“In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously.”
Near that place was an estate of Publius, the chief official of the island. He welcomed us to his home and for three days entertained us hospitably. - 'Publius' (Publios, Publios-actually 'Poplius,' a Roman name), described as 'the chief official' (prōtos, prōtos-'first,' implying Roman authority), 'welcomed us to his home' (hypodechomai, hypodechomai-'receive as guest'). His 'three days' (treis hēmeras, treis hēmeras) of 'hospitable entertainment' (philophronōs, philophronōs-'with friendly conduct') provide shelter and restoration. Publius's status and generosity mirror Julius's earlier kindness toward Paul. Luke shows that Paul draws out generosity and protection from authority figures.
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