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even Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed him with the Holy Spirit and with power, who went about doing good, and healing all who were oppressed by the devil; for God was with him.
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The Meaning of "Anointed"
Commentators explain that when Peter says Jesus was "anointed," he is declaring Jesus as the "Christ" or "Messiah" (which means "Anointed One"). This anointing was not with literal oil, but with the Holy Spirit and divine power from God the Father. This act officially set Jesus apart and equipped Him for His mission of salvation, confirming His identity as the promised King and Priest.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
How God anointed, etc. This means God set Him apart for this work and was with Him, acknowledging Him as the Messiah.
With the …
Jesus of Nazareth (Ιησουν τον απο Ναζαρεθ). Jesus the one from Nazareth, the article before the city identifying him clearly. The …
19th Century
Anglican
How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth.—In the Greek structure, the name stands in apposition with the "word" in the two prev…
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Peter begins his sermon with a resume of Jesus’ life and work during his earthly ministry. Though Peter assumes that his hearers already know somet…
16th Century
Protestant
Jesus of Nazareth. He calls him a Nazarite here, not because he was born there, but because he came from there to execute his office; agai…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth And so declared him to be the Messiah, that was promised to the Jews, and expecte…
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