6 figures
The Word made flesh, the Light of the world, and the Son of God.
In John 1, Jesus is introduced as the pre-existent Word (Logos) who was with God and was God. He is the true Light that gives light to everyone and became flesh to dwell among us, revealing God's glory, grace, and truth.
Witness to the Light and forerunner of Christ.
John the Baptist is described as a man sent from God to bear witness to the Light, so that all might believe through him. He denies being the Christ and points to Jesus as the Lamb of God.
Disciple of John the Baptist and one of the first followers of Jesus.
Andrew, initially a disciple of John the Baptist, follows Jesus after John identifies Him as the Lamb of God. He brings his brother Simon Peter to Jesus.
Brother of Andrew and one of Jesus' first disciples.
Simon Peter is brought to Jesus by his brother Andrew. Jesus gives him the name Cephas (Peter), indicating his future role in the church.
One of the first disciples called by Jesus.
Philip is called directly by Jesus to follow Him. He later brings Nathanael to Jesus, demonstrating his role in spreading the news about the Messiah.
One of the first followers of Jesus, recognized by Jesus as an Israelite without deceit.
Nathanael is initially skeptical about Jesus but is convinced after Jesus reveals His knowledge of Nathanael's character and actions. He acknowledges Jesus as the Son of God and King of Israel.