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MATTHIAS

(Gk. Maththías)

One of two persons described as an eyewitness of Jesus’ ministry and a candidate for replacing Judas Iscariot (Acts 1:21-26). Matthias was chosen by prayer and casting lots to become the 12th disciple. Although the text underscores the necessity of choosing this 12th disciple, he is never mentioned again in the NT. The “necessity” was possibly the symbolism of the number 12 representing the people of God as reflected in the tribal organization of Israel. The name is a shortened form of Mattithiah, which means “gift of Yahweh.”

Joe E. Lunceford






Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible (2000)

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