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John Gill's Exposition on Luke 6:14

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John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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Simon, whom he also named Peter, etc.] Which signifies a rock, or stone, as Cephas also does, (see <430142>John 1:42) from his constancy, steadfastness, and solidity: and Andrew his brother; who was called at the same time with him, and were brethren, both in nature and grace: James and John: the two sons of Zebedee, who were called next: Philip and Bartholomew; the latter of these is by some thought to be Nathanael.
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