Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Acts 28:2 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Acts 28:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 28 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold.”
Acts 28:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 28:2
The barbarous people (οἱ βάρβαροι)—Not 'barbarian' in our sense, but non-Greek speakers, those whose language sounded like 'bar-bar' to Greek ears. Luke's account respectfully notes they shewed us no little kindness (παρεῖχον φιλανθρωπίαν), using 'philanthrōpia' (love of humanity). Despite cultural differences, these Maltese displayed compassion exceeding many 'civilized' people. They kindled a fire addresses immediate physical need after the shipwreck. The phrase because of the present rain, and because of the cold explains their urgent hospitality—late autumn storms made fires essential for ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 28:2
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“for in doing so”
“both to the wise and to the foolish.”
“circumcision and uncircumcision”
“they said one to another”
“in watchings often”
“hold back those who are staggering to the slaughter!”
“most certainly I tell you he will in no way lose his reward.,And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward.,,,,,,,,”
“I would be to him who speaks a foreigner”
“we touched at Sidon. Julius treated Paul kindly”
“and you shall love him as yourself; for you lived as foreigners in the land of Egypt. I am Yahweh your God.”