Barsabas
The name Barsabas means “son of return; son of rest.” Barsabas is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in Acts 1:23. Also called Joseph.
Who was Barsabas?
Son of Saba, the surname (1) of Joseph, also called Justus (Acts 1:23), some identify him with Barnabas; (2) of Judas, who was a “prophet.” Nothing more is known of him than what is mentioned in Acts 15:32.
Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.
Key verses about Barsabas
- Acts 1:23
And they appointed two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias.
Timeline of Barsabas's life
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 0 AD | Matthias replaces Judas |