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Strategic Public Ministry
Commentators explain that the apostles' meeting in Solomon's Porch was a strategic choice. They gathered in this public space to worship, preach to the large crowds, and perform "signs and wonders." These miracles served as undeniable proof of their message, showcasing God's power and goodness to attract people to Jesus.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 5:12
18th Century
Theologian
And by the hands, etc. By the apostles. This verse should be read in connection with Acts 5:15, to which it belongs.
Signs and …
AT Robertson
On Acts 5:12
Were wrought (εγινετο). Imperfect middle, wrought from time to time.
With one accord (ομοθυμαδον). As alre…
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 5:12
19th Century
Bishop
Many signs and wonders... —See Note on Acts 2:22.
They were all with one accord in Solomon’s porch.—See No…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 5:12–14
(12a) As with his summary paragraph of 4:32–35, Luke puts his thesis statement at the very beginning of his treatment. The Sadducees called the apo…
John Calvin
On Acts 5:12
16th Century
Theologian
He returns to miracles of another sort, which are more proper to the gospel; namely, by which Christ does not only declare his power, but also his …
John Gill
On Acts 5:12
17th Century
Pastor
And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and
wonders wrought
That is, by thei…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 5:12–16
17th Century
Minister
The separation of hypocrites by distinguishing judgments should make the sincere cleave closer to each other and to the gospel ministry. Whatever t…