Atos 5:25-33 NVT

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:31

The throne of mercy. "Him hath God exalted, " etc. The Jewish temple a material symbol of the Divine method of grace. The chief chamber was the place of God's glory—the inner, nest presence-chamber of the great King; its chief feature, the mercy-seat, a proclamation of love to all. Yet access to the blessedness only by the appointed way, through the consecrated rites and persons; thus the will and righteousness of God sustained at the same time as his mercy. Compare heathen ideas of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:31

The present royalty and rights of Jesus. It is interesting to notice how the Jewish conception of Messiah, as a conquering King of the house of David, gave form and tone to the earlier ideas which the apostles had of their risen and ascended Savior. He proved, indeed, to be a King in quite another sense than that in which they had regarded him, and at first they felt much disappointment in the crushing of their national hopes; but still they knew that he was a King, they gradually gained... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:32

Witnesses for his witnesses, A.V. and T.R.; so is the Holy Ghost for so is also the Holy Ghost, A.V. and T.R. We are witnesses. The direct reference is to the command recorded in Acts 1:8 , which they felt imperatively bound to obey. So is the Holy Ghost . The Holy Ghost bare witness to the gospel preached by the apostles by the powers which he gave them to heal and work miracles, and by the conversion of many who heard the word: "the gospel preached with the Holy Ghost sent down... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:33

But they, when they heard this, for when they heard that, they, A.V.; were minded for took counsel, A.V. and T.R. ( ἐβούλοντο for ἐβουλεύοντο , as also Acts 15:39 ). The word for were cut to the heart ( διέπριοντο ) is found only here and in Acts 7:54 , where the full phrase is given. It means literally, in the active voice, "to saw asunder," and is so used by the LXX . in 1 Chronicles 20:2 . In Hebrews 11:37 it is the simple verb πρίω which is used; ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:33-42

Our attitude towards God. There are three attitudes it is possible for us to assume towards our Maker and Savior. They are those of— I. HOSTILITY . We may "be found even to fight against God." It is, indeed, as new as it is old for men to contend with God and to oppose themselves to those ends for which he is working. 1. Good men do so unwittingly; as when earnest and holy Catholics have persecuted Protestant men and women; as when devout Protestants have thrown obstacles in the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:33-42

The advice of the cautious. Such was Gamaliel. See expository portion for an account of him, and of the rabbinical school to which he belonged. Interest attaches to him as the teacher of Saul of Tarsus, but how great is the contrast between the calm and prudent Gamaliel and the intense and impulsive Saul! The scene in the Sanhedrim when this honored teacher rose to calm the prevailing excitement, and plead for what he would call a "masterly inactivity," may be effectively pictured. The... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:26

Without violence - Not by force; not by “binding” them. Compare Matthew 27:2. The command of the Sanhedrin was sufficient to secure their presence, as they did not intend to refuse to answer for any alleged violation of the laws. Besides, their going before the council would give them another noble opportunity to bear witness to the truth of the gospel. Christians, when charged with a violation of the laws of the land, should not refuse to answer, Acts 25:11, “If I be an offender, or have... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:28

Straitly command you - Did we not command you with a “threat?” Acts 4:17-18, Acts 4:21.In this name - In the name of Jesus.Ye have filled Jerusalem - This, though not so desired, was an honorable tribute to the zeal and fidelity of the apostles. When Chastens are arraigned or persecuted, it is well if the only charge which their enemies can bring against them is that they have been distinguished for zeal and success in propagating their religion. See 1 Peter 4:16, “If any man suffer as a... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:29

We ought to obey ... - See the notes on Acts 4:19. read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:30

Raised up Jesus - This refers to his resurrection.Hanged on a tree - That is, on the “cross,” Galatians 3:13; 1 Peter 2:24; Acts 10:39; Acts 13:29. This is the amount of Peter’s defense. He begins with the great principle Acts 5:29, which they could not gainsay, that God ought to be obeyed rather than man. He then proceeds to state that they were convinced that God had raised up Jesus from the dead, and as they had such decisive evidence of that, and were commanded by the authority of the Lord... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:31

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:31

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:32

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:33

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:33-42

The Pulpit Commentary - Acts 5:33-42

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:26

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:28

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:29

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Acts 5:30

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