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# Luke #
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## Facts: ##
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Luke was the author of two books of the New Testament: the gospel of Luke and the book of Acts.
* In his letter to the Colossians, Paul refers to Luke as a doctor. Paul also mentions Luke in two of his other letters.
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* It is thought that Luke was a Greek and a Gentile before coming to know Christ. In his gospel, Luke includes several accounts that highlight Jesus' love for all peoples, both Jews and Gentiles.
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* Luke accompanied Paul on two of his missionary journeys and helped him in his work.
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* In some early church writings, it is said that Luke was born in the city of Antioch in Syria.
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## Bible References: ##
* [2 Timothy 04:11-13 ](en/tn/2ti/help/04/11 )
* [Colossians 04:12-14 ](en/tn/col/help/04/12 )
* [Philemon 01:23-25 ](en/tn/phm/help/01/23 )
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