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John the Apostle
John the Apostle

John, also known as the author of the Gospel of John, is a significant figure in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. He is believed to have been one of Jesus Christ's twelve disciples and the author of the Gospel of John, as well as the Epistles of John. The details of his life are scarce in historical records, but he holds a significant place in Christian history. more

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Author:Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
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