Apostel

apostle

noun ah-POS-tel Rare

Origin: from Greek apostolos

Also means

missionary; passionate advocate of a cause

Usage Note

Apostel refers primarily to the twelve disciples sent out by Jesus. Figuratively it denotes a fervent promoter of an idea: ein Apostel des Friedens (an apostle of peace). In German-speaking Christianity, the twelve Apostel are central to liturgy and church naming.

Examples

"Die Apostel verbreiteten die Botschaft des Evangeliums in der ganzen bekannten Welt."

Natural Translation

The apostles spread the message of the Gospel throughout the known world.

Literal Translation

The apostles spread the message of the Gospel in the whole known world.

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