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Seeing then that these things can`t be denied, you ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rash.

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Prudence for God's Purpose

Commentators note the town clerk's speech was an act of 'worldly prudence.' His primary motive was likely political—to maintain civic order and avoid trouble with Rome—rather than deep religious devotion. He skillfully used the crowd's own beliefs to de-escalate the riot, showing how God can use secular authorities and practical wisdom to protect His people.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Acts 19:36

18th Century

Theologian

Seeing then, etc. Since this is established and admitted. Since no one can question the zeal of the Ephesians on this subject, or doubt th…

AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Acts 19:36

Cannot be gainsaid (αναντιρητων ουν οντων). Genitive absolute with ουν (therefore). Undeniable (αν, αντι, ρητος), verbal adjective…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Acts 19:36

19th Century

Bishop

Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against . . .—The language of the town-clerk has the ring of an official a…

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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Acts 19:36

The “city clerk” of Ephesus was the chief executive officer of the assembly. He came to his position from within the assembly and was not appointed…

John Gill

John Gill

On Acts 19:36

17th Century

Pastor

Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against ,
&c.] This officer intimates, in order to quiet the mob, and…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Acts 19:32–41

17th Century

Minister

The Jews came forward in this tumult. Those who are so careful to distinguish themselves from the servants of Christ now, and are afraid of being m…

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