Luke

Facts:

Luke was the author of two books of the New Testament: the gospel of Luke and the book of Acts.

In his letter to the Colossians, Paul refers to Luke as a doctor. Paul also mentions Luke in two of his other letters.
It is thought that Luke was a Greek and a Gentile before coming to know Christ. In his gospel, Luke includes several accounts that highlight Jesus' love for all peoples, both Jews and Gentiles.
Luke accompanied Paul on two of his missionary journeys and helped him in his work.
In some early church writings, it is said that Luke was born in the city of Antioch in Syria.

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(See also: Antioch · paul · syria)