Matthew 10:3

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

فِيلِبُّسُ وَبَرْثِلْماوُسُ، تُوما وَمَتَّى جامِعُ الضَّرائِبِ، يَعقُوبُ بْنُ حَلْفَى وَتَدّاوُسَ،

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists some of Jesus' disciples named Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew the publican, James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus. It doesn't specify who is speaking but lists these followers of Jesus. The key message here is about the diverse group of people who became disciples of Jesus.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're picking friends to be part of a special club. This verse shows that Jesus chose different kinds of people for His special group, like Philip and Bartholomew who might have been regular guys, Thomas who sometimes had doubts, Matthew the tax collector, James whose dad was named Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus with an extra name.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Gospel of Matthew, written by a disciple of Jesus around AD 80-90. It details some of the disciples who followed Jesus during His ministry in Israel, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of those who joined Him.

Living It Out Today

Consider how workplaces often have people with different skills and backgrounds working together. Just like these disciples had varied roles and pasts, modern teams can benefit from this diversity to tackle challenges creatively.

Topics

• discipleship
• diversity
• faith
• followers of Jesus
• calling
• community

Related Verses

• Luke 6:12-16
• Mark 3:13-19
• Acts 1:13
• John 15:16
• Romans 12:4

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Matthew in this verse?

Matthew, also known as Levi, was a tax collector who left his job to follow Jesus. He is believed to be the author of the Gospel that bears his name.

Why are there two names for one person mentioned (Lebbaeus and Thaddaeus)?

This likely indicates that 'Thaddaeus' was an additional or alternate name used by Lebbaeus. It's common in ancient texts to provide multiple names of individuals.

What does this verse tell us about Jesus' choice of disciples?

It shows that Jesus chose a diverse group, including people from different backgrounds and professions, highlighting His inclusive message and the power of transformation through faith.

How can we apply the lesson of diversity found in Matthew 10:3 to our communities today?

We can embrace and value differences within our community groups, recognizing that each person brings unique strengths and perspectives that enrich the whole group.