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Luke (name)
Luke is a male given name, and less commonly, a surname. The name Luke is the English form of the Latin name . Although the name is attested in ancient inscriptions, the best known historical use of the name is in the New Testament. The Gospel of Luke was written around 70 to 90 AD (the exact years are unknown). Luke, who is credited with the authorship of the Gospel of Luke, was a physician who lived around 30 to 130 AD. Luke is also credited with the Book of Acts in the Bible, and also is mentioned by the Apostle Paul in some of Paul's letters to first-century churches. The name is sometimes used as a nickname for Luther. Popularity In 2020, Luke was the 31st most popular name for babies in the United States. Notable people with the given name "Luke" include Mononym *Luke the Evangelist (died 84), one of the Four Evangelists *Luke (rapper) (born 1960), stage name of American rapper Luther Campbell A *Luke Abbott, English electronic musician * Luke Ablett (born 198 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke The Evangelist
Luke the Evangelist (Latin: '' Lucas''; grc, Λουκᾶς, '' Loukâs''; he, לוקאס, ''Lūqās''; arc, /ܠܘܩܐ לוקא, ''Lūqā’; Ge'ez: ሉቃስ'') is one of the Four Evangelists—the four traditionally ascribed authors of the canonical gospels. The Early Church Fathers ascribed to him authorship of both the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. Prominent figures in early Christianity such as Jerome and Eusebius later reaffirmed his authorship, although a lack of conclusive evidence as to the identity of the author of the works has led to discussion in scholarly circles, both secular and religious. The New Testament mentions Luke briefly a few times, and the Epistle to the Colossians refers to him as a physician (from Greek for 'one who heals'); thus he is thought to have been both a physician and a disciple of Paul. Since the early years of the faith, Christians have regarded him as a saint. He is believed to have been a martyr, reportedly having bee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Apostle Paul
Paul; grc, Παῦλος, translit=Paulos; cop, ⲡⲁⲩⲗⲟⲥ; hbo, פאולוס השליח (previously called Saul of Tarsus;; ar, بولس الطرسوسي; grc, Σαῦλος Ταρσεύς, Saũlos Tarseús; tr, Tarsuslu Pavlus; la, Paulus Tarsensis AD), commonly known as Paul the Apostle and Saint Paul, was a Christian apostle who spread the teachings of Jesus in the first-century world. Generally regarded as one of the most important figures of the Apostolic Age, he founded several Christian communities in Asia Minor and Europe from the mid-40s to the mid-50s AD. According to the New Testament book Acts of the Apostles, Paul was a Pharisee. He participated in the persecution of early disciples of Jesus, possibly Hellenised diaspora Jews converted to Christianity, in the area of Jerusalem, prior to his conversion. Some time after having approved of the execution of Stephen, Paul was traveling on the road to Damascus so that he might find any Christia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Amos
Luke Ayodele Amos (born 23 February 1997) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Queens Park Rangers. Early life Amos was born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire and is of Nigerian descent. He grew up in Stanstead Abbotts and attended The John Warner School. Club career Tottenham Hotspur 2006–16: Youth career Amos played for Ware Youth between the ages of five and nine, after which he joined Tottenham Hotspur's youth set-up. Amos initially joined Spurs as a winger and during his youth career he played in the number 10 role as well as both full-back positions before settling in the central midfield role. He signed his academy scholarship in 2013 and first professional contract in 2015. On 16 February 2013, Amos made his under-18 debut in a 4–0 win over West Brom in the U18 Premier League replacing Harry Winks in the 73rd minute. Amos gained more experience as he was called up from the under-16s. In January 2014, Amos was part of the Aca ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Ambler
Luke Ambler (born 18 December 1989) is a former Ireland international rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. He has played at representative level for Yorkshire (Under-17s) and Ireland, and at club level for Elland ARLFC, in the Super League for the Salford City Reds, and the Leeds Rhinos ( Heritage № 1385), in 2009's National League One for the York City Knights ( loan), in 2011's Super League XVI for the Harlequins RL ( Heritage № 506) ( loan) and in the Championship for Halifax, as a or . Background Luke Ambler was born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, he has Irish ancestors, and eligible to play for Ireland due to the grandparent rule. Playing career Ambler made his full début with the Salford City Reds in August 2008. In December of the same year, following the expiry of his contract with the Salford City Reds, he signed on for a two-year contract with the Leeds Rhinos. He played for Harlequins RL during the 2011 Super League ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Allen-Gale
Luke Allen-Gale is a British actor who has had roles in the apocalyptic series ''Dominion'' and in the ITV television show '' Monroe''. Career Born in Dorset, he trained at the Drama Centre London and made his acting debut in 2008 on ''Wallander'' alongside Kenneth Branagh. Between 2011 and 2012 he had a recurring role in the TV series '' Monroe'' as Daniel Springer. Allen-Gale also had a recurring role as William Whele in the series ''Dominion'' between 2014 and 2015. He made his professional West End stage debut in 2014 as Nicky Lockridge in Richard Greenberg's ''The American Plan'', which transferred to the St James Theatre in London from Theatre Royal, Bath. Allen-Gale has had roles in a number of Short films between 2009 and 2011. In 2010 he provided the voice of Spiller in the UK adaptation of the animated film ''The Secret World of Arrietty''. In 2016, Allen-Gale took had a lead role as Inspector Godfrey in The CW TV Movie ''Transylvania''. He has also done voice acting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Allen
Lucas Gale Allen (August 4, 1978 – April 26, 2022), was an American professional baseball outfielder, who played in Major League Baseball with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Colorado Rockies from 2002–2003. Career Allen played high school baseball at Newton High School in Georgia and committed to play college baseball at Southern Union State Community College in Alabama in 1997. However, Allen signed by the Los Angeles Dodgers as an amateur free agent in 1996 and was assigned to the Great Falls Dodgers for the 1996 season. After starting the 1997 season with the San Bernardino Stampede in Single-A, he was promoted to the Double-A San Antonio Missions, where he played until 2000. He started 2001 for the Jacksonville Suns (where he was selected as a Southern League All-Star outfielder) and then was promoted to the Triple-A Las Vegas 51s. In 2002 with Las Vegas, he hit .329 with 12 homers and 78 RBIs, leading to a September call-up to the Los Angeles Dodgers. All ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Aikins
Luke Aikins (born November 21, 1973) is an American professional skydiver, BASE jumper, pilot, and aerial photographer. He is the first person to intentionally dive from mid-tropospheric altitude and land safely without a parachute or a wingsuit and the second skydiver to intentionally jump and safely land without using a parachute. Aikins is affiliated with Red Bull. Sky diving Aikins has coached United States Navy SEALs and NASCAR's Brian Vickers, and has advised the military on skydiving techniques. He is also a safety and training advisor for the United States Parachute Association. He is also an aerial photographer and his photos have been published in major magazines and newspapers. He has completed more than 18,000 jumps since he started skydiving at age 12. In 2012, he helped skydiver Felix Baumgartner jump from a helium balloon in the stratosphere at . Aikins also worked on stunts in the film ''Iron Man 3''. In 2020, he helped David Blaine with his Ascension stunt. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Adamson
Luke Adamson (born 17 November 1987) is an English rugby league footballer who plays as a or for the Leigh Centurions in the Betfred Championship. He previously played club level rugby union (RU) for Bath Rugby, and also rugby league (RL) Leigh East ARLFC, the Salford City Reds in the Super League and Halifax, the Dewsbury Rams and Oldham ( Heritage № 1374) in the Championship. Background Adamson was born Lowton, Greater Manchester, England. Career Adamson attended St Ambrose College in Hale Barns where he made his mark in rugby union as a strong running centre. He also represented Cheshire (RU), but his rugby league apprenticeship was served with the famous Leigh East amateur club where he spent three years. He made his début for the Salford City Reds versus Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in 2006. He is also an England academy player, representing England against Australia. At the end of the 2012 Super League season, Adamson left the Salford City Reds due to the club's fi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Adams (other) (born 1987), English rugby league footballer
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Luke Adams may refer to: *Luke Adams (basketball), American basketball player *Luke Adams (footballer) (born 1994), Australian-born New Zealand footballer *Luke Adams (potter) (1838–1918), New Zealand potter ** Luke Adams Pottery, decorative ceramics manufacturer in Christchurch, New Zealand *Luke Adams (racewalker) (born 1976), Australian race walker See also *Luke Adam (born 1990), Canadian ice hockey player *Luke Adamson Luke Adamson (born 17 November 1987) is an English rugby league footballer who plays as a or for the Leigh Centurions in the Betfred Championship. He previously played club level rugby union (RU) for Bath Rugby, and also rugby league (RL) L ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Adam
Luke Adam (born June 18, 1990) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre who is currently playing with the Straubing Tigers of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL). He previously played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Buffalo Sabres, Columbus Blue Jackets. Adam was drafted by Buffalo in the second round, 44th overall, in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. Playing career Adam began his major junior hockey career with the St. John's Fog Devils of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL). He played there for two seasons before being drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. The Fog Devils moved to Montreal to become the Montreal Juniors before the 2008–09 season. Adam played there before being traded to the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles. Adam was selected to play for Canada at the 2010 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. On October 26, 2010, Adam made his NHL debut in an away game against the Philadelphia Flyers in a 6–3 S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Abraham
Luke Abraham (born 26 September 1983) is a retired professional rugby union player, who played for Leicester Tigers & Sale Sharks in Premiership Rugby and Lyon OU in the French Top 14 between 2003 and 2014. Career A strong and pacy Leicester-born back-row player, Abraham came through the ranks after joining Leicester Tigers at the age of 15. He took up the sport three years earlier at Bushloe High School and joined his local club, the Vipers RFC, before becoming part of the Tigers set-up. He made his first-team debut as an 18-year-old against Worcester Warriors in January 2002. A former England U-18, U-19 and U-21 international, he has also played for the England Saxons. Abraham had a short spell playing at hooker during his time with Nelson's Bay Club Stoke in New Zealand during the summer of 2005. He was an U-21 League winner with the Tigers in 2002–03. He also won the Guinness A League in 2004–05 and 2005–06. He played an important role in the 2006–07 Guinness P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luke Ablett
Luke Ablett (born 22 November 1982) is a former Australian rules footballer with the Sydney Swans of the AFL. He is the son of former Hawthorn player Kevin Ablett, and nephew of Hawthorn player Geoff Ablett and Geelong player Gary Ablett. Having played for local club Drouin and the Gippsland Under 18s side, Ablett was drafted by Sydney in the second round of the 2000 National Draft and made his debut in Round 13 of the 2002 season against Fremantle. After playing four games in both that season and the next, including two matches in the 2003 finals series, he secured a regular place in the team in 2004, and made a role for himself on his own merits as a midfielder and run-with player. In 2005 he missed only one game and steadily improved, his average possessions nearly doubling the previous year's figures. Ablett was a member of the Swans' 2005 grand final winning team, despite kicking straight to West Coast player Ben Cousins at a crucial moment, threatening to lose the game for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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