Benjamin of Enon
Orphan Samaritan who tends goats for Alexander, a distant relative, brutal, who exploits him. Recognizing Jesus, preached by his Disciples, he asks him to take him along.
Character and Appearance
A teenager.
Apostolic Journey
Witness of the Resurrection. He will be present with the 500 on Mount Tabor and will be joined to the group of the Seventy-Two.[1]
His Name
Benjamin, Banyamin (Biniamîn) "son of my right hand," or "fortunate." Historical: Name of Rachel's son and the last of the 12 sons of Jacob.
Where is he mentioned in the work?
GRM 574 GRM 575 The Return to Jerusalem: GRM 576 GRM 577 GRM 579 GRM 581Holy Week: GRM 590
From the Resurrection to the Ascension: GRM 629 GRM 634 GRM 636
Notes and references
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