Which two missionaries visited Cyprus together, according to the New Testament Acts of the Apostles?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Paul and Barnabas
- Step 1: Acts describes a missionary journey that began in Cyprus. Step 2. Acts describes Paul and Barnabas travelling to Cyprus, where Barnabas was born. Answer: Paul and Barnabas. Why not the others: The other pairs are not described as making this journey to Cyprus.
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