ACTS 28:29 — KING JAMES VERSION 0
“And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves.”
After he said this, the Jews left, arguing sharply among themselves. - The assembly disperses with 'sharp argument' (polla logos machē met' allēlōn, polla logos machē met' allēlōn-'much arguing among themselves'). The division is deep and unresolved. Some may believe; others remain skeptical. Paul has spoken faithfully; the outcome rests with each hearer. Luke marks the ending of Jewish-Christian dialogue in Rome, with Paul having testified but the community divided.
Church Fathers on Acts 28:29
Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it. And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves. And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him. Amen. Acts 28:28-31 It shows the freedom…
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