John the Baptist — The Big Fisherman Character Profile

About John the Baptist

A spiritual figure who finds Fara after she is robbed by bandits. He advises her to seek out Jesus, setting her on the path toward Peter's protection and eventual spiritual transformation.

Character Facts

Played by

Jay Barney

Appears in

The Big Fisherman (1959)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• John the Baptist — Social Mentor — Fara (Susan Kohner)

  Spiritual guide who redirects Fara from vengeance to faith.

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