Did Any of Jesus’ Disciples Go Blind?

Jan 28,2025 00:00
Written by: Blessed App
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Did Any of Jesus’ Disciples Go Blind?

None of Jesus’ original twelve disciples are recorded in Scripture as going blind. However, there are biblical references to blindness as a physical condition and as a spiritual metaphor. Additionally, the Apostle Paul, who became a disciple after Jesus’ resurrection, temporarily lost his sight during his conversion experience.

Biblical References to Blindness

  • Paul’s Temporary Blindness: In Acts 9:8-9, Paul (then Saul) was blinded by a vision of Jesus on the road to Damascus. His sight was restored three days later by Ananias (Acts 9:17-18).
  • Blindness as a Spiritual Metaphor: Jesus frequently used blindness to illustrate spiritual truths. For example, in John 9:39, He said: "For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind."

Healing of Blindness by Jesus

During His ministry, Jesus performed several miracles of healing the blind, demonstrating His divine power and compassion (e.g., Mark 10:46-52, John 9:1-7).

Conclusion

While none of Jesus’ original disciples went blind, Paul’s temporary loss of sight illustrates the transformative power of encountering Christ. Blindness in the Bible often carries spiritual significance, pointing to God’s ability to heal and restore both physically and spiritually.

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