This word is used here to mark a break in the main storyline. Here Matthew tells background information about the twelve apostles. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-background]])
This is first in order, not in rank. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
# the Zealot
Possible meanings are 1) "the Zealot" is a title that indicates he was part of the group of people who wanted to free the Jewish people from Roman rule. AT: "patriot" or "nationalist" or 2) "the zealous one" is a description that indicates he was zealous for God to be honored. AT: "passionate"