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John the Beloved Disciple

A disciple of Jesus, often associated with deep spiritual insight.

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Also known as John

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John the Beloved Disciple shows up with force in John the Son of Zebedee. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Narrator of the chapter, explaining the nature of Christ and Jesus.
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