Peter, who was also known as Simon Peter of Cephas, is considered the first Pope. Despite his papacy, Peter had humble beginnings and became one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. He was ordained by Jesus in the 'Rock of My Church' written in Matthew 16:17-18, which says, 'Jesus replied, 'Simon son ... More @Wikipedia
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