But Saul, who is also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, fastened his eyes on him,

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A.T. Robertson

A.T. Robertson

A.T.Robertson

19th Century
Southern Baptist
19th Century

But Saul, who is also called Paul (Σαυλος δε, ο κα Παυλος). By this remarkably brief phrase Luke presents this epoch in the life o…

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Then Saul, (who also is called Paul). This is the last time this apostle is called Saul. Henceforth, he is desi…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Then Saul (who also is called Paul): It is impossible not to connect the mention, and probably the assumption, of the new name wit…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor'sBible Commentary

20th Century
20th Century

From Salamis, Barnabas and Saul traveled throughout the island of Cyprus, continuing to preach within the Jewish synagogues to both Jews and “Godfe…

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

And Saul, who was also called Paul. Luke now shows how God broke the bond in which the deputy was bound. For since he was too devoted to t…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Then Saul (who also is called Paul)
He was called by both these names; as he was a Jew by birth, his parents called …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Satan is in a particular way busy with great men and men in power, to keep them from being religious, for their example will influence many.

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