Were (υπηρχεν). Imperfect of υπαρχω in sense of ην, to exist, be. Fish are not mentioned, perhaps because the sheet had no water, …

Wherein, etc. This particular vision was suggested by Peter's hunger (Acts 10:10). It was designed, however, to teach him an i…

All manner of four-footed beasts . . .—The classification seems to imply the sheep, the oxen, or the swine that were used…

Though Peter was not by training or inclination an overly scrupulous Jew, and though as a Christian his inherited prejudices were wearing thin, he …

If anyone asks how Peter could see a great multitude of living creatures at once, the question is easily answered. For Luke says, All manner,