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1. An ardent early supporter of a cause or reform
   "an apostle of revolution"

1. (New Testament) one of the original 12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel
    
2. Any important early teacher of Christianity or a Christian missionary to a people
   - Apostelic Father

Derived forms: apostles, Apostles

See also: apostleship, apostolic

Type of: adherent, believer, Christian, disciple, truster

Encyclopedia: Apostle