Evangelist

usgb/ɪˈvændʒəlɪst/
noun

A preacher who tries to persuade others to become Christians, specifically the authors of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John) in the New Testament.

Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are considered the four evangelists of the New Testament.
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Often appears as...

  • four evangelists
  • the evangelist mark

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Religious Origin

The term 'evangelist' has deep roots in Christianity, particularly in reference to the Gospel writers.

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She studied the texts of the evangelist John to better understand his teachings.
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Not Just Preachers

'Evangelist' extends beyond preaching to include other roles like teaching or writing about Christianity.

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Martin Luther King Jr. was an evangelist for justice through his powerful speeches.
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Relation to Evangelism

An evangelist is associated with the practice of evangelism - spreading the message of Christianity.

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The evangelist held a public forum to discuss faith with interested locals.
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