ACC ~ Mark 2 v14a

THE MILIEU OF COMPULSIVE ACQUISITIVENESS

EUSEBIUS: The Apostle Matthew, if you consider his former life, did not leave a holy occupation, but came from those consumed with tax-gathering and overreaching one another. [1] PROOF OF THE GOSPEL 3.5. [2]

[1] Mt 9:9; Lk 5:27.

[2] TLG 2018.005, 3.5.81.1-3; POG 1:137*.

A NEW NAME FOR LEVI

BEDE: Jesus found him sitting in the tax collector’s place, with his stubborn intellect avid for temporal gain. His new name was Matthew, the gospel says. The name Matthew in Hebrew means “granted” in Latin, a name aptly corresponding to one who received the favor of heavenly grace. HOMILIES ON THE GOSPELS 1.21. [1]

[1] Cetedoc 1367, 1.21.30; HOG 1:206*.

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