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New Testament Biblical Character

Matthew

Tax Collector | Apostle | Evangelist | Disciple

Jesus called Matthew from his tax booth with the words, 'Follow me.' Matthew rose and followed Him, welcoming Jesus at a meal with tax collectors and others. Named among the twelve apostles, he shared in Jesus' ministry, joined the disciples who met the risen Christ in Galilee, and was present with the believers in Jerusalem after the ascension.

Occupation
Tax collector
Calling
One of the twelve apostles
Era
Ministry of Jesus and early church
Key Places
Capernaum, Galilee, Jerusalem

Character Infographics

Ten moments exploring Matthew's calling and discipleship, with a life at a glance, distinctive traits, key places, and biblical sources.

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Matthew From Tax Booth to Apostle infographic depicting Matthew with coins and scrolls in Capernaum. Ten numbered scenes show his calling, leaving his old life, a banquet with Jesus, grace for sinners, being named among the twelve, being sent to minister, Jesus' miracles, the Last Supper, meeting the risen Christ, and gathering with believers in Jerusalem. Lower panels summarize his life, traits, and key places; the central quotation is 'Follow me' from Matthew 9:9.
Matthew: From Tax Booth to Apostle. Artistic educational infographic; the central image is an illustrative historical interpretation rather than an exact portrait.

Profile Notes

About Matthew in the Bible

Matthew 9:9-13 describes Jesus calling Matthew from the tax booth and sharing a meal with tax collectors and sinners. Matthew 10 names him among the twelve and records their commission to minister in Israel. The later Gospel scenes place the disciples at the Last Supper and before the risen Jesus in Galilee, while Acts 1:13 names Matthew among the apostles gathered in Jerusalem. His story emphasizes a responsive faith and Christ's welcome for people in need of grace.

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