Nathanael] is probably an apostle, and is hence to be identified with Bartholomew, whose name also appears coupled with Philip's in Matthew 10:3. 'Bartholomew' means 'son of Tolmai': cp. Barjona, Barabbas, Bartimæus, Barjesus. The son of Joseph] This does not indicate the evangelist's own belief, but what was generally believed at this time.

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