King James Version

What Does Acts 15:35 Mean?

Acts 15:35 in the King James Version says “Paul also and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also. — study this verse from Acts chapter 15 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

Paul also and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also.

Acts 15:35 · KJV


Context

33

And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles.

34

Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.

35

Paul also and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also.

36

And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do.

37

And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Paul and Barnabas 'continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also.' The combination of 'teaching' (didaskō - systematic instruction) and 'preaching' (euangelizō - proclaiming good news) represents comprehensive ministry. The involvement of 'many others' shows the multi-elder pattern in early churches.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Antioch had become a major Christian center with multiple teachers and preachers. This robust leadership team enabled the church's continued growth and missionary sending.

Reflection Questions

  1. How do teaching and preaching complement each other in ministry?
  2. What benefits come from multiple leaders serving together?
  3. How can you contribute to the teaching ministry of your local church?

Original Language Analysis

Greek · 18 words
Παῦλος1 of 18

Paul

G3972

(little; but remotely from a derivative of g3973, meaning the same); paulus, the name of a roman and of an apostle

δὲ2 of 18

also

G1161

but, and, etc

καὶ3 of 18

also

G2532

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

Βαρναβᾶς4 of 18

Barnabas

G921

son of nabas (i.e., prophecy); barnabas, an israelite

διέτριβον5 of 18

continued

G1304

to wear through (time), i.e., remain

ἐν6 of 18

in

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

Ἀντιοχείᾳ7 of 18

Antioch

G490

antioch (antiochia), a place in syria

διδάσκοντες8 of 18

teaching

G1321

to teach (in the same broad application)

καὶ9 of 18

also

G2532

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

εὐαγγελιζόμενοι10 of 18

preaching

G2097

to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel

μετὰ11 of 18

with

G3326

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

καὶ12 of 18

also

G2532

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

ἑτέρων13 of 18

others

G2087

(an-, the) other or different

πολλῶν14 of 18

many

G4183

(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

τὸν15 of 18
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

λόγον16 of 18

the word

G3056

something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a

τοῦ17 of 18
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

κυρίου18 of 18

of the Lord

G2962

supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Acts. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Acts 15:35 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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