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Apr 1, 2019 · The Apostle Matthew, also known as Saint Matthew and Levi, was one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ. He is traditionally regarded as the author of the Gospel of Matthew. When Jesus called Matthew to follow him, he was a tax collector (or “publican”)—one of the most reviled professions in ancient Judaism.
Jan 4, 2022 · Matthew in the Bible was one of Jesus’ disciples. Matthew’s Gospel, along with the Gospels of Luke, John, and Mark, is an inspired—and thus accurate and true—history of the life of Christ. His Gospel is the longest of the four, and some scholars believe it was the first to be written.
Matthew the Apostle (Saint Matthew) [a] (Koine Greek: Ματθαῖος, romanized: Matthaîos; Aramaic: ܡܬܝ, romanized: Mattāy) is named in the New Testament as one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.
Sep 20, 2024 · St. Matthew (flourished 1st century ce, Palestine; Western feast day September 21, Eastern feast day November 16) was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ and the traditional author of the first Synoptic Gospel (the Gospel According to Matthew).
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Apr 2, 2014 · Born in Palestine sometime in the 1st century, Saint Matthew was one of Jesus's 12 apostles and also one of the four Evangelists, according to the Bible. Matthew authored the first Gospel of...
Feb 17, 2021 · As an apostle, Matthew writes as an eyewitness of Jesus’ itinerant ministry, resurrection, and ascension. Tradition says Matthew travels far and wide proclaiming the Good News of Jesus for more than 30 years — until he is martyred for his faith.
6 days ago · Matthew’s journey from tax collector to apostle is a powerful testament to the transformative grace of Jesus. His experiences and unique perspective as an outcast enriched his Gospel, offering deep insights into Jesus’ teachings and miracles. Matthew’s life reminds us that no one is beyond redemption and that every skill can be repurposed ...
