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saying, "What will we do to these men? Because indeed a notable miracle has been done through them, as can be plainly seen by all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we can`t deny it.
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Evidence vs. Expediency
The Sanhedrin's private debate reveals a heart hardened against God. Commentators note they didn't seek truth but political expediency. Faced with an undeniable miracle, their question wasn't "Is this from God?" but "How do we stop this?" This shows that even clear evidence of God's power may not convince those whose power and position are threatened by the truth.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
What shall we do to these men? The object they had in view was evidently to prevent their preaching. The miracle was performed an…
What shall we do? (Τ ποιησωμεν). Deliberative aorist active subjunctive (ingressive and urgent aorist).
Notable mir…
19th Century
Anglican
What shall we do to these men?—The question now debated was clearly one that never ought to have been even asked. They we…
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Baptist
Like the vessel full of new wine, which must have a vent or burst, so is the man who is filled with the knowledge of Jesus. He must speak. He must:…
Just how Luke knew what went on among the members of the Sanhedrin in closed session has often been debated, though we cannot know for sure. Perhap…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Saying, what shall we do to these men ? &c.] Whether they should punish them by scourging them, or detain them longe…
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