In the traditional symbolization of the evangelists (based on Ezech. 1:5-10 and Rev. 4:6-7) the image of the winged man is accorded to Matthew because his Gospel begins with the human genealogy of Christ. | In the traditional symbolization of the evangelists (based on Ezech. 1:5-10 and Rev. 4:6-7) the image of the winged man is accorded to Matthew because his Gospel begins with the human genealogy of Christ. |