King James Version
What Does Acts 3:5 Mean?
“And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.”
Context
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Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms.
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And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us.
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And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.
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Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.
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And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ancle bones received strength.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**7-11. that disciple whom Jesus loved, said, It is the Lord--**again having the advantage of his brother in quickness of recognition (see on Joh 20:8), to be followed by an alacrity in Peter all his own.
**he was naked--**his vest only on, worn next the body.
**cast himself into the sea--**the shallow part, not more than a hundred yards from the water's edge (Joh 21:8), not meaning therefore to swim, but to get sooner to Jesus than in the full boat which they could hardly draw to shore.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
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 3:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.