Who was Saint Matthias?
Q: Who was Saint Matthias?
A: Saint Matthias was the apostle who replaced Judas Iscariot.
Q: Where is it stated that Matthias replaced Judas Iscariot?
A: It is stated in the Acts of the Apostles.
Q: How was Matthias appointed as an apostle?
A: Matthias was not appointed personally by Jesus. After the betrayal of Judas, the disciples of Jesus needed to choose a new apostle. To do this they nominated 2 men - Joseph Barsabbas and Matthias.
Q: Why did the disciples of Jesus need to choose a new apostle?
A: The disciples of Jesus needed to choose a new apostle after the betrayal of Judas.
Q: Who were the two men nominated for apostleship?
A: The two men nominated for apostleship were Joseph Barsabbas and Matthias.
Q: Was Matthias personally appointed by Jesus?
A: No, Matthias was not personally appointed by Jesus.
Q: How was Matthias chosen as the replacement for Judas Iscariot?
A: Matthias was chosen as the replacement for Judas Iscariot by the disciples of Jesus who nominated him alongside Joseph Barsabbas.
