Bible Dictionary
Fisher
A fisher is one who catches fish. Jesus used the occupation figuratively when He called His disciples to become “fishers of men,” gathering people for the kingdom.
Definition
A fisher is a person who catches fish.
Biblical Usage
Jesus used the occupation figuratively when he called his disciples to become fishers of men.
Historical Background
Fishing was an ordinary occupation represented in the Gospel narratives.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Besides its literal sense (Luke 5:2), this word is also applied by our Lord to his disciples in a figurative sense (Matt. 4:19; Mark 1:17).