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Acts 9

1 But Saul, yet breathing threatening and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest,

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.
  • Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • yet G2089 (ἔτι) — "yet," still (of time or degree)
  • breathing out G1709 (ἐμπνέω) — to inhale, i.e. (figuratively) to be animated by (bent upon)
  • threatenings G547 (ἀπειλή) — a menace
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • slaughter G5408 (φόνος) — murder
  • against G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • went unto G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • the high priest G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the high priest G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest

2 and asked of him letters to Damascus unto the synagogues, that if he found any that were of the Way, whether men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And desired G154 (αἰτέω) — to ask (in genitive case)
  • 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)…
  • 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
  • letters G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria
  • 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 synagogues G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the synagogues G4864 (συναγωγή) — an assemblage of persons; specially, a Jewish "synagogue" (the meeting or the place); by analogy, a Christian church
  • that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • he found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of this way G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of this way G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • whether G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • they were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • or G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • women G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • he might bring G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • them bound G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • unto 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

3 And as he journeyed, it came to pass that he drew nigh unto Damascus: and suddenly there shone round about him a light out of heaven:

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.
  • as G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • he journeyed G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • 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
  • came G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • near G1448 (ἐγγίζω) — to make near, i.e. (reflexively) approach
  • Damascus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • suddenly G1810 (ἐξαίφνης) — of a sudden (unexpectedly)
  • there shined round about G4015 (περιαστράπτω) — to flash all around, i.e. envelop in light
  • 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 light G5457 (φῶς) — luminousness (in the widest application, natural or artificial, abstract or concrete, literal or figurative)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • heaven G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)

4 and he fell upon the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?

Cross references & Strong's
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 fell G4098 (πίπτω) — to fall (literally or figuratively)
  • to 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 earth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the earth G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
  • and heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • a voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • 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…
  • unto 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
  • Saul G4549 (Σαούλ) — Saul (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • persecutest thou G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

5 And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest:

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.
  • 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…
  • Who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • art thou G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • 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…
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • persecutest G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute
  • hard G4642 (σκληρός) — dry, i.e. hard or tough (figuratively, harsh, severe)
  • for thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to kick G2979 (λακτίζω) — to recalcitrate
  • 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…
  • the pricks G2759 (κέντρον) — a point ("centre"), i.e. a sting (figuratively, poison) or goad (figuratively, divine impulse)

6 but rise, and enter into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • he trembling G5141 (τρέμω) — to "tremble" or fear
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • astonished G2284 (θαμβέω) — to stupefy (with surprise), i.e. astound
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • wilt thou G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • have G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Arise G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • go 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 city G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the city G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)
  • it shall be told G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • must G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

7 And the men that journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing the voice, but beholding no man.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Daniel 10:7 · Matthew 24:40 · Acts 22:9 · Acts 26:13
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • journeyed G4922 (συνοδεύω) — to travel in company with
  • with 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
  • stood G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • speechless G1769 (ἐννεός) — dumb (as making signs), i.e. silent from astonishment
  • hearing G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • a voice G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • seeing G2334 (θεωρέω) — to be a spectator of, i.e. discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))
  • no man G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

8 And Saul arose from the earth; and when his eyes were opened, he saw nothing; and they led him by the hand, and brought him into Damascus.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 19:11 · Exodus 4:11 · 2 Kings 6:17 · Acts 9:18 · Acts 13:11 · Acts 22:11
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Saul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • arose G1453 (ἐγείρω) — to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e. rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from obscurity…
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the earth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the earth G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
  • and when G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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
  • 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)
  • were opened G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)
  • he saw G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • no man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they led G5496 (χειραγωγέω) — to be a hand-leader, i.e. to guide (a blind person)
  • 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 G5496 (χειραγωγέω) — to be a hand-leader, i.e. to guide (a blind person)
  • and brought G1521 (εἰσάγω) — to introduce (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
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria

9 And he was three days without sight, and did neither eat nor drink.

Cross references & Strong's
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 was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • 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…
  • without G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • sight G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • neither G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • did eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • nor G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • drink G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)

10 Now there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and the Lord said unto him in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord.

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.
  • there was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • disciple G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria
  • named G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Ananias G367 (Ἀνανίας) — Ananias, the name of three Israelites
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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…
  • 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
  • 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…
  • 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)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a vision G3705 (ὅραμα) — something gazed at, i.e. a spectacle (especially supernatural)
  • 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…
  • Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

11 And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go to the street which is called Straight, and inquire in the house of Judas for one named Saul, a man of Tarsus: for behold, he prayeth;

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.
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • 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
  • Arise G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • and go G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • into 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 street G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the street G4505 (ῥύμη) — an alley or avenue (as crowded)
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • is called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • Straight G2117 (εὐθύς) — straight, i.e. (literally) level, or (figuratively) true; adverbially (of time) at once
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • enquire G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the house G3614 (οἰκία) — properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
  • of Judas G2455 (Ἰούδας) — Judas (i.e. Jehudah), the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region
  • for G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • called G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • of Tarsus G5018 (Ταρσεύς) — a Tarsean, i.e. native of Tarsus
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • he prayeth G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship

12 and he hath seen a man named Ananias coming in, and laying his hands on him, that he might receive his sight.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 9:10 · Acts 9:17
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
  • hath seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a vision G3705 (ὅραμα) — something gazed at, i.e. a spectacle (especially supernatural)
  • a man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • named G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Ananias G367 (Ἀνανίας) — Ananias, the name of three Israelites
  • coming in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • putting G2007 (ἐπιτίθημι) — to impose (in a friendly or hostile sense)
  • hand 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
  • that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • he might receive his sight G308 (ἀναβλέπω) — to look up; by implication, to recover sight

13 But Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard from many of this man, how much evil he did to thy saints at Jerusalem:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Ananias G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Ananias G367 (Ἀνανίας) — Ananias, the name of three Israelites
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • I have heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • by G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • 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
  • 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…
  • 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)
  • how much G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious
  • he hath done G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • to thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine

14 and here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call upon thy name.

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • here G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • 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)
  • authority G1849 (ἐξουσία) — privilege, i.e. (subjectively) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery (concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token of control…
  • from 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)…
  • the chief priests G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the chief priests G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • to bind G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that call on G1941 (ἐπικαλέομαι) — to entitle; by implication, to invoke (for aid, worship, testimony, decision, etc.)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

15 But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles and kings, and the children of Israel:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Go thy way G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a chosen G1589 (ἐκλογή) — (divine) selection (abstractly or concretely)
  • vessel G4632 (σκεῦος) — a vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus (literally or figuratively [specially, a wife as contributing to the usefulness of the husband])
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to bear G941 (βαστάζω) — to lift, literally or figuratively (endure, declare, sustain, receive, etc.)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • before G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • 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
  • kings G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • and G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • the children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)

16 for I will show him how many things he must suffer for my name’s sake.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • will shew G5263 (ὑποδείκνυμι) — to exhibit under the eyes, i.e. (figuratively) to exemplify (instruct, admonish)
  • 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
  • how great things G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • 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
  • must G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)
  • suffer G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • name’s sake G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name’s sake G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

17 And Ananias departed, and entered into the house; and laying his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, who appeared unto thee in the way which thou camest, hath sent me, that thou mayest receive thy sight, and be filled with the Holy Spirit.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Ananias G367 (Ἀνανίας) — Ananias, the name of three Israelites
  • went his way G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • 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 house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3614 (οἰκία) — properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
  • putting his G2007 (ἐπιτίθημι) — to impose (in a friendly or hostile sense)
  • hands G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hands G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • 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…
  • 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
  • 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…
  • Brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • Saul G4549 (Σαούλ) — Saul (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • 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
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • appeared G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • unto thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the way G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the way G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • as G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou camest G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • hath sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • thou mightest receive thy sight G308 (ἀναβλέπω) — to look up; by implication, to recover sight
  • be filled G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • with the Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • 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…

18 And straightway there fell from his eyes as it were scales, and he received his sight; and he arose and was baptized;

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • immediately G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • there fell G634 (ἀποπίπτω) — to fall off
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • as it had been G5616 (ὡσεί) — as if
  • scales G3013 (λεπίς) — a flake
  • and G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • he received sight G308 (ἀναβλέπω) — to look up; by implication, to recover sight
  • forthwith G3916 (παραχρῆμα) — at the thing itself, i.e. instantly
  • arose G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • and was baptized G907 (βαπτίζω) — to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e. fully wet); used only (in the New Testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordinance of…

19 and he took food and was strengthened. And he was certain days with the disciples that were at Damascus.

Cross references & Strong's
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 he had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • meat G5160 (τροφή) — nourishment (literally or figuratively); by implication, rations (wages)
  • he was strengthened G1765 (ἐνισχύω) — to invigorate (transitively or reflexively)
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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.)
  • Saul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • 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…
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • which were G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria

20 And straightway in the synagogues he proclaimed Jesus, that he is the Son of God.

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • straightway G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • he preached G2784 (κηρύσσω) — to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the gospel)
  • Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the synagogues G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the synagogues G4864 (συναγωγή) — an assemblage of persons; specially, a Jewish "synagogue" (the meeting or the place); by analogy, a Christian church
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • 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

21 And all that heard him were amazed, and said, Is not this he that in Jerusalem made havoc of them that called on this name? and he had come hither for this intent, that he might bring them bound before the chief priests.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • were amazed G1839 (ἐξίστημι) — to put (stand) out of wits, i.e. astound, or (reflexively) become astounded, insane
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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…
  • Is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • destroyed G4199 (πορθέω) — to ravage (figuratively)
  • them which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • called on G1941 (ἐπικαλέομαι) — to entitle; by implication, to invoke (for aid, worship, testimony, decision, etc.)
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • hither G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • that intent G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • he might bring G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • 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
  • bound G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • unto 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 chief priests G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the chief priests G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest

22 But Saul increased the more in strength, and confounded the Jews that dwelt at Damascus, proving that this is the Christ.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • increased G1743 (ἐνδυναμόω) — to empower
  • the more G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in a greater degree) or rather
  • in strength G1743 (ἐνδυναμόω) — to empower
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • confounded G4797 (συγχέω) — to commingle promiscuously, i.e. (figuratively) to throw (an assembly) into disorder, to perplex (the mind)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • dwelt G2730 (κατοικέω) — to house permanently, i.e. reside (literally or figuratively)
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria
  • proving G4822 (συμβιβάζω) — causative (by reduplication) of the base of ); to drive together, i.e. unite (in association or affection), (mentally) to infer, show, teach
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • very G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

23 And when many days were fulfilled, the Jews took counsel together to kill 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.
  • after that G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • many G2425 (ἱκανός) — competent (as if coming in season), i.e. ample (in amount) or fit (in character)
  • 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…
  • were fulfilled G4137 (πληρόω) — to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute (an offi…
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah
  • took counsel G4823 (συμβουλεύω) — to give (or take) advice jointly, i.e. recommend, deliberate or determine
  • to kill 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

24 but their plot became known to Saul. And they watched the gates also day and night that they might kill him:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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
  • laying await G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • laying await G1917 (ἐπιβουλή) — a plan against someone, i.e. a plot
  • was known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • of Saul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • And G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • they watched G3906 (παρατηρέω) — to inspect alongside, i.e. note insidiously or scrupulously
  • the gates G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the gates G4439 (πύλη) — a gate, i.e. the leaf or wing of a folding entrance (literally or figuratively)
  • G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • 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…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • to G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or actual)
  • kill 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

25 but his disciples took him by night, and let him down through the wall, lowering him in a basket.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Joshua 2:15 · 1 Samuel 19:11 · 2 Corinthians 11:33
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • 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 night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • and let G2524 (καθίημι) — and (to send); to lower
  • down G5465 (χαλάω) — to lower (as into a void)
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the wall G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wall G5038 (τεῖχος) — a wall (as formative of a house)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • a basket G4711 (σπυρίς) — a hamper or lunch-receptacle

26 And when he was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples: and they were all afraid of him, not believing that he was a disciple.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when Saul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • when Saul G4569 (Σαῦλος) — Saulus (i.e. Shaul), the Jewish name of Paul
  • was come G3854 (παραγίνομαι) — to become near, i.e. approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
  • to 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
  • he assayed G3987 (πειράω) — to test (subjectively), i.e. (reflexively) to attempt
  • to join himself G2853 (κολλάω) — to glue, i.e. (passively or reflexively) to stick (figuratively)
  • to the disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • but G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they were G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • afraid G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • of 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 believed G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a disciple G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil

27 But Barnabas took him, and brought him to the apostles, and declared unto them how he had seen the Lord in the way, and that he had spoken to him, and how at Damascus he had preached boldly in the name of Jesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Barnabas G921 (Βαρνάβας) — son of Nabas (i.e. prophecy); Barnabas, an Israelite
  • 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
  • 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 apostles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the apostles G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous powers)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • declared G1334 (διηγέομαι) — to relate fully
  • 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
  • how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • he had seen G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • 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)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the way G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the way G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he had spoken to G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • he had preached boldly G3955 (παῤῥησιάζομαι) — to be frank in utterance, or confident in spirit and demeanor
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Damascus G1154 (Δαμασκός) — Damascus, a city of Syria
  • the name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • of Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

28 And he was with them going in and going out at Jerusalem,

Cross references & Strong's
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 was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • 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
  • coming in G1531 (εἰσπορεύομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • going out G1607 (ἐκπορεύομαι) — to depart, be discharged, proceed, project
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine

29 preaching boldly in the name of the Lord: and he spake and disputed against the Grecian Jews; but they were seeking to kill him.

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • he spake boldly G3955 (παῤῥησιάζομαι) — to be frank in utterance, or confident in spirit and demeanor
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of 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
  • and G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
  • G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • disputed G4802 (συζητέω) — to investigate jointly, i.e. discuss, controvert, cavil
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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…
  • the Grecians G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Grecians G1675 (Ἑλληνιστής) — a Hellenist or Greek-speaking Jew
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they went about G2021 (ἐπιχειρέω) — to put the hand upon, i.e. undertake
  • to slay 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

30 And when the brethren knew it, they brought him down to Cæsarea, and sent him forth to Tarsus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • when G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • knew G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω) — to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
  • they brought 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
  • 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 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
  • sent G1821 (ἐξαποστέλλω) — to send away forth, i.e. (on a mission) to despatch, or (peremptorily) to dismiss
  • forth G1821 (ἐξαποστέλλω) — to send away forth, i.e. (on a mission) to despatch, or (peremptorily) to dismiss
  • Tarsus G5019 (Ταρσός) — Tarsus, a place in Asia Minor

31 So the church throughout all Judæa and Galilee and Samaria had peace, being edified; and, walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, was multiplied.

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or sain…
  • rest G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
  • throughout G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • Judæa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Judæa G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Galilee G1056 (Γαλιλαία) — Galilæa (i.e. the heathen circle), a region of Palestine
  • Samaria G4540 (Σαμάρεια) — Samaria (i.e. Shomeron), a city and region of Palestine
  • and were edified G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or (figuratively) confirm
  • walking G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • in the fear G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in the fear G5401 (φόβος) — alarm or fright
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • in the comfort G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in the comfort G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
  • of the Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • 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…
  • were multiplied G4129 (πληθύνω) — to increase (transitively or intransitively)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)

32 And it came to pass, as Peter went throughout all parts, he came down also to the saints that dwelt at Lydda.

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.
  • 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.)
  • as Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • passed G1330 (διέρχομαι) — to traverse (literally)
  • throughout G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • he came down G2718 (κατέρχομαι) — to come (or go) down (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
  • 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 saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • dwelt G2730 (κατοικέω) — to house permanently, i.e. reside (literally or figuratively)
  • at Lydda G3069 (Λύδδα) — Lydda (i.e. Lod), a place in Palestine

33 And there he found a certain man named Aeneas, who had kept his bed eight years; for he was palsied.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 13:16 · Acts 3:2 · Acts 4:22 · Acts 14:8
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
  • he found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • a certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • named G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Æneas G132 (Αἰνέας) — Ænĕas, an Israelite
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • had kept his G2621 (κατάκειμαι) — to lie down, i.e. (by implication) be sick; specially, to recline at a meal
  • 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…
  • bed G2895 (κράββατος) — a mattress
  • G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • eight G3638 (ὀκτώ) — "eight"
  • years G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • and was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • sick of the palsy G3886 (παραλύω) — to loosen beside, i.e. relax (perfect passive participle, paralyzed or enfeebled)

34 And Peter said unto him, Aeneas, Jesus Christ healeth thee: arise, and make thy bed. And straightway he arose.

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • Peter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • 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 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
  • Æneas G132 (Αἰνέας) — Ænĕas, an Israelite
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • maketh G2390 (ἰάομαι) — to cure (literally or figuratively)
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • whole G2390 (ἰάομαι) — to cure (literally or figuratively)
  • arise G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • make G4766 (στρώννυμι) — to "strew," i.e. spread (as a carpet or couch)
  • thy G4572 (σεαυτοῦ) — of (with, to) thyself
  • bed G4766 (στρώννυμι) — to "strew," i.e. spread (as a carpet or couch)
  • he arose G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • immediately G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon

35 And all that dwelt at Lydda and in Sharon saw him, and they turned to the Lord.

Cross references & Strong's
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
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • dwelt G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • dwelt G2730 (κατοικέω) — to house permanently, i.e. reside (literally or figuratively)
  • at Lydda G3069 (Λύδδα) — Lydda (i.e. Lod), a place in Palestine
  • Saron G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Saron G4565 (Σάρων) — Saron (i.e. Sharon), a district of Palestine
  • saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • 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 turned G1994 (ἐπιστρέφω) — to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)
  • to 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 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)

36 Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • there was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Joppa G2445 (Ἰόππη) — Joppe (i.e. Japho), a place in Palestine
  • a certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • disciple G3102 (μαθήτρια) — a female pupil
  • named G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • Tabitha G5000 (Ταβιθά) — the gazelle; Tabitha (i.e. Tabjetha), a Christian female
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • by interpretation G1329 (διερμηνεύω) — to explain thoroughly, by implication, to translate
  • is called 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…
  • Dorcas G1393 (Δορκάς) — gazelle; Dorcas, a Christian woman
  • this woman G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • full G4134 (πλήρης) — replete, or covered over; by analogy, complete
  • of good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • almsdeeds G1654 (ἐλεημοσύνη) — compassionateness, i.e. (as exercised towards the poor) beneficence, or (concretely) a benefaction
  • she did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

37 And it came to pass in those days, that she fell sick, and died: and when they had washed her, they laid her in an upper chamber.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 1:13 · Acts 9:39 · Acts 20:8
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.)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • those G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • 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…
  • that she 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 sick G770 (ἀσθενέω) — to be feeble (in any sense)
  • and died G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • whom G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when they had washed G3068 (λούω) — to bathe (the whole person; whereas means to wet a part only, and to wash, cleanse garments exclusively)
  • 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
  • laid G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • an upper chamber G5253 (ὑπερῷον) — a higher part of the house, i.e. apartment in the third story

38 And as Lydda was nigh unto Joppa, the disciples, hearing that Peter was there, sent two men unto him, entreating him, Delay not to come on unto us.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Kings 4:28 · Acts 9:32 · Acts 9:36 · Acts 11:26
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • forasmuch as G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Lydda G3069 (Λύδδα) — Lydda (i.e. Lod), a place in Palestine
  • was nigh G1451 (ἐγγύς) — near (literally or figuratively, of place or time)
  • to Joppa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to Joppa G2445 (Ἰόππη) — Joppe (i.e. Japho), a place in Palestine
  • and G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • the disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • had heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • there 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 sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) 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
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • desiring G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • that G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • he would G3635 (ὀκνέω) — to be slow (figuratively, loath)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • delay G3635 (ὀκνέω) — to be slow (figuratively, loath)
  • to come G1330 (διέρχομαι) — to traverse (literally)
  • to G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • 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

39 And Peter arose and went with them. And when he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and showing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • arose G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • and went G4905 (συνέρχομαι) — to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)
  • 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
  • When G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he was come G3854 (παραγίνομαι) — to become near, i.e. approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
  • they brought him G321 (ἀνάγω) — to lead up; by extension to bring out; specially, to sail away
  • 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 upper chamber G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the upper chamber G5253 (ὑπερῷον) — a higher part of the house, i.e. apartment in the third story
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the widows G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the widows G5503 (χήρα) — a widow (as lacking a husband), literally or figuratively
  • 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
  • weeping G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather to cry silently)
  • shewing G1925 (ἐπιδείκνυμι) — to exhibit (physically or mentally)
  • the coats G5509 (χιτών) — a tunic or shirt
  • garments G2440 (ἱμάτιον) — a dress (inner or outer)
  • which G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • Dorcas G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Dorcas G1393 (Δορκάς) — gazelle; Dorcas, a Christian woman
  • made G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • while she was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…

40 But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning to the body, he said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes; and when she saw Peter, she sat up.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Peter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • put them G1544 (ἐκβάλλω) — to eject (literally or figuratively)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • forth G1854 (ἔξω) — out(-side, of doors), literally or figuratively
  • G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • and kneeled down G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • and kneeled down G1119 (γόνυ) — the "knee"
  • and prayed G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • turning G1994 (ἐπιστρέφω) — to revert (literally, figuratively or morally)
  • 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 body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • 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…
  • Tabitha G5000 (Ταβιθά) — the gazelle; Tabitha (i.e. Tabjetha), a Christian female
  • arise G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • she opened G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)
  • her 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)
  • when she saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • she sat up G339 (ἀνακαθίζω) — properly, to set up, i.e. (reflexively) to sit up

41 And he gave her his hand, and raised her up; and calling the saints and widows, he presented her alive.

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.
  • he gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • her 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 G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • and lifted G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • up G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • when he had called G5455 (φωνέω) — to emit a sound (animal, human or instrumental); by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation
  • the saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • widows G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • widows G5503 (χήρα) — a widow (as lacking a husband), literally or figuratively
  • 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…
  • alive G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)

42 And it became known throughout all Joppa: and many believed on the Lord.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 9:35 · Acts 11:21 · Acts 19:17
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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.)
  • known G1110 (γνωστός) — well-known
  • throughout G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • Joppa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Joppa G2445 (Ἰόππη) — Joppe (i.e. Japho), a place in Palestine
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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
  • believed G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • in 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 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)

43 And it came to pass, that he abode many days in Joppa with one Simon a tanner.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 10:6 · Acts 10:32
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 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
  • tarried G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • many G2425 (ἱκανός) — competent (as if coming in season), i.e. ample (in amount) or fit (in character)
  • 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…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Joppa G2445 (Ἰόππη) — Joppe (i.e. Japho), a place in Palestine
  • with 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)…
  • one G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • Simon G4613 (Σίμων) — Simon (i.e. Shimon), the name of nine Israelites
  • a tanner G1038 (βυρσεύς) — a tanner