apr 9, 71 - Bartholemew is martyred
Description:
Bartholemew (a.k.a 'Nathaniel') was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus.According to Eusebius he was instrumental in bringing the gospel to India with Thomas, and later to Ethiopia, Arabia, and Armenia.
It is believed that Bartholomew was crucified and killed by pagans in Azerbaijan.
Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 9, 71
Now
~ 1956 years ago