King James Version
What Does Acts 10:19 Mean?
“While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee.”
Context
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Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean , behold , the men which were sent from Cornelius had made enquiry for Simon's house, and stood before the gate,
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And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there.
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While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee.
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Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them.
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Then Peter went down to the men which were sent unto him from Cornelius; and said, Behold, I am he whom ye seek: what is the cause wherefore ye are come?
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Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(19) **The Spirit said unto him, . . . .**—The words seem to imply a state of consciousness intermediate between the “trance” that had passed away and the normal state of every-day life. The “voice” no longer seemed to come from heaven to the outward ear, but was heard as not less divine in the secret recesses of his soul.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Acts 10:19 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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