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A Miraculous Recovery
Most commentators (like Calvin and Gill) see Paul's recovery as a clear miracle. After being stoned and left for dead, he not only gets up but is strong enough to travel a significant distance the next day. Whether a direct miracle or a divinely-aided natural recovery, scholars agree this event demonstrates God's power to preserve His servants to complete their mission.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 14:20
18th Century
Theologian
Howbeit. But; this was notwithstanding the supposition that he was dead.
As the disciples stood round about him. It would …
AT Robertson
On Acts 14:20
Stood round about him (κυκλωσαντων αυτον). Genitive absolute with first aorist active participle of κυκλοω, old verb from κυκλος (…
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 14:20
19th Century
Bishop
Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him.—They, it is obvious, had been powerless to prevent the attack; but they …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 14:20
Later on certain Jews from Pisidian Antioch and Iconium, disaffected with Paul and Barnabas, came to Lystra to spread their views. Complaining firs…
John Calvin
On Acts 14:20
16th Century
Theologian
As the disciples. Though no one defended Paul, Luke shows that the godly were eager for his safety; yet they moderated themselves, so that…
John Gill
On Acts 14:20
17th Century
Pastor
However as the disciples stood round about him
Weeping over him, and lamenting for him, and it may be praying to God…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 14:19–28
17th Century
Minister
See how restless the rage of the Jews was against the gospel of Christ. The people stoned Paul in a popular tumult. So strong is the inclination of…