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Acts 23

1 And Paul, looking stedfastly on the council, said, Brethren, I have lived before God in all good conscience until this day.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Proverbs 28:1 · Acts 6:15 · Acts 22:1 · Acts 22:5 · Acts 22:30 · Acts 23:6 · Acts 24:16 · 1 Corinthians 4:4 · 2 Corinthians 1:12 · 2 Corinthians 4:2 · 2 Timothy 1:3 · Hebrews 13:18 · 1 Peter 3:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • earnestly beholding G816 (ἀτενίζω) — to gaze intently
  • the council G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the council G4892 (συνέδριον) — a joint session, i.e. (specially), the Jewish Sanhedrin; by analogy, a subordinate tribunal
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • have lived G4176 (πολιτεύομαι) — to behave as a citizen (figuratively)
  • in all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • conscience G4893 (συνείδησις) — co-perception, i.e. moral consciousness
  • before God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • before God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • until G891 (ἄχρι) — (of time) until or (of place) up to
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…

2 And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 1 Kings 22:24 · Jeremiah 20:2 · Micah 5:1 · Matthew 26:67 · Acts 24:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the high priest G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • Ananias G367 (Ἀνανίας) — Ananias, the name of three Israelites
  • commanded G2004 (ἐπιτάσσω) — to arrange upon, i.e. order
  • them that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • stood by G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to smite G5180 (τύπτω) — to "thump", i.e. cudgel or pummel (properly, with a stick or bastinado), but in any case by repeated blows; thus differing from and , which denote a (usuall…
  • on the mouth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • on the mouth G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or edge (of…

3 Then said Paul unto him, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall: and sittest thou to judge me according to the law, and commandest me to be smitten contrary to the law?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 19:15 · Leviticus 19:35 · Deuteronomy 25:1 · Psalms 58:1 · Psalms 82:1 · Psalms 94:20 · Ecclesiastes 3:16 · Amos 5:7 · Micah 3:8 · Matthew 23:27
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • shall G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • smite G5180 (τύπτω) — to "thump", i.e. cudgel or pummel (properly, with a stick or bastinado), but in any case by repeated blows; thus differing from and , which denote a (usuall…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • whited G2867 (κονιάω) — to whitewash
  • wall G5109 (τοῖχος) — a wall
  • for G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • sittest G2521 (κάθημαι) — and (to sit; akin to the base of ); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • commandest G2753 (κελεύω) — "hail"; to incite by word, i.e. order
  • to be smitten G5180 (τύπτω) — to "thump", i.e. cudgel or pummel (properly, with a stick or bastinado), but in any case by repeated blows; thus differing from and , which denote a (usuall…
  • contrary to the law G3891 (παρανομέω) — to be opposed to law, i.e. to transgress

4 And they that stood by said, Revilest thou God’s high priest?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • stood by G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Revilest thou G3058 (λοιδορέω) — to reproach, i.e. vilify
  • God’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God’s G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • high priest G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • high priest G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest

5 And Paul said, I knew not, brethren, that he was high priest: for it is written, Thou shalt not speak evil of a ruler of thy people.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 22:28 · Ecclesiastes 10:20 · Acts 24:17 · 2 Peter 2:10
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • said G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • I wist G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the high priest G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • Thou shalt G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • speak G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • evil G2560 (κακῶς) — badly (physically or morally)
  • of the ruler G758 (ἄρχων) — a first (in rank or power)
  • of thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)

6 But when Paul perceived that the one part were Sadducees and the other Pharisees, he cried out in the council, Brethren, I am a Pharisee, a son of Pharisees: touching the hope and resurrection of the dead I am called in question.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:16 · Matthew 22:23 · Acts 22:5 · Acts 24:15 · Acts 24:21 · Acts 26:5 · Acts 28:20 · Philippians 3:5
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • when Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • perceived G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • part G3313 (μέρος) — a division or share (literally or figuratively, in a wide application)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Sadducees G4523 (Σαδδουκαῖος) — a Sadducæan (i.e. Tsadokian), or follower of a certain heretical Israelite
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the other G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
  • Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • he cried out G2896 (κράζω) — properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e. (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the council G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the council G4892 (συνέδριον) — a joint session, i.e. (specially), the Jewish Sanhedrin; by analogy, a subordinate tribunal
  • Men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a Pharisee G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • the son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of a Pharisee G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • resurrection G386 (ἀνάστασις) — a standing up again, i.e. (literally) a resurrection from death (individual, genitive case or by implication, (its author)), or (figuratively) a (moral) recov…
  • of the dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)
  • am called in question G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish

7 And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and Sadducees; and the assembly was divided.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 55:9 · Matthew 10:34 · Acts 14:4
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • had so said G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • there arose G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • a dissension G4714 (στάσις) — a standing (properly, the act), i.e. (by analogy) position (existence); by implication, a popular uprising; figuratively, controversy
  • between the Pharisees G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • between the Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the Sadducees G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Sadducees G4523 (Σαδδουκαῖος) — a Sadducæan (i.e. Tsadokian), or follower of a certain heretical Israelite
  • the multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the multitude G4128 (πλῆθος) — a fulness, i.e. a large number, throng, populace
  • was divided G4977 (σχίζω) — to split or sever (literally or figuratively)

8 For the Sadducees say that there is no resurrection, neither angel, nor spirit; but the Pharisees confess both.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 22:23 · Luke 20:27 · Acts 4:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the Sadducees G4523 (Σαδδουκαῖος) — a Sadducæan (i.e. Tsadokian), or follower of a certain heretical Israelite
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • say that G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • there is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • no G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • resurrection G386 (ἀνάστασις) — a standing up again, i.e. (literally) a resurrection from death (individual, genitive case or by implication, (its author)), or (figuratively) a (moral) recov…
  • neither G3366 (μηδέ) — but not, not even; in a continued negation, nor
  • angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • nor G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • confess G3670 (ὁμολογέω) — to assent, i.e. covenant, acknowledge
  • both G297 (ἀμφότερος) — (in plural) both

9 And there arose a great clamor: and some of the scribes of the Pharisees’ part stood up, and strove, saying, We find no evil in this man: and what if a spirit hath spoken to him, or an angel?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 1 Samuel 24:17 · Proverbs 16:7 · Luke 5:30 · Luke 23:4 · Luke 23:14 · Luke 23:22 · Acts 5:39 · Acts 9:4 · Acts 11:17 · Acts 22:7 · Acts 22:17 · Acts 23:8 · Acts 23:29 · Acts 25:25 · Acts 26:14 · Acts 26:31 · Acts 27:23 · 1 Corinthians 10:22
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • there arose G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • a great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • cry G2906 (κραυγή) — an outcry (in notification, tumult or grief)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the scribes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the scribes G1122 (γραμματεύς)
  • of the Pharisees’ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Pharisees’ G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • part G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • part G3313 (μέρος) — a division or share (literally or figuratively, in a wide application)
  • arose G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • and strove G1264 (διαμάχομαι) — to fight fiercely (in altercation)
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • We find G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • no G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • a spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • an angel G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • hath spoken G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • to him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • let us G2313 (θεομαχέω) — to resist deity
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • fight against God G2313 (θεομαχέω) — to resist deity

10 And when there arose a great dissension, the chief captain, fearing lest Paul should be torn in pieces by them, commanded the soldiers to go down and take him by force from among them, and bring him into the castle.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 7:2 · Psalms 50:22 · Micah 3:3 · Acts 19:28 · Acts 21:30 · Acts 22:24 · Acts 23:16 · Acts 23:27 · Acts 23:32 · Acts 24:7
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when there arose G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • a great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • dissension G4714 (στάσις) — a standing (properly, the act), i.e. (by analogy) position (existence); by implication, a popular uprising; figuratively, controversy
  • the chief captain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the chief captain G5506 (χιλίαρχος) — the commander of a thousand soldiers ("chiliarch"; i.e. colonel
  • fearing G2125 (εὐλαβέομαι) — to be circumspect, i.e. (by implication) to be apprehensive; religiously, to reverence
  • lest G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • should have been pulled in pieces G1288 (διασπάω) — to draw apart, i.e. sever or dismember
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • commanded G2753 (κελεύω) — "hail"; to incite by word, i.e. order
  • the soldiers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the soldiers G4753 (στράτευμα) — an armament, i.e. (by implication) a body of troops (more or less extensive or systematic)
  • to go down G2597 (καταβαίνω) — to descend (literally or figuratively)
  • and to take G726 (ἁρπάζω) — to seize (in various applications)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • by force G726 (ἁρπάζω) — to seize (in various applications)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • among G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • and G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • to bring G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the castle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the castle G3925 (παρεμβολή) — a throwing in beside (juxtaposition), i.e. (specially), battle-array, encampment or barracks (tower Antonia)

11 And the night following the Lord stood by him, and said, Be of good cheer: for as thou hast testified concerning me at Jerusalem, so must thou bear witness also at Rome.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 46:1 · Psalms 109:31 · Isaiah 41:10 · Isaiah 41:14 · Isaiah 43:2 · Isaiah 46:10 · Jeremiah 15:19 · Matthew 9:2 · Matthew 14:27 · Matthew 28:20 · Acts 2:25 · Acts 18:9 · Acts 19:21 · Acts 20:22 · Acts 22:18 · Acts 27:22 · Acts 28:23 · Romans 1:15 · 2 Corinthians 1:8 · Philippians 1:13 · 2 Timothy 4:17
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • following G1966 (ἐπιοῦσα) — supervening, i.e. ( or being expressed or implied) the ensuing day or night
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • stood G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • by him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Be of good cheer G2293 (θαρσέω) — to have courage
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • hast testified G1263 (διαμαρτύρομαι) — to attest or protest earnestly, or (by implication) hortatively
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • must G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • bear witness G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • at G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Rome G4516 (Ῥώμη) — strength; Roma, the capital of Italy

12 And when it was day, the Jews banded together, and bound themselves under a curse, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 27:29 · Joshua 6:26 · Joshua 7:1 · Joshua 7:15 · 1 Samuel 14:24 · 1 Samuel 14:27 · 1 Samuel 14:40 · 1 Kings 19:2 · 2 Kings 6:31 · Nehemiah 10:29 · Esther 2:22 · Psalms 2:1 · Psalms 31:13 · Psalms 64:2 · Isaiah 8:9 · Jeremiah 11:19 · Matthew 26:4 · Matthew 26:74 · Matthew 27:25 · Acts 23:14 · Acts 23:21 · Acts 23:30 · Acts 25:3 · 1 Corinthians 16:22 · Galatians 3:13
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when it was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • banded G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • together G4963 (συστροφή) — a twisting together, i.e. (figuratively) a secret coalition, riotous crowd
  • and bound G332 (ἀναθεματίζω) — to declare or vow under penalty of execration
  • themselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • under a curse G332 (ἀναθεματίζω) — to declare or vow under penalty of execration
  • saying that G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • they would G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • neither G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • nor G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • drink G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
  • till G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • they had killed G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle

13 And they were more than forty that made this conspiracy.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Samuel 15:12 · 2 Samuel 15:31
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • more G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
  • than forty G5062 (τεσσαράκοντα) — forty
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • had made G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • conspiracy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • conspiracy G4945 (συνωμοσία) — a swearing together, i.e. (by implication) a plot

14 And they came to the chief priests and the elders, and said, We have bound ourselves under a great curse, to taste nothing until we have killed Paul.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 52:1 · Isaiah 3:9 · Jeremiah 6:15 · Jeremiah 8:12 · Hosea 4:9 · Micah 7:3 · Acts 23:12
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And they G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • to the chief priests G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the chief priests G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • elders G4245 (πρεσβύτερος) — older; as noun, a senior; specially, an Israelite Sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial council) or Christian "presbyter"
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • We have bound G332 (ἀναθεματίζω) — to declare or vow under penalty of execration
  • ourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • under a great curse G331 (ἀνάθεμα) — a (religious) ban or (concretely) excommunicated (thing or person)
  • that we will eat G1089 (γεύομαι) — to taste; by implication, to eat; figuratively, to experience (good or ill)
  • nothing G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • until G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • we have slain G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle

15 Now therefore do ye with the council signify to the chief captain that he bring him down unto you, as though ye would judge of his case more exactly: and we, before he comes near, are ready to slay him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Samuel 13:5 · Psalms 21:11 · Psalms 37:32 · Proverbs 1:11 · Proverbs 1:16 · Proverbs 4:16 · Isaiah 59:7 · Acts 22:30 · Acts 25:3 · Romans 3:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • the council G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the council G4892 (συνέδριον) — a joint session, i.e. (specially), the Jewish Sanhedrin; by analogy, a subordinate tribunal
  • signify G1718 (ἐμφανίζω) — to exhibit (in person) or disclose (by words)
  • to the chief captain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the chief captain G5506 (χιλίαρχος) — the commander of a thousand soldiers ("chiliarch"; i.e. colonel
  • that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • he bring G2609 (κατάγω) — to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • down G2609 (κατάγω) — to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to morrow G839 (αὔριον) — properly, fresh, i.e. (adverb with ellipsis of ) to-morrow
  • as though G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • ye would G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • enquire G1231 (διαγινώσκω) — to know thoroughly, i.e. ascertain exactly
  • something more perfectly G199 (ἀκριβῶς) — exactly
  • concerning G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • or ever G4253 (πρό) — "fore", i.e. in front of, prior (figuratively, superior) to
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • come near G1448 (ἐγγίζω) — to make near, i.e. (reflexively) approach
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • ready G2092 (ἕτοιμος) — adjusted, i.e. ready
  • to kill G337 (ἀναιρέω) — to take up, i.e. adopt; by implication, to take away (violently), i.e. abolish, murder

16 But Paul’s sister’s son heard of their lying in wait, and he came and entered into the castle and told Paul.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Samuel 17:17 · Job 5:13 · Proverbs 21:30 · Proverbs 24:15 · Lamentations 3:37 · Acts 21:34 · Acts 23:10 · Acts 23:32 · 1 Corinthians 3:19
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And when G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Paul’s G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • sister’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sister’s G79 (ἀδελφή) — a sister (naturally or ecclesiastically)
  • son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • of their lying in wait G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of their lying in wait G1749 (ἔνεδρον) — an ambush, i.e. (figuratively) murderous design
  • he went G3854 (παραγίνομαι) — to become near, i.e. approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • entered G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the castle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the castle G3925 (παρεμβολή) — a throwing in beside (juxtaposition), i.e. (specially), battle-array, encampment or barracks (tower Antonia)
  • and told G518 (ἀπαγγέλλω) — to announce
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle

17 And Paul called unto him one of the centurions, and said, Bring this young man unto the chief captain; for he hath something to tell him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Proverbs 22:3 · Matthew 8:8 · Matthew 10:16 · Acts 22:26 · Acts 23:23
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • called G4341 (προσκαλέομαι) — to call toward oneself, i.e. summon, invite
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • of the centurions G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the centurions G1543 (ἑκατοντάρχης) — the captain of one hundred men
  • and said G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • Bring G520 (ἀπάγω) — to take off (in various senses)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • young man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • young man G3494 (νεανίας) — a youth (up to about forty years)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • the chief captain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the chief captain G5506 (χιλίαρχος) — the commander of a thousand soldiers ("chiliarch"; i.e. colonel
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • a certain thing G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • to tell G518 (ἀπαγγέλλω) — to announce
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

18 So he took him, and brought him to the chief captain, and saith, Paul the prisoner called me unto him, and asked me to bring this young man unto thee, who hath something to say to thee.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 40:14 · Luke 7:40 · Acts 16:25 · Acts 27:1 · Acts 28:17 · Ephesians 3:1 · Ephesians 4:1 · Philemon 1:9
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • So G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • he took G3880 (παραλαμβάνω) — to receive near, i.e. associate with oneself (in any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an office; figuratively, to learn
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and brought G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • the chief captain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the chief captain G5506 (χιλίαρχος) — the commander of a thousand soldiers ("chiliarch"; i.e. colonel
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • the prisoner G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prisoner G1198 (δέσμιος) — a captive (as bound)
  • called G4341 (προσκαλέομαι) — to call toward oneself, i.e. summon, invite
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • unto G4341 (προσκαλέομαι) — to call toward oneself, i.e. summon, invite
  • and prayed me G2065 (ἐρωτάω) — to interrogate; by implication, to request
  • to bring G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • young man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • young man G3494 (νεανίας) — a youth (up to about forty years)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • who hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • something G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • to say G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto thee G4771 (σύ) — thou

19 And the chief captain took him by the hand, and going aside asked him privately, What is it that thou hast to tell me?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Nehemiah 2:4 · Esther 5:3 · Esther 7:2 · Esther 9:12 · Jeremiah 31:32
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the chief captain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the chief captain G5506 (χιλίαρχος) — the commander of a thousand soldiers ("chiliarch"; i.e. colonel
  • took G1949 (ἐπιλαμβάνομαι) — to seize (for help, injury, attainment, or any other purpose; literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • by the hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • by the hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • went G402 (ἀναχωρέω) — to retire
  • aside G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • privately G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • and asked G4441 (πυνθάνομαι) — to question, i.e. ascertain by inquiry (as a matter of information merely; and thus differing from , which properly means a request as a favor; and from , whi…
  • What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou hast G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • to tell G518 (ἀπαγγέλλω) — to announce
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

20 And he said, The Jews have agreed to ask thee to bring down Paul to-morrow unto the council, as though thou wouldest inquire somewhat more exactly concerning him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 12:2 · Daniel 6:5 · Acts 23:1 · Acts 23:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • The Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • have agreed G4934 (συντίθεμαι) — to place jointly, i.e. (figuratively) to consent (bargain, stipulate), concur
  • to desire G2065 (ἐρωτάω) — to interrogate; by implication, to request
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • thou wouldest bring down G2609 (κατάγω) — to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • to morrow G839 (αὔριον) — properly, fresh, i.e. (adverb with ellipsis of ) to-morrow
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the council G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the council G4892 (συνέδριον) — a joint session, i.e. (specially), the Jewish Sanhedrin; by analogy, a subordinate tribunal
  • as though G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • they would enquire G4441 (πυνθάνομαι) — to question, i.e. ascertain by inquiry (as a matter of information merely; and thus differing from , which properly means a request as a favor; and from , whi…
  • somewhat G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • more G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • perfectly G199 (ἀκριβῶς) — exactly

21 Do not thou therefore yield unto them: for there lie in wait for him of them more than forty men, who have bound themselves under a curse, neither to eat nor to drink till they have slain him: and now are they ready, looking for the promise from thee.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 23:2 · Acts 9:23 · Acts 14:5 · Acts 20:19 · Acts 23:12 · Acts 25:3 · Romans 9:3 · 2 Corinthians 11:26 · 2 Corinthians 11:32
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • do G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • yield G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • there lie in wait G1748 (ἐνεδρεύω) — to lurk, i.e. (figuratively) plot assassination
  • for him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • more G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
  • than forty G5062 (τεσσαράκοντα) — forty
  • men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • have bound G332 (ἀναθεματίζω) — to declare or vow under penalty of execration
  • themselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • with an oath G332 (ἀναθεματίζω) — to declare or vow under penalty of execration
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • they will G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • neither G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • nor G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • drink G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
  • till G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • they have killed G337 (ἀναιρέω) — to take up, i.e. adopt; by implication, to take away (violently), i.e. abolish, murder
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • are they G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • ready G2092 (ἕτοιμος) — adjusted, i.e. ready
  • looking for G4327 (προσδέχομαι) — to admit (to intercourse, hospitality, credence, or (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await (with confidence or patience)
  • a promise G1860 (ἐπαγγελία) — an announcement (for information, assent or pledge; especially a divine assurance of good)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou

22 So the chief captain let the young man go, charging him, Tell no man that thou hast signified these things to me.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Joshua 2:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • So G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • the chief captain G5506 (χιλίαρχος) — the commander of a thousand soldiers ("chiliarch"; i.e. colonel
  • let G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • the young man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the young man G3494 (νεανίας) — a youth (up to about forty years)
  • depart G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • and charged G3853 (παραγγέλλω) — to transmit a message, i.e. (by implication) to enjoin
  • tell G1583 (ἐκλαλέω) — to divulge
  • no man G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • thou hast shewed G1718 (ἐμφανίζω) — to exhibit (in person) or disclose (by words)
  • these things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

23 And he called unto him two of the centurions, and said, Make ready two hundred soldiers to go as far as Cæsarea, and horsemen threescore and ten, and spearmen two hundred, at the third hour of the night:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 14:25 · Luke 12:38 · Acts 8:40 · Acts 23:31 · Acts 23:33 · Acts 24:7
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • called G4341 (προσκαλέομαι) — to call toward oneself, i.e. summon, invite
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • centurions G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • centurions G1543 (ἑκατοντάρχης) — the captain of one hundred men
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Make ready G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • two hundred G1250 (διακόσιοι) — two hundred
  • soldiers G4757 (στρατιώτης) — a camper-out, i.e. a (common) warrior (literally or figuratively)
  • to G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • go G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • to G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • Cæsarea G2542 (Καισάρεια) — Cæsaria, the name of two places in Palestine
  • horsemen G2460 (ἱππεύς) — an equestrian, i.e. member of a cavalry corps
  • threescore and ten G1440 (ἑβδομήκοντα) — seventy
  • spearmen G1187 (δεξιολάβος) — a guardsman (as if taking the right) or light-armed soldier
  • at G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the third G5154 (τρίτος) — third; neuter (as noun) a third part, or (as adverb) a (or the) third time, thirdly
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • of the night G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)

24 and he bade them provide beasts, that they might set Paul thereon, and bring him safe unto Felix the governor.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Nehemiah 2:12 · Esther 8:12 · Matthew 27:2 · Luke 3:1 · Luke 10:34 · Acts 23:26 · Acts 23:33 · Acts 24:10 · Acts 24:22 · Acts 25:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • provide G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • beasts G2934 (κτῆνος) — property, i.e. (specially) a domestic animal
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they may set G1913 (ἐπιβιβάζω) — to cause to mount (an animal)
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • on G1913 (ἐπιβιβάζω) — to cause to mount (an animal)
  • and bring G1295 (διασώζω) — to save thoroughly, i.e. (by implication or analogy) to cure, preserve, rescue, etc.
  • safe G1295 (διασώζω) — to save thoroughly, i.e. (by implication or analogy) to cure, preserve, rescue, etc.
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • Felix G5344 (Φῆλιξ) — happy; Phelix (i.e. Felix), a Roman
  • the governor G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the governor G2232 (ἡγεμών) — a leader, i.e. chief person (or figuratively, place) of a province

25 And he wrote a letter after this form:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And he wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • a letter G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
  • after G4023 (περιέχω) — to hold all around, i.e. include, clasp (figuratively)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • manner G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • manner G5179 (τύπος) — a die (as struck), i.e. (by implication) a stamp or scar; by analogy, a shape, i.e. a statue, (figuratively) style or resemblance; specially, a sampler ("type…

26 Claudius Lysias unto the most excellent governor Felix, greeting.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 1:3 · Acts 15:23 · Acts 24:3 · Acts 26:25
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Claudius G2804 (Κλαύδιος) — Claudius, the name of two Romans
  • Lysias G3079 (Λυσίας) — Lysias, a Roman
  • unto the most excellent G2903 (κράτιστος) — strongest, i.e. (in dignity) very honorable
  • governor G2232 (ἡγεμών) — a leader, i.e. chief person (or figuratively, place) of a province
  • Felix G5344 (Φῆλιξ) — happy; Phelix (i.e. Felix), a Roman
  • greeting G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

27 This man was seized by the Jews, and was about to be slain of them, when I came upon them with the soldiers and rescued him, having learned that he was a Roman.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 21:31 · Acts 22:25 · Acts 23:10 · Acts 24:6
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • This G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • was taken G4815 (συλλαμβάνω) — to clasp, i.e. seize (arrest, capture); specially, to conceive (literally or figuratively); by implication, to aid
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • should G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • have been killed G337 (ἀναιρέω) — to take up, i.e. adopt; by implication, to take away (violently), i.e. abolish, murder
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • then came I G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • an army G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • an army G4753 (στράτευμα) — an armament, i.e. (by implication) a body of troops (more or less extensive or systematic)
  • and rescued G1807 (ἐξαιρέω) — actively, to tear out; middle voice, to select; figuratively, to release
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • having understood G3129 (μανθάνω) — to learn (in any way)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a Roman G4514 (Ῥωμαῖος) — Romæan, i.e. Roman (as noun)

28 And desiring to know the cause wherefore they accused him, I brought him down unto their council:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 22:30
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when I would G1014 (βούλομαι) — to "will," i.e. (reflexively) be willing
  • have known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • the cause G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the cause G156 (αἰτία) — a cause (as if asked for), i.e. (logical) reason (motive, matter), (legal) crime (alleged or proved)
  • G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • wherefore G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • they accused G1458 (ἐγκαλέω) — to call in (as a debt or demand), i.e. bring to account (charge, criminate, etc.)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • I brought G2609 (κατάγω) — to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel
  • forth G2609 (κατάγω) — to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • council G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • council G4892 (συνέδριον) — a joint session, i.e. (specially), the Jewish Sanhedrin; by analogy, a subordinate tribunal

29 whom I found to be accused about questions of their law, but to have nothing laid to his charge worthy of death or of bonds.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 18:15 · Acts 23:6 · Acts 24:5 · Acts 24:10 · Acts 25:7 · Acts 25:11 · Acts 25:19 · Acts 25:25 · Acts 26:31 · Acts 28:18
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I perceived G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • to be accused G1458 (ἐγκαλέω) — to call in (as a debt or demand), i.e. bring to account (charge, criminate, etc.)
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • questions G2213 (ζήτημα) — a search (properly concretely), i.e. (in words) a debate
  • of their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • to have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • nothing G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • laid to his charge G1462 (ἔγκλημα) — an accusation, i.e. offence alleged
  • worthy G514 (ἄξιος) — deserving, comparable or suitable (as if drawing praise)
  • of death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • of bonds G1199 (δεσμόν) — a band, i.e. ligament (of the body) or shackle (of a prisoner); figuratively, an impediment or disability

30 And when it was shown to me that there would be a plot against the man, I sent him to thee forthwith, charging his accusers also to speak against him before thee.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 9:24 · Acts 15:29 · Acts 23:12 · Acts 23:20 · Acts 23:35 · Acts 24:6 · Acts 24:19 · Acts 25:5 · Acts 25:16 · 2 Corinthians 13:11
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when it was told G3377 (μηνύω) — to disclose (through the idea of mental effort and thus calling to mind), i.e. report, declare, intimate
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • how G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • that G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • laid wait G1917 (ἐπιβουλή) — a plan against someone, i.e. a plot
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • I sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
  • straightway G1824 (ἐξαυτῆς) — from that hour, i.e. instantly
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • and gave commandment G3853 (παραγγέλλω) — to transmit a message, i.e. (by implication) to enjoin
  • to his accusers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to his accusers G2725 (κατήγορος) — against one in the assembly, i.e. a complainant at law; specially, Satan
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • before G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • what G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • against G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Farewell G4517 (ῥώννυμι) — probably akin to ); to strengthen, i.e. (impersonal passive) have health (as a parting exclamation, good-bye)

31 So the soldiers, as it was commanded them, took Paul and brought him by night to Antipatris.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 7:8 · Acts 23:23 · 2 Timothy 2:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • the soldiers G4757 (στρατιώτης) — a camper-out, i.e. a (common) warrior (literally or figuratively)
  • as G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • it was commanded G1299 (διατάσσω) — to arrange thoroughly, i.e. (specially) institute, prescribe, etc.
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • took G353 (ἀναλαμβάνω) — to take up
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • and brought G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • night G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Antipatris G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Antipatris G494 (Ἀντιπατρίς) — Antipatris, a place in Palestine

32 But on the morrow they left the horsemen to go with him, and returned to the castle:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 23:10 · Acts 23:23
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • On G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the morrow G1887 (ἐπαύριον) — occurring on the succeeding day, i.e. ( being implied) to-morrow
  • they left G1439 (ἐάω) — to let be, i.e. permit or leave alone
  • the horsemen G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the horsemen G2460 (ἱππεύς) — an equestrian, i.e. member of a cavalry corps
  • to go G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and returned G5290 (ὑποστρέφω) — to turn under (behind), i.e. to return (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the castle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the castle G3925 (παρεμβολή) — a throwing in beside (juxtaposition), i.e. (specially), battle-array, encampment or barracks (tower Antonia)

33 and they, when they came to Cæsarea and delivered the letter to the governor, presented Paul also before him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 8:40 · Acts 23:23 · Acts 23:26 · Acts 28:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • when they came G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Cæsarea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Cæsarea G2542 (Καισάρεια) — Cæsaria, the name of two places in Palestine
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • delivered G325 (ἀναδίδωμι) — to hand over
  • the epistle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the epistle G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
  • to the governor G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the governor G2232 (ἡγεμών) — a leader, i.e. chief person (or figuratively, place) of a province
  • presented G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • before him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

34 And when he had read it, he asked of what province he was; and when he understood that he was of Cilicia,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Esther 1:1 · Esther 8:9 · Daniel 2:49 · Daniel 6:1 · Luke 23:6 · Acts 6:9 · Acts 15:41 · Acts 21:39 · Acts 25:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the governor G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the governor G2232 (ἡγεμών) — a leader, i.e. chief person (or figuratively, place) of a province
  • had read G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
  • he asked G1905 (ἐπερωτάω) — to ask for, i.e. inquire, seek
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • what G4169 (ποῖος) — individualizing interrogative (of character) what sort of, or (of number) which one
  • province G1885 (ἐπαρχία) — a special region of government, i.e. a Roman præfecture
  • he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • when he understood G4441 (πυνθάνομαι) — to question, i.e. ascertain by inquiry (as a matter of information merely; and thus differing from , which properly means a request as a favor; and from , whi…
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • Cilicia G2791 (Κιλικία) — Cilicia, a region of Asia Minor

35 I will hear thee fully, said he, when thine accusers also are come: and he commanded him to be kept in Herod’s palace.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 2:1 · Matthew 2:3 · Matthew 2:16 · Matthew 27:27 · Acts 23:30 · Acts 24:1 · Acts 24:10 · Acts 24:19 · Acts 24:22 · Acts 24:24 · Acts 25:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I will hear G1251 (διακούομαι) — to hear throughout, i.e. patiently listen (to a prisoner's plea)
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • said he G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • thine G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • accusers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • accusers G2725 (κατήγορος) — against one in the assembly, i.e. a complainant at law; specially, Satan
  • are also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • come G3854 (παραγίνομαι) — to become near, i.e. approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
  • And G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • he commanded G2753 (κελεύω) — "hail"; to incite by word, i.e. order
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to be kept G5442 (φυλάσσω) — to watch, i.e. be on guard (literally of figuratively); by implication, to preserve, obey, avoid
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Herod’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Herod’s G2264 (Ἡρώδης) — heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings
  • judgment hall G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • judgment hall G4232 (πραιτώριον) — the prætorium or governor's courtroom (sometimes including the whole edifice and camp)

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