When I could not see (comp. Acts 9:8 , and note). Them that were with me ( τῶν συνόντων μοι ) . συνεῖναι occurs only here and Luke 9:18 , hut is used several times by the LXX . It is very common in medical waters for the accompanying symptoms of a disease. read more
Well reported of by for having a good report of, A.V.; that for which, A.V. Well reported of ( μαρτυρούμενος ) ; see Acts 6:3 , note. read more
See the notes on Acts 9:3-7.Acts 22:6As I made my journey - As I was on my journey.About noon - Acts 26:13, “at mid-day.” This circumstance is omitted by Luke in his account in Acts 9:0: Paul mentions it as being the more remarkable since it occurred at mid-day, to show that he was not deluded by any meteoric or natural appearances, which usually occur at night.Acts 22:11The glory of that light - The splendor, the intense brilliancy of the light. See this and its effects explained in the notes... read more
See the notes on Acts 9:17-18. read more
Acts 22:6-16. And as I made my journey, &c., about noon For all was done in the face of the sun; suddenly there shone a great light By whatever method God reveals himself to us, we shall have everlasting cause to remember it; especially when he has gone, in any remarkable manner, out of his common way, for this gracious purpose. If so, we should often dwell on the particular circumstance, and be ready, on every proper occasion, to recount these wonders of power and love for the... read more
Paul’s reply to the crowd (21:37-22:29)By his command of the situation, Paul showed much physical courage and mental alertness. One minute he was snatched from a violent death, the next he was able to address a mob of wildly excited Jews who were screaming for his blood. He spoke with such power that a rioting crowd of would-be murderers listened to him in silence (37-40).Paul wanted to show that he was a zealous Jew, called by God to serve him. He told of his Jewish upbringing and education,... read more
see . Greek. emblepo. App-133 .:7. for = from. Greek. apo. App-104 . glory . Greek. doxa. See note on John 1:14 . Compare Acts 7:55 . that . Emph. led by the hand . See note on Acts 9:8 . of = by. Greek. hup o. App-104 . were with . Greek. suneimi. Only here and Luke 9:18 . read more
one = a certain. Greek. tis . App-123 . devout . Greek. eusebes. See note on Acts 10:2 , but the texts read eulabes , as in Acts 2:5 . having a good report = borne witness to. Greek. matureo, as in Acts 22:5 . Compare Hebrews 11:2 , Hebrews 11:4 , &c, Revised Version. dwelt . Greek. katoikeo. See note on Acts 2:5 . read more
And when I could not see for the glory of that light, being led by the hand of them that were with me I came into Damascus.See under Acts 9:9. read more
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The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 22:1-30
The apology. It was a very remarkable promise which our Lord made to his apostles, when, forewarning them that they should be delivered up to councils, and brought before kings and rulers for his sake, he added, "But when they so deliver you up, take no thought beforehand what ye shall speak, neither do ye premeditate: but whatsoever shall be given you in that hour, that speak ye; for it is not ye that speak, but the Holy Ghost" ( Mark 13:9-11 ). It is impossible not to see a fulfillment... read more