Matthew’s Legacy as Writer and Missionary
Leaving his lucrative tax collector’s position, Matthew combined his administrative skills with evangelical zeal. His Gospel, originally written in Aramaic, preserved Jesus’s teachings with remarkable detail, particularly the Sermon on the Mount. While establishing Christian communities in Ethiopia, he faced increasing hostility from traditional religious leaders. Despite offers to renounce his faith, Matthew stood firm. Around 60-70 AD, his opponents finally killed him by sword.
