made him a great feast This shews that Matthew had something to sacrifice when he "left all." The word rendered -feast" literally means -reception."

a great company of publicans Comp. Luke 15:1. The tax-gatherers in their deep, and not wholly undeserved unpopularity, would be naturally touched by the countenance and kindness of the Sinless One.

sat down Rather, were reclining (at table).

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