Unfortunately, much of what we know about Saint Andrew is from sources which often enhance his life with legend. This is not altogether bad, however, considering that it bears witness to the great fame and effect of the ministry of the Apostle. Following are links to several texts which concern Andrew.

The Acts of Andrew

Believed to be from the 3rd century, this book details some of the life and ministry of the First Called, including a brief description of his martyrdom.

The Acts and Martyrdom of the Holy Apostle Andrew

Containing the same narrative as The Acts of Andrew, this document seems to be another version of it.

The Acts of Andrew and Matthias (Matthew)

From the introduction: "It was long thought that this must be an episode from the old Acts of Andrew: but Flamion's study of that book has finally made it clear that there is no place for the tale in those Acts: and that our story is an early member of that which we call the Egyptian cycle: it is a tale of wonder with no doctrinal purpose."

The Acts of Peter and Andrew

A continuation of The Acts of Andrew and Matthias.