That word, I say, ye know, which was published throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached;
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Interpretation
Acceptance cannot be obtained on any other ground than that of the covenant of mercy, through the atonement of Christ; but wherever true religion is found, God will accept it without regarding names or sects. The fear of God and works of righteousness are the substance of true religion, the effects of special grace.
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This thought runs through Acts 10:36-40.
Glossary
- Galilee Place
- Biblical region. Modern identification: Galilee.
- John Person
- (1. ) One who, with Annas and Caiaphas, sat in judgment on the apostles Peter and John ( Acts 4:6 ). He was of the kindred of the high priest; otherwise unknown. (2. ) The Hebrew name of Mark (q. v. ).
- Judea Place
- Biblical region. Modern identification: Jerusalem.