Facts about mark the gospel writer

St. Mark the Evangelist is an important figure in the Christian tradition, author of the second Gospel and disciple of St. Peter.

This article presents 10 fun facts about St. Mark that will help deepen your knowledge and appreciation of this fascinating saint, whose feast the Church celebrates on April 25.

1) Cousin of St.

Barnabas

According to tradition, St. Mark, also called John Mark, was a cousin of St. Barnabas, an influential leader in the early Church and companion of St. Paul on his missionary journeys. (Col. 4:10)

2) The house of Saint Mark

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Mark’s house in Jerusalem is believed to be the site of the Last Supper, where Jesus instituted the Eucharist, and also the place where the disciples gathered after the Resurrection (Acts 12:12).

3) Disciple of St.

Peter

Christian tradition holds that Saint Mark was a disciple of Saint Peter and that his Gospel was based on the apostle’s teachings and testimonies.

4) The shortest gospel

The Gospel of Mark is the sh