levi
Definition
Proper noun 1. A disciple of Jesus: In the New Testament, Levi is a man identified as a tax collector who became one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He is also traditionally identified as the author of the Gospel of Matthew. * Example: Jesus saw Levi sitting at the tax collector's booth and said to him, "Follow me." * Example: The feast at Levi's house is described in several Gospels.
Usage Notes
- Capitalization: "Levi" is always capitalized as it is a proper noun, referring to a specific person.
- Biblical Context: This name is used almost exclusively in a biblical or religious context. In modern English, it is primarily a given name, but its most famous reference is to the biblical figure.
- Identification with Matthew: In Christian tradition, the apostle Levi is considered to be the same person as Matthew. Therefore, the "Gospel of Matthew" is sometimes attributed to Levi.
Advanced Usage
- Levi the Apostle: This full title is used to specify the disciple and distinguish him from other biblical or historical figures named Levi.
- Example: The calling of Levi the Apostle is a significant event in the New Testament.
Variants and Related Words
- Matthew (Proper noun): The name more commonly used for this apostle, especially in reference to the first Gospel of the New Testament.
- Apostle (Noun): One of the twelve chief disciples of Jesus Christ; Levi is counted among them.
Synonyms
- Matthew: The primary synonym, as they are traditionally the same person.
- The Evangelist: A title sometimes used for the author of a Gospel, which can refer to Levi/Matthew.
Noun
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(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel
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