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After they had spent some time there, they were sent back with greetings from the brothers to the apostles.
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The Meaning of 'In Peace'
Commentators explain that being 'dismissed in peace' was more than a simple goodbye. It was a formal, affectionate sending-off from the Antioch church, filled with blessings and well-wishes. It signified that the relationship was strong and that the delegates were sent away with the church's full support and gratitude for their successful mission.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
A space. For some time.
They were let go in peace. This expression implies that they departed with the affectionate regard…
Some time (χρονον). Accusative after ποιησαντες, "having done time." How long we do not know.
19th Century
Anglican
To the apostles.—The better manuscripts have simply, “to those that had sent them,” and omit Acts 15:34, which was probably added…
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After some time, Judas and Silas returned to Jerusalem with the commendation of the Antioch believers. Paul and Barnabas, however, remained at Syri…
16th Century
Protestant
They were let go in peace. That is, when they departed, the brethren, in taking their leave of them, wished them well, as friends usually …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And after they had stayed there a space How long is not certain; the Arabic version renders it "a year"; and it is p…
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Authorized to declare they were directed by the immediate influence of the Holy Spirit, the apostles and disciples were assured that it seemed good…
