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Personal Confirmation
The Jerusalem council didn't just send a letter; they sent trusted leaders, Judas and Silas. Commentators explain their role was to personally confirm and explain the letter's contents. This dual approach of a written document and a verbal witness added weight, authenticity, and a personal touch to the council's decision, ensuring the message was received with clarity and trust.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 15:27
18th Century
Theologian
The same things. The same things that we wrote to you. They will confirm all by their own statements.
AT Robertson
On Acts 15:27
Who themselves also shall tell you the same things by word of mouth (κα αυτους δια λογου απαγγελλοντας τα αυτα). Literally, "they …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 15:27
With Judas, Silas, Paul, and Barnabas, who were going to Antioch, the Jerusalem church sent a letter, recorded here in Ac 15. The placing of “broth…
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John Gill
On Acts 15:27
17th Century
Pastor
We have sent therefore Judas and Silas
The chosen men before mentioned,
who shall also tell you t…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 15:22–35
17th Century
Minister
Authorized to declare they were directed by the immediate influence of the Holy Spirit, the apostles and disciples were assured that it seemed good…