The Search for the Twelve Apostles

By: William Steuart McBirnie PhD

Narrated by: James Anderson Foster

Simon Peter, Andrew, James the son of Zebedee, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Jude, Simon, Judas, and Matthias - what happened to the men who answered Jesus' call to follow him? What impact did they have on the world? Where did they go and what did they do after Jesus' resurrection and ascension? In these fascinating profiles, Dr. McBirnie offers listeners a snapshot of the lives of each apostle. His information was compiled by traveling to places where the apostles lived and visited, by studying the Scriptures and biblical history, by listening to local traditions, and by engaging in his own original research. Picking up where the book of Acts leaves off, McBirnie brings these men to life as he explores the legends, traditions, and real lives of the Twelve as they built the foundation of Christianity.

©1973 William Steuart McBirnie, PhD (P)2019 Tantor

Thought-provoking

This work creates a foundation that other biblical studies can build upon. Just the understanding of how the Romans played such a role in creating trade routes and travel from Asia all the way to Spain and even Britain.

Great Overview of The Apostles and Others

This was an enjoyable listen. I certainly learned more than I knew before about many of the figures detailed, and I recommend anyone interested in some of the facts and legends surrounding the disciples and other later followers of Jesus to give this book a listen. The narration was great and never felt tedious, considering all the details that the author went over.

Very thorough

Excellent narration. Incredibly informative. I liked how the book was arranged. Chapters were not too long.

Impressive work

Amazing book, not only for Christians, but for anyone interested in how Christianity was preached and expanding, NOT a religion of war, but of love.

Enjoyed With Difference of Opinion

Very historical. Enjoyed the depth. Although author leaves no wiggle room that James is Jesus’s brother although the evidence supports through scripture the same James seems to be the son of Mary, wife of Clopus and not Mary the Mother of Jesus. Good listen.