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    Matthias

    Pronounced mah-THY-us

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    ✓ In the King James Bible — Yes — Matthias appears in the King James Bible, including Acts 1:26.
    Meaning
    "Gift of God"
    Origin
    Hebrew/Greek

    Matthias was chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot as the twelfth apostle. His name, meaning 'gift of God,' underscores that he was God's chosen gift to complete the apostolic circle. The selection process, led by prayer and the casting of lots, shows the early church's dependence on divine guidance.

    Spiritual meaning

    Matthias reminds us that God fills every gap with His chosen gifts — no vacancy in His kingdom goes unfilled.

    Related verses (KJV)

    • "And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles."

      Acts 1:26 (KJV) →
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