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Acts 28:15 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Acts 28:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 28 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage.”
Acts 28:15 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 28:15
When the brethren heard of us—News of Paul's arrival spread rapidly through Italy's Christian network. Believers traveled 40 miles south to Appii forum and 33 miles to The three taverns to meet Paul's company. This sacrificial journey demonstrated the Roman church's love for an apostle they'd never met but knew through his epistle (written 3-4 years earlier).Whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage (ἔλαβεν θάρσος, elaben tharsos)—Even apostles needed encouragement. The Greek θάρσος (tharsos) means confidence or boldness restored. Their presence confirmed that Paul's ministry in Rom...
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Cross-References for Acts 28:15
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“as bound with them; and those who are ill-treated”
“I will come to you. For I hope to see you on my journey”
“and went out to meet him”
“and let your heart take courage. Yes”
“Cornelius met him”
“we departed and went on our journey. They all”
“Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land”
“and he said”
“neither be dismayed: for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”