Paul was suffered to abide by himself (επετραπη τω Παυλω μενειν καθ' εαυτον). Second aorist passive of επιτρεπο, to permit or allo…

The captain of the guard. The commander of the Praetorian cohort, or guard. The custom was that those who were sent from the provinces to …

And when we came to Rome.—This journey led them through Aricia (now La Riccia), where they would probably stop e…

And when we came to Rome, the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard: but Paul was suffered to dwell by himself with a s…

At Rome, Paul was allowed to live in private quarters, though a soldier guarded him at all times. The chain he wore (v.20) was probably attached to…

The centurion delivered the prisoners. Luke signifies that Paul had more liberty granted to him than the rest, for his condition and situa…

And when we came to Rome
To the city itself:

The common events of traveling are seldom worthy of being told; but the comfort of communion with the saints, and kindness shown by friends, deserv…