# Stephen — Jesus the Son of Man character guide

> Stephen in Jesus the Son of Man by Kahlil Gibran.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0011-luke

## Who they are

A follower of Jesus known for his faith and martyrdom.

## Relationships

### [Paul](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/characters/paul)

_friendship_

Paul and Stephen are close friends, with Stephen serving as a mentor to Paul before his conversion.

## In the story

### [Saba of Antioch](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/saba-of-antioch)

Saba remembers Paul's satisfaction when Stephen was stoned.

### [Naaman of the Gadarenes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jesus_the_son_of_man_se/chapters/naaman-of-the-gadarenes)

Naaman's friend from the North Country, stoned for proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God; died with a smile and outstretched arms.

## Links

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