4 figures
Apostle to the Gentiles and key advocate for Gentile inclusion without the requirement of circumcision.
Paul, along with Barnabas, argued against the necessity of circumcision for Gentile believers, emphasizing salvation through grace.
Companion of Paul and advocate for Gentile believers.
Barnabas supported Paul in the debate over circumcision and accompanied him to Jerusalem to discuss the matter with the apostles and elders.
Apostle and key figure in the early church, advocating for the acceptance of Gentiles.
Peter recounted his experience with Cornelius, affirming that God does not discriminate between Jew and Gentile, emphasizing salvation through grace.
Leader of the Jerusalem church and mediator in the council.
James provided a decisive judgment, suggesting that Gentile believers should abstain from certain practices but not be burdened with circumcision.