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Acts 28:7 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Acts 28:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 28 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“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.”
Acts 28:7 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 28:7
In the same quarters were possessions (χωρία)—estates or landed property—of the chief man of the island (τῷ πρώτῳ τῆς νήσου), using 'prōtos' (first/foremost), likely the Roman governor or highest-ranking official. Whose name was Publius—a Latin praenomen suggesting Roman citizenship and authority. Archaeological evidence confirms 'First Man' as Malta's official title for its governor. Who received us, and lodged us three days courteously (φιλοφρόνως ἐξένισεν)—the adverb 'philophronōs' emphasizes gracious, warm hospitality beyond duty. Publius hosted 276 shipwreck survivors, displaying remarkab...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 28:7
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“and he who receives me receives him who sent me.”
“and received us all”
“Sergius Paulus”
“came down”
“the Jews with one accord rose up against Paul and brought him before the judgment seat”
“that they might set Paul on one”