King James Bible
"And they straightway left their nets, and followed him."
The fishermen's immediate abandonment of their nets demonstrates radical obedience, leaving behind their livelihood and source of income without hesitation. This swift response emphasizes the compelling nature of Jesus' call and the disciples' recognition of something greater than their daily occupation. Following Jesus meant becoming his disciples—literally walking after him to learn his teachings and way of life. This action marks the beginning of their transformation from fishermen to "fishers of men," as Jesus had just promised in the previous verse.