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Acts 28

1 And when we were escaped, then we knew that the island was called Melita.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 16:10 · Acts 27:26 · Acts 27:39 · Acts 27:44
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 they were escaped G1295 (διασώζω) — to save thoroughly, i.e. (by implication or analogy) to cure, preserve, rescue, etc.
  • then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • they knew G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω) — to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the island G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the island G3520 (νῆσος) — an island
  • was called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • Melita G3194 (Μελίτη) — Melita, an island in the Mediterranean

2 And the barbarians showed us no common kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us all, because of the present rain, and because of the cold.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the barbarous people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the barbarous people G915 (βάρβαρος) — a foreigner (i.e. non-Greek)
  • shewed G3930 (παρέχω) — to hold near, i.e. present, afford, exhibit, furnish occasion
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • little G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • little G5177 (τυγχάνω) — akin to the base of through the idea of effecting; properly, to affect; or (specially), to hit or light upon (as a mark to be reached), i.e. (transitively) t…
  • kindness G5363 (φιλανθρωπία) — fondness of mankind, i.e. benevolence ("philanthropy")
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • they kindled G381 (ἀνάπτω) — to enkindle
  • a fire G4443 (πυρά) — a fire (concretely)
  • and received G4355 (προσλαμβάνω) — to take to oneself, i.e. use (food), lead (aside), admit (to friendship or hospitality)
  • every one G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • because G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • of the present G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the present G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • rain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • rain G5205 (ὑετός) — rain, especially a shower
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of the cold G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the cold G5592 (ψύχος) — coolness

3 But when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks and laid them on the fire, a viper came out by reason of the heat, and fastened on his hand.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And 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
  • had gathered G4962 (συστρέφω) — to twist together, i.e. collect (a bundle, a crowd)
  • a bundle G4128 (πλῆθος) — a fulness, i.e. a large number, throng, populace
  • of sticks G5434 (φρύγανον) — something desiccated, i.e. a dry twig
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • laid G2007 (ἐπιτίθημι) — to impose (in a friendly or hostile sense)
  • on 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…
  • the fire G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the fire G4443 (πυρά) — a fire (concretely)
  • there came G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • a viper G2191 (ἔχιδνα) — an adder or other poisonous snake (literally or figuratively)
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the heat G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the heat G2329 (θέρμη) — warmth
  • and fastened on G2510 (καθάπτω) — to seize upon
  • his 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
  • hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)

4 And when the barbarians saw the venomous creature hanging from his hand, they said one to another, No doubt this man is a murderer, whom, though he hath escaped from the sea, yet Justice hath not suffered to live.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the barbarians G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the barbarians G915 (βάρβαρος) — a foreigner (i.e. non-Greek)
  • saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the G2342 (θηρίον) — a dangerous animal
  • beast G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • beast G2342 (θηρίον) — a dangerous animal
  • hang G2910 (κρεμάννυμι) — to hang
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • his 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
  • hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • they 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…
  • among 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…
  • themselves G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • No doubt G3843 (πάντως) — entirely; specially, at all events, (with negative, following) in no event
  • 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
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a murderer G5406 (φονεύς) — a murderer (always of criminal (or at least intentional) homicide; which does not necessarily imply; while is a special term for a public bandit)
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • though G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • he hath escaped G1295 (διασώζω) — to save thoroughly, i.e. (by implication or analogy) to cure, preserve, rescue, etc.
  • the sea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the sea G2281 (θάλασσα) — the sea (genitive case or specially)
  • yet vengeance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • yet vengeance G1349 (δίκη) — right (as self-evident), i.e. justice (the principle, a decision, or its execution)
  • suffereth G1439 (ἐάω) — to let be, i.e. permit or leave alone
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • to live G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)

5 Howbeit he shook off the creature into the fire, and took no harm.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Numbers 21:6 · Psalms 91:13 · Luke 10:19 · Romans 16:20 · Revelation 9:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And 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 shook off G660 (ἀποτινάσσω) — to brush off
  • the beast G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the beast G2342 (θηρίον) — a dangerous animal
  • 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 fire G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the fire G4442 (πῦρ) — "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning)
  • and felt G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • no G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • harm G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious

6 But they expected that he would have swollen, or fallen down dead suddenly: but when they were long in expectation and beheld nothing amiss come to him, they changed their minds, and said that he was a god.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 21:9 · Matthew 27:22 · Acts 12:22 · Acts 14:11
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Howbeit G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they looked G4328 (προσδοκάω) — to anticipate (in thought, hope or fear); by implication, to await
  • when 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
  • 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 swollen G4092 (πίμπρημι) — to fire, i.e. burn (figuratively and passively, become inflamed with fever)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • fallen down G2667 (καταπίπτω) — to fall down
  • dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)
  • suddenly G869 (ἄφνω) — unawares, i.e. unexpectedly
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • after they 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 looked G4328 (προσδοκάω) — to anticipate (in thought, hope or fear); by implication, to await
  • 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…
  • a great while G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • saw G2334 (θεωρέω) — to be a spectator of, i.e. discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))
  • no G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • harm G824 (ἄτοπος) — out of place, i.e. (figuratively) improper, injurious, wicked
  • come G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • 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
  • they changed their minds G3328 (μεταβάλλω) — to throw over, i.e. (middle voice figuratively) to turn about in opinion
  • and said 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…
  • 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
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a god G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

7 Now in the neighborhood of that place were lands belonging to the chief man of the island, named Publius; who received us, and entertained us three days courteously.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:40 · Luke 19:6 · Acts 13:7 · Acts 18:12 · Acts 23:24 · Acts 28:2
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • In G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the same G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • quarters G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • quarters G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e. location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
  • were G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence (be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…
  • possessions G5564 (χωρίον) — a spot or plot of ground
  • 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 chief man G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • of the island G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the island G3520 (νῆσος) — an island
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • was Publius G4196 (Πόπλιος) — apparently "popular"; Poplius (i.e. Publius), a Roman
  • who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • received G324 (ἀναδέχομαι) — to entertain (as a guest)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • and lodged us G3579 (ξενίζω) — to be a host (passively, a guest); by implication, be (make, appear) strange
  • three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • days 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…
  • courteously G5390 (φιλοφρόνως) — with friendliness of mind, i.e. kindly

8 And it was so, that the father of Publius lay sick of fever and dysentery: unto whom Paul entered in, and prayed, and laying his hands on him healed him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that the father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that the father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • of Publius G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Publius G4196 (Πόπλιος) — apparently "popular"; Poplius (i.e. Publius), a Roman
  • lay G2621 (κατάκειμαι) — to lie down, i.e. (by implication) be sick; specially, to recline at a meal
  • sick G4912 (συνέχω) — to hold together, i.e. to compress (the ears, with a crowd or siege) or arrest (a prisoner); figuratively, to compel, perplex, afflict, preoccupy
  • of a fever G4446 (πυρετός) — inflamed, i.e. (by implication) feverish (as noun, fever)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of a bloody flux G1420 (δυσεντερία) — a "dysentery"
  • 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…
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • 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
  • entered in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • prayed G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • and laid G2007 (ἐπιτίθημι) — to impose (in a friendly or hostile sense)
  • his hands G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • his hands G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • on 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 healed G2390 (ἰάομαι) — to cure (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

9 And when this was done, the rest also that had diseases in the island came, and were cured:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 4:24 · Acts 5:12 · Acts 5:15
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
  • when this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • was done G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • others G3062 (λοιποί) — remaining ones
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • diseases G769 (ἀσθένεια) — feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady; morally, frailty
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the island G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the island G3520 (νῆσος) — an island
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • were healed G2323 (θεραπεύω) — to wait upon menially, i.e. (figuratively) to adore (God), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)

10 who also honored us with many honors; and when we sailed, they put on board such things as we needed.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • honoured G5091 (τιμάω) — to prize, i.e. fix a valuation upon; by implication, to revere
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • honours G5092 (τιμή) — a value, i.e. money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when we departed G321 (ἀνάγω) — to lead up; by extension to bring out; specially, to sail away
  • they laded G2007 (ἐπιτίθημι) — to impose (in a friendly or hostile sense)
  • with such things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • as were 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…
  • necessary G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • necessary G5532 (χρεία) — employment, i.e. an affair; also (by implication) occasion, demand, requirement or destitution

11 And after three months we set sail in a ship of Alexandria which had wintered in the island, whose sign was The Twin Brothers.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Isaiah 45:20 · Jonah 1:5 · Jonah 1:16 · Acts 6:9 · Acts 27:6 · 1 Corinthians 8:4
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • after G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • months G3376 (μήν) — a month
  • we departed G321 (ἀνάγω) — to lead up; by extension to bring out; specially, to sail away
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • of Alexandria G222 (Ἀλεξανδρῖνος) — Alexandrine, or belonging to Alexandria
  • which had wintered G3914 (παραχειμάζω) — to winter near, i.e. stay with over the rainy season
  • the isle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the isle G3520 (νῆσος) — an island
  • whose sign G3902 (παράσημος) — side-marked, i.e. labelled (with a badge (figure-head) of a ship)
  • was Castor and Pollux G1359 (Διόσκουροι) — sons of Jupiter, i.e. the twins Dioscuri

12 And touching at Syracuse, we tarried there three days.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 21:7 · Acts 27:2
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
  • landing G2609 (κατάγω) — to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel
  • at G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Syracuse G4946 (Συράκουσαι) — Syracuse, the capital of Sicily
  • we tarried G1961 (ἐπιμένω) — to stay over, i.e. remain (figuratively, persevere)
  • three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • days 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…

13 And from thence we made a circuit, and arrived at Rhegium: and after one day a south wind sprang up, and on the second day we came to Puteoli;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 27:13
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And from thence G3606 (ὅθεν) — from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction)
  • we fetched a compass G4022 (περιέρχομαι) — to come all around, i.e. stroll, vacillate, veer
  • and came G2658 (καταντάω) — to meet against, i.e. arrive at (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
  • Rhegium G4484 (Ῥήγιον) — Rhegium, a place in Italy
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • after G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • 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…
  • the south wind G3558 (νότος) — the south(-west) wind; by extension, the southern quarter itself
  • blew G1920 (ἐπιγίνομαι) — to arrive upon, i.e. spring up (as a wind)
  • and we came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • the next day G1206 (δευτεραῖος) — secondary, i.e. (specially) on the second day
  • Puteoli G4223 (Ποτίολοι) — little wells, i.e. mineral springs; Potioli (i.e. Puteoli), a place in Italy

14 where we found brethren, and were entreated to tarry with them seven days: and so we came to Rome.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Where G3757 (οὗ) — at which place, i.e. where
  • we found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • and were desired G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • to tarry G1961 (ἐπιμένω) — to stay over, i.e. remain (figuratively, persevere)
  • with 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…
  • 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
  • seven G2033 (ἑπτά) — seven
  • days 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…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • we went G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • toward G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Rome G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Rome G4516 (Ῥώμη) — strength; Roma, the capital of Italy

15 And from thence the brethren, when they heard of us, came to meet us as far as The Market of Appius and The Three Taverns; whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And from thence G2547 (κἀκεῖθεν) — likewise from that place (or time)
  • when the brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • when the brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • 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…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • they came G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (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
  • meet G529 (ἀπάντησις) — a (friendly) encounter
  • as far as G891 (ἄχρι) — (of time) until or (of place) up to
  • Appii G675 (Ἄππιος) — (in the genitive, i.e. possessive case) of Appius, the name of a Roman
  • forum G5410 (Φόρον) — a forum or market-place; only in compound with ; a station on the Appian road
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • The three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • taverns G4999 (Ταβέρναι) — huts or wooden-walled buildings; Tabernæ
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • 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
  • saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • he thanked G2168 (εὐχαριστέω) — to be grateful, i.e. (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
  • 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
  • and took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • courage G2294 (θάρσος) — boldness (subjectively)

16 And when we entered into Rome, Paul was suffered to abide by himself with the soldier that guarded him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • we came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and 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
  • Rome G4516 (Ῥώμη) — strength; Roma, the capital of Italy
  • the centurion G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the centurion G1543 (ἑκατοντάρχης) — the captain of one hundred men
  • delivered G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • the prisoners G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prisoners G1198 (δέσμιος) — a captive (as bound)
  • to the captain of the guard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the captain of the guard G4759 (στρατοπεδάρχης) — a ruler of an army, i.e. (specially), a Prætorian præfect
  • but 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
  • was suffered G2010 (ἐπιτρέπω) — to turn over (transfer), i.e. allow
  • to dwell G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • by G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • himself 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 G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • a soldier G4757 (στρατιώτης) — a camper-out, i.e. a (common) warrior (literally or figuratively)
  • that kept G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that kept G5442 (φυλάσσω) — to watch, i.e. be on guard (literally of figuratively); by implication, to preserve, obey, avoid
  • 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

17 And it came to pass, that after three days he called together those that were the chief of the Jews: and when they were come together, he said unto them, I, brethren, though I had done nothing against the people, or the customs of our fathers, yet was delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the hands of the Romans:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • that after G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
  • days 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…
  • 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 G4779 (συγκαλέω) — to convoke
  • the chief G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • of the Jews G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • together G4779 (συγκαλέω) — to convoke
  • when G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • when G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • they were 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 together G4905 (συνέρχομαι) — to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)
  • 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…
  • 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…
  • 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
  • Men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • though I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • have committed G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • against G1727 (ἐναντίος) — opposite; figuratively, antagonistic
  • the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • customs G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • customs G1485 (ἔθος) — a usage (prescribed by habit or law)
  • of our fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of our fathers G3971 (πατρῷος) — paternal, i.e. hereditary
  • yet was I delivered G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • prisoner G1198 (δέσμιος) — a captive (as bound)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • Jerusalem G2414 (Ἱεροσόλυμα) — Hierosolyma (i.e. Jerushalaim), the capitol of Palestine
  • 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 hands G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the hands G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • of the Romans G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Romans G4514 (Ῥωμαῖος) — Romæan, i.e. Roman (as noun)

18 who, when they had examined me, desired to set me at liberty, because there was no cause of death in me.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 22:24 · Acts 22:30 · Acts 23:29 · Acts 24:10 · Acts 24:22 · Acts 25:7 · Acts 26:31
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • when they had examined G350 (ἀνακρίνω) — properly, to scrutinize, i.e. (by implication) investigate, interrogate, determine
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • would have G1014 (βούλομαι) — to "will," i.e. (reflexively) be willing
  • let G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • go G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • because G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • there was G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence (be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…
  • no G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • cause G156 (αἰτία) — a cause (as if asked for), i.e. (logical) reason (motive, matter), (legal) crime (alleged or proved)
  • of death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

19 But when the Jews spake against it, I was constrained to appeal unto Cæsar; not that I had aught whereof to accuse my nation.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 25:10 · Acts 25:21 · Acts 25:25 · Acts 26:32 · Romans 12:19 · 1 Peter 2:22
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 the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • spake against G483 (ἀντιλέγω) — to dispute, refuse
  • I was constrained G315 (ἀναγκάζω) — to necessitate
  • to appeal G1941 (ἐπικαλέομαι) — to entitle; by implication, to invoke (for aid, worship, testimony, decision, etc.)
  • unto Cæsar G2541 (Καῖσαρ) — Cæsar, a title of the Roman emperor
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • I had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • ought G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • to accuse G2723 (κατηγορέω) — to be a plaintiff, i.e. to charge with some offence
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • nation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • nation G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • of G2723 (κατηγορέω) — to be a plaintiff, i.e. to charge with some offence

20 For this cause therefore did I entreat you to see and to speak with me: for because of the hope of Israel I am bound with this chain.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • cause G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • cause G156 (αἰτία) — a cause (as if asked for), i.e. (logical) reason (motive, matter), (legal) crime (alleged or proved)
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • have I called G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • for you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to see G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to speak with G4354 (προσλαλέω) — to talk to, i.e. converse with
  • because that G1752 (ἕνεκα) — on account of
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the hope G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • of Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • I am bound with G4029 (περίκειμαι) — to lie all around, i.e. inclose, encircle, hamper (literally or figuratively)
  • chain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • chain G254 (ἅλυσις) — a fetter or manacle
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

21 And they said unto him, We neither received letters from Judæa concerning thee, nor did any of the brethren come hither and report or speak any harm of thee.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 11:7 · Isaiah 41:11 · Isaiah 50:8 · Isaiah 54:17 · Acts 22:5
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they 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…
  • 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
  • We G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • neither G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • received G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • letters G1121 (γράμμα) — a writing, i.e. a letter, note, epistle, book, etc.; plural learning
  • out G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • of Judæa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Judæa G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine
  • 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…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of the brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • that came G3854 (παραγίνομαι) — to become near, i.e. approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
  • shewed G518 (ἀπαγγέλλω) — to announce
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • harm G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • 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…

22 But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, it is known to us that everywhere it is spoken against.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • we desire G515 (ἀξιόω) — to deem entitled or fit
  • to hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • of G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • what G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou thinkest G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction)…
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • as G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • 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…
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • sect G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sect G139 (αἵρεσις) — properly, a choice, i.e. (specially) a party or (abstractly) disunion
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • know G1110 (γνωστός) — well-known
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • every where G3837 (πανταχοῦ) — universally
  • it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • spoken against G483 (ἀντιλέγω) — to dispute, refuse

23 And when they had appointed him a day, they came to him into his lodging in great number; to whom he expounded the matter, testifying the kingdom of God, and persuading them concerning Jesus, both from the law of Moses and from the prophets, from morning till evening.

Cross references & Strong's
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 they had appointed G5021 (τάσσω) — to arrange in an orderly manner, i.e. assign or dispose (to a certain position or lot)
  • 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
  • a 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…
  • there came G2240 (ἥκω) — to arrive, i.e. be present (literally or figuratively)
  • many G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
  • 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…
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • lodging G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lodging G3578 (ξενία) — hospitality, i.e. (by implication) a place of entertainment
  • to whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he expounded G1620 (ἐκτίθημι) — to expose; figuratively, to declare
  • and G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • testified G1263 (διαμαρτύρομαι) — to attest or protest earnestly, or (by implication) hortatively
  • the kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • persuading 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…
  • 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
  • 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…
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • both G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • out G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • of the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of 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…
  • of Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the prophets G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • morning G4404 (πρωΐ) — at dawn; by implication, the day-break watch
  • till G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • evening G2073 (ἑσπέρα)

24 And some believed the things which were spoken, and some disbelieved.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 13:48 · Acts 14:4 · Acts 17:4 · Acts 18:6 · Acts 19:8 · Romans 3:3 · Romans 11:4
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
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • some G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • believed 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…
  • the things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • which were spoken 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…
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • some G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • believed not G569 (ἀπιστέω) — to be unbelieving, i.e. (transitively) disbelieve, or (by implication) disobey

25 And when they agreed not among themselves, they departed after that Paul had spoken one word, Well spake the Holy Spirit through Isaiah the prophet unto your fathers,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 15:7 · Acts 28:29 · 2 Peter 1:21
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 G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • they agreed not G800 (ἀσύμφωνος) — inharmonious (figuratively)
  • among 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…
  • themselves G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • they departed G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • after that Paul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • after that Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • had spoken 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…
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • word G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negative naug…
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Well G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • the Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Ghost 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…
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Isaiah G2268 (Ἡσαΐας) — Hesaias (i.e. Jeshajah), an Israelite
  • the prophet G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prophet G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • 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…
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

26 saying, Go thou unto this people, and say, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall in no wise understand; And seeing ye shall see, and shall in no wise perceive:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • 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…
  • Go G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, 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…
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • 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)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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…
  • Hearing G189 (ἀκοή) — hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)
  • ye shall hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • shall G4920 (συνίημι) — to put together, i.e. (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • understand G4920 (συνίημι) — to put together, i.e. (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously
  • seeing G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • ye shall see G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • perceive G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear

27 For this people’s heart is waxed gross, And their ears are dull of hearing, And their eyes they have closed; Lest haply they should perceive with their eyes, And hear with their ears, And understand with their heart, And should turn again, And I should heal them.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Isaiah 6:10
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • of this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • 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)
  • is waxed gross G3975 (παχύνω) — to thicken, i.e. (by implication) to fatten (figuratively, stupefy or render callous)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • their ears G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • their ears G3775 (οὖς) — the ear (physically or mentally)
  • are G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • dull of G917 (βαρέως) — heavily (figuratively)
  • hearing G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • 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
  • eyes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • eyes G3788 (ὀφθαλμός) — the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
  • have they closed G2576 (καμμύω) — to shut down, i.e. close the eyes
  • lest G3379 (μήποτε) — not ever; also if (or lest) ever (or perhaps)
  • they should see G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • with G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • with G3788 (ὀφθαλμός) — the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
  • hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • with G3775 (οὖς) — the ear (physically or mentally)
  • ears G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ears G3775 (οὖς) — the ear (physically or mentally)
  • understand G4920 (συνίημι) — to put together, i.e. (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously
  • with G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • should be converted G1994 (ἐπιστρέφω) — to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)
  • I should heal G2390 (ἰάομαι) — to cure (literally or figuratively)
  • 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

28 Be it known therefore unto you, that this salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles: they will also hear.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Be it G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • known G1110 (γνωστός) — well-known
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the salvation G4992 (σωτήριον) — defender or (by implication) defence
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • is sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • unto the Gentiles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they 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
  • will hear it G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)

29

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:34 · Luke 12:51 · Acts 28:25
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when 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 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…
  • these words G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • departed G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • and had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • 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
  • reasoning G4803 (συζήτησις) — mutual questioning, i.e. discussion
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • 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.

30 And he abode two whole years in his own hired dwelling, and received all that went in unto him,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • 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
  • dwelt G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • two G1333 (διετία) — a space of two years (biennium)
  • whole G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • years G1333 (διετία) — a space of two years (biennium)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • hired house G3410 (μίσθωμα) — a rented building
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • received G588 (ἀποδέχομαι) — to take fully, i.e. welcome (persons), approve (things)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that came in G1531 (εἰσπορεύομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • 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

31 preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching the things concerning the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness, none forbidding him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Preaching G2784 (κηρύσσω) — to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the gospel)
  • the kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • teaching G1321 (διδάσκω) — to teach (in the same broad application)
  • those things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • which concern 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 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)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • confidence G3954 (παῤῥησία) — all out-spokenness, i.e. frankness, bluntness, publicity; by implication, assurance
  • no man forbidding him G209 (ἀκωλύτως) — in an unhindered manner, i.e. freely