English for Aramaic Bar-Nabba, meaning “exhorter” or “consolation.” Companion of Shaul, and possible writer of the book of Hebrews. Ac 4:36.

See separate entry for Barnabas (band) or the Sydney Anglican church, St. Barnabas, Broadway.

Barnabas was a Christian rock band that performed during the 1980's. Noted for strong vocals and hard driving guitar work, their sound was primarily hard rock with influences ranging from punk rock early in their career to heavy metal which dominated the sound of later albums.

a soul brother, somebody who loves you but is not impressed by you