People of the Bible

Simon (Mark 1:30)

The name Simon means “that hears; that obeys.” Simon is mentioned in 10 verses of the Bible, first in Mark 1:30.

Family of Simon

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Who was Simon?

The father of Judas Iscariot (John 6:71; 13:2, 26).

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Simon

  • Mark 1:30

    But Simon’s wife’s mother lay sick of a fever, and anon they tell him of her.

  • Luke 7:40

    And Jesus answering said unto him, Simon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he saith, Master, say on.

  • Luke 7:44

    And he turned to the woman, and said unto Simon, Seest thou this woman? I entered into thine house, thou gavest me no water for my feet: but she hath washed my feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head.

  • John 6:71

    He spake of Judas Iscariot the son of Simon: for he it was that should betray him, being one of the twelve.

  • John 12:4

    Then saith one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, which should betray him,

  • John 13:2

    And supper being ended, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, to betray him;

All 10 verses mentioning Simon

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