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Similarly, in Philippians 3:7-8, Paul discusses his previous identity as a zealous Pharisee and expresses that he considers his former accomplishments as loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus. His "loss" in the sense that the depth of Paul's conversion experience where his previous religious achievements and beliefs experienced a complete reevaluation in light of his encounter with Jesus. Paul's conversion on the Road to Damascus not only transformed his beliefs and identity (Saul to Pual) but also had a profound impact on his mission. Prior to his encounter with Jesus, Paul was actively persecuting Christians, seeking to eradicate the movement. However, after his conversion, he became one of the most influential figures in the early Christian movement (from persecutor to being persecuted), dedicating his energy and passion to spreading the message of Christ to both Jews and Gentiles. His transformative experience redirected his mission towards proclaiming the Gospel and playing an essential role in building the early church.