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Unexpected Allies
The “Asiarchs” were wealthy, influential officials who presided over pagan religious festivals, including the worship of the emperor and Artemis. Commentators highlight the surprise that these men were Paul's friends, showing that God can raise up allies and protectors from the most unexpected places.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 19:31
18th Century
Theologian
Certain of the chief of Asia. twn asiarcwn. Of the Asiarchs. These were persons who presided over sacred things and over…
AT Robertson
On Acts 19:31
Certain also of the chief officers of Asia (τινες δε κα των Ασιαρχων). These "Asiarchs" were ten officers elected by cities in the…
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 19:31
19th Century
Bishop
And certain of the chiefs of Asia, which were his friends.—Better, Asiarchs. The title was an official one, appl…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 19:31
The riot faced Paul with an extremely serious situation. He wanted to appear before the assembly, doubtless believing that because of his Roman cit…
John Gill
On Acts 19:31
17th Century
Pastor
And certain of the chief of Asia
Or the Asiarchs; these were not princes of Asia, rulers or governors of provinces, …
Matthew Henry
On Acts 19:21–31
17th Century
Minister
People who came from afar to offer their devotions at the temple of Ephesus bought small silver shrines, or models of the temple, to take home with…