Albert Barnes Commentary Acts 11:25

"And he went forth to Tarsus to seek for Saul;" — Acts 11:25 (ASV)

Then departed, etc. The reason why Barnabas sought Saul is not known. It is probable, however, that it was because of the remarkable success he had in Antioch.

There was a great revival of religion, and there was a need for additional labor. In such situations, ministers of the gospel require additional help, just as people in harvest-time seek the assistance of others.

Saul was in this vicinity (Acts 9:30), and he was eminently suited to assist in this work. Barnabas was well acquainted with him (Acts 9:27), and probably there was no one else in that vicinity whom he could find.

To Tarsus. See Barnes on Acts 9:11.