Acts 11:26

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 11:26

Even for a whole year for a whole year, A.V. and T.R.; they were gathered together for they assembled themselves, A.V.; and that the disciples for and the disciples, A.V. The phrase ἐν τῇ ἐκκλησίᾳ occurs again in 1 Corinthians 11:18 (T.R.), where it has, as here, very nearly the sense of "in the church," as a place of meeting. It should be "in," not "with." The "Church" is the assembly of disciples gathered together in their house of meeting. Were called ; χρηματίσαι ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 11:26

The Christian name. "And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch." Three great cities identified with Christian history in a special manner— Jerusalem, Antioch, and Rome. The birth of the religion; its triumph in full manhood over the world; and between these two points its baptism as the religion of the East and West alike. Describe position and influence of the city. The name not given by Jews, as recognizing that Jesus was Messiah. Not by disciples, as other names in... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 11:26

Antiochene Christians. "And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch." Before this time they seem to have had no recognized name. Others may have called them "Nazarenes," or perhaps "Galilmans." They spoke of their teaching as "the Way," but do not seem to have found any other name for themselves than that of "disciples." It was left to circumstances to provide a name which all might accept, and, though the origin of the name " Christian " is very strange, its... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 11:26

That a whole year - Antioch was a city exceedingly important in its numbers, wealth, and influence. It was for this reason, probably, that they spent so long a time there, instead of traveling in other places. The attention of the apostles was early and chiefly directed to cities, as being places of influence and centers of power. Thus, Paul passed three years in the city of Ephesus, Acts 20:31. And thus he continued a year and a half at Corinth, Acts 18:11. It may be added that the first... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Acts 11:25-26

Acts 11:25-26. Then departed Barnabas Namely, after some abode at Antioch, perceiving, probably, that he wanted an assistant in his labours; to Tarsus, to seek Saul Whose departure thither was mentioned, chap. Acts 9:30. And finding him there According to his expectation, he gave him, it seems, such an account of the state of things at Antioch, and such a view of the extensive usefulness which appeared to present itself there, that he prevailed with him to accompany him at his return to... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Acts 11:19-26

A new work in Antioch (11:19-26)While the apostles and others were spreading the gospel in various places, an interesting work grew up in Antioch in Syria. Some Christians who had been scattered from Jerusalem at the time of Stephen’s death preached among the Greek population of Antioch and many believed (19-21). When the leaders of the Jerusalem church heard this, they sent Barnabas to Antioch. This was a wise choice, for Barnabas was from nearby Cyprus and had a much broader outlook than... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Acts 11:26

when he had = having. it came to pass . The three clauses which follow are all dependent on "it came to pass". And = And that. called . Greek. chrematizo. This word occurs nine times. See note on Luke 2:26 . Generally of a Divine communication. The noun chrematismos Occurs only in Romans 11:4 . Though the name may have been given at first by Gentiles in mockery, the usage of the word by the Holy Spirit indicates that its real origin was Divine. Christians . Here, Act 26:28 . 1 Peter 4:16... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Acts 11:26

Acts 11:26. When he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch.— Barnabas might go in quest of Paul, from a persuasion, that, as he was by his country a Greek, though by descent an Hebrew of the Hebrews; that is, descended from two Jewish parents, he would be peculiarly fit to assist him in his great work, especially considering on the one hand his fine accomplishments as a scholar, and on the other his extraordinary conversion, and eminent zeal and piety. Antioch was the metropolis of Syria;... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Acts 11:19-26

The spiritual initiative of the Antioch church 11:19-26 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Acts 11:19-30

3. The initiatives of the Antioch church 11:19-30The scene now shifts to Antioch of Syria. It was a very significant town because from there the church launched its major missionary offensives to the uttermost parts of the earth. Luke recorded events in the early history of this church because of its significant initiatives. The disciples in Antioch reached out to Gentiles with spiritual aid, and they reached out to their Jewish brethren in Jerusalem with material aid."With the ratification by... read more

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