disciples

1. The followers of Jesus , who adhered to his teaching and transmitted it to others. The Twelve Apostles were the disciples closest to Jesus.

Notes

In general, a disciple is an active follower of a leader or movement, religious or otherwise.

Example Sentences

Though there are flourishes of new material, disciples of composer Stephen Schwartz’s songs can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that the changes are minor but welcome.

From Salon

And yet it was from the ranks of the poor that Jesus and his disciples led a non-violent revolution for peace.

From Salon

His disciples also spoke of Trump being saved by the hand of God.

From Los Angeles Times

One faction of early believers invested leadership in senior disciples of the Prophet from his Quraysh clan.

From Salon

"His story is timeless and will be told again and again; and I'm just one of many disciples who'll keep telling it for as long as I can."

From BBC

Related Words

• audience
• crowd
• flock
• gathering
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