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King James Bible

Strongs Number: G652


Greek Word
ἀπόστολος
Transliteration
apostolos
Phonetic
ap-os'-tol-os
Part of Speech
Noun Masculine
Strongs Definition

a delegate; specifically an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ (apostle) (with miraculous powers)

Thayers Definition

1. a delegate, messenger, one sent forth with orders

a. specifically applied to the twelve apostles of Christ

b. in a broader sense applied to other eminent Christian teachers

1. of Barnabas

2. of Timothy and Silvanus

Origin
From G649
Bible Usage
apostle messenger he that is sent.