St. Simon
Inside Paintings - South Wall
St. Simon
1. Call to Apostleship
Biblical Reference: Mark 3:13-19, Luke 6:12-16
Description: St. Simon was chosen by Jesus as one of the twelve apostles. The Gospels of Mark and Luke list him among the apostles, highlighting his selection by Jesus to be a close companion and witness to His ministry.
2. St Simon in the event of wedding at Cana
Description: Some tradition says that he was the bridegroom at the wedding where the Savior performed His first miracle. After witnessing the miracle of the water which had been turned into wine, he became a zealous follower of Christ. For this reason, he is known as Saint Simon the Zealot.
3. Preaching and Missionary Work to North Africa
Description: After Pentecost, St. Simon participated in spreading the Gospel message. He is believed to have travelled to various regions of North Africa
4. Healing the sick and casting out demons
Description: St. Simon is associated with performing miracles during his missionary work. One notable miracle involves healing the sick and those afflicted with demons through prayer and the laying on of hands.
5. Martyrdom of St Simon
Description: There are varying stories on Martyrdom of St Simon. Some sources says he was crucified but generally accepted story is the martyrdom by being cut by a saw.
6. Collaboration with St. Jude
Description: St. Simon is traditionally linked with St. Jude Thaddeus in their apostolic ministry. They are believed to have undertaken missionary journeys together, preaching and establishing Christian communities