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Matthew (the Apostle)
A tax collector whom Jesus called to follow him, traditionally the author of the first Gospel.
Matthew (also called Levi) was a despised tax collector when Jesus said, ‘Follow me,’ and he rose and left everything to do so.
His calling, and the dinner with ‘sinners’ that followed, showcase Jesus’ mission: ‘I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.’
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