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We have sent therefore Judas and Silas, who themselves will also tell you the same things by word of mouth.
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
The same things. The same things that we wrote to you. They will confirm all by their own statements.
Who themselves also shall tell you the same things by word of mouth (κα αυτους δια λογου απαγγελλοντας τα αυτα). Literally, "they …
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
We have sent therefore Judas and Silas The chosen men before mentioned,
who shall also tell you t…
Authorized to declare they were directed by the immediate influence of the Holy Spirit, the apostles and disciples were assured that it seemed good…
