Matthew
BIBLE CHARACTER RESEARCH GUIDE
Matthew in the Bible
Apostle of Jesus · Tax collector
A tax collector called by Jesus and named among the twelve apostles. Primary biblical coverage: Gospels; Acts 1.
AT A GLANCE
Matthew at a Glance
TestamentNew Testament
First AppearanceMatthew 9:9
Last AppearanceActs 1:13
Known ForA tax collector called by Jesus and named among the twelve apostles.
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“Matthew: Life, Story, Bible Verses & Significance.” BibleVerses.com, https://www.bibleverses.com/bible/people/matthew-apostle/. Accessed October 1, 2026.
“Matthew: Life, Story, Bible Verses & Significance.” BibleVerses.com, https://www.bibleverses.com/bible/people/matthew-apostle/. Accessed October 1, 2026.
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BibleVerses.com. “Matthew: Life, Story, Bible Verses & Significance.” Accessed October 1, 2026. https://www.bibleverses.com/bible/people/matthew-apostle/.
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