Bible Dictionary
Simeon Niger
Simeon Niger was a teacher and prophet in the church at Antioch, listed among its leaders when Barnabas and Saul were sent out.
Definition
Simeon Niger was a teacher and prophet in the church at Antioch. He was among the leaders of that church when Barnabas and Saul were sent out.
Biblical Usage
Simeon Niger is listed among the prophets and teachers of the Antioch church in Acts 13:1-3, in the setting of the sending of Barnabas and Saul.
Historical Background
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(Acts 13:1) [Niger]