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Astonished by the Answer
Commentators highlight the deeply human and even humorous scene. The believers were praying earnestly for Peter's release, yet when he arrived, they were utterly astonished. This shows that even strong faith can be shocked by God's direct and miraculous intervention, reminding us that it's okay to be surprised by the very things we pray for.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 12:16
18th Century
Theologian
Were astonished. They were now convinced that it was Peter, and they were amazed that he had been rescued. They were still, of course, ign…
AT Robertson
On Acts 12:16
Continued knocking (επεμενεν κρουων). Imperfect active and present participle. Now all heard the knocking.
When the…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 12:16
Mary’s house must have been of some size, with a vestibule opening onto the street, a courtyard, and rear living quarters—not only were “many peopl…
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John Gill
On Acts 12:16
17th Century
Pastor
But Peter continued knocking That they might come to him, and let him in; beginning to be impatient, and being very desir…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 12:12–19
17th Century
Minister
God's providence leaves room for the use of our prudence, though he has undertaken to perform and perfect what he has begun. These Christians conti…