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Acts 16:2 Cross-References
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“Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium.”
Acts 16:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 16:2
Which was well reported of by the brethren—Timothy (μαρτυρέω, martyreō, 'to bear witness/testify') had earned a sterling reputation among multiple congregations. The imperfect tense suggests ongoing, consistent testimony to his character. This public commendation was critical for Paul's apostolic team; unlike the contentious separation from Barnabas over John Mark (15:37-39), here Paul seeks a proven disciple.At Lystra and Iconium—Notably the very cities where Paul was stoned and left for dead (14:19). That Timothy's witness extended across both communities—about 18 miles apart—demonstrates ma...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 16:2
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“you have known the sacred writings which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith”
“if she has brought up children”
“and entered into Lydia's house. When they had seen the brothers”
“and had made many disciples”
“brothers”
“the elders obtained testimony.”
“to avoid falling into reproach and the snare of the devil.”
“and sufferings: those things that happened to me at Antioch”
“and came to Iconium.”
“and those that are otherwise can't be hidden.”