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The calling of another disciple, Matthew
The article examines Jesus' calling of Matthew, highlighting his unique role among the disciples as the future writer of the Gospel. Matthew leaves his work as a tax collector to follow Christ after having known him previously, probably through John the Baptist. This calling is significant because it makes Matthew a crucial spokesman for the apostles.
Mark 2.13-14 (King James Version) :And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them.And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of Alphæus sitting at the receipt of custom, and said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed him.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org