Matthew 14:1

"Matthew."

Key Reflection

In Matthew 14:1, the mention of "Matthew" likely refers to Levi, a tax collector who became one of Jesus' disciples and was later renamed Matthew. This detail underscores the inclusive nature of Jesus’ ministry, drawing sinners like Levi into his circle of followers, highlighting themes of grace and redemption central to the gospel narrative.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

MATTHEW CHAPTER 14 Verse 1. Herod the tetrarch. See also Mr 6:14-16; Lu 9:7-9. This was a son of Herod the Great. Herod the Great died probably in the first year after the birth of Christ, and left his kingdom to his three sons, of whom this Herod Antipas was one. He ruled over Galilee and Perea. See Barnes "Mt 2:16". The title tetrarch literally denotes one who rules over a fourth part of any country. In a remote signification, it means one who rules over a third, or even a half of a nation. Heard of the fame of Jesus. Jesus had then been a considerable time: engaged in the work of the ministry, and it may seem remarkable that he had not before heard of him.

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