Acts 15:14

Verse 14

4. Speech of James of Jerusalem , Acts 15:13-21 .

14. Simeon Old fashioned Judean James (see note on Matthew 10:3) must not say Peter; and he must pronounce Simon after its ancient form, Simeon. The characteristic fact is a unique proof of the accuracy of Luke’s report.

A people for his name Who shall bear his name, or give honour to his name. James in this verse repeats the point of Peter’s speech; in 15-18 he shows that it is in accordance with God’s predictions and plan according to old Jewish Scriptures.

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

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Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

Daniel Whedon was born in 1808 in Onondaga, N.Y. Dr. Whedon was well qualified as a commentator. He was professor of Ancient Languages in Wesleyan University, studied law and had some years of pastoral experience. He was editor of the Methodist Quarterly Review for more than twenty years. Besides many articles for religious papers he was also the author of the well-known and important work, Freedom of the Will. Dr. Whedon was noted for his incisive, vigorous style, both as preacher and writer. He died at Atlantic Highlands, N.J., June 8, 1885.Whedon was a pivotal figure in the struggle between Calvinism and Arminianism in the nineteenth-centry America. As a result of his efforts, some historians have concluded that he was responsible for a new doctrine of man that was more dependent upon philosophical principles than scripture.... Show more

Dr. Daniel D. Whedon was a central figure in the struggle between Calvinism and Arminianism. He devoted 25 years to writing the New Testament commentaries. Other authors wrote the Old Testament commentaries with Whedon serving as the editor. Study the bible online.... Show more

Verse 14

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

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