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But a Disciple
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But a Disciple asked in Society & CultureReligion & Spirituality · 1 decade ago

Why is Matthew referenced as "Levi" in Mark and Luke?

Question for Christians:

Does anyone know why Matthew is referenced as "Levi" in Mark 2:14 and Luke 5:29. I'm merely curious since I know he is reference as "Matthew" in Mark 3:18 but not 2:14.

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  • Acorn
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
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    Nobody knows for sure, but Bible scholars think it's different names for the same guy.

  • The Carmelite
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago

    Levi = Hebrew

    Matthew = Greek

    Same with Saul/Paul

    Saul = Hebrew

    Paul = Greek

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    No doubt to fulfill some future prophesy claiming that he invented denim and that its popularity is a sign of the "End Times" ......just like every other event that occurs signals the return of the Christ.

    Source(s): My smart- a*s
  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Matthew was Matthew, Levi was Biff, Jesus' childhood friend. =0)

    Source(s): "Lamb", by Christopher Moore
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  • onelm0
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    Nick name for a Levitical priest. He was a priest and also a tax collector.

  • Michael K
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    Perhaps that could be the tribe he belonged to?

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