Acts 1:15

"In these days, Peter stood up in the middle of the disciples (and the number of names was about one hundred twenty), and said,"

Key Reflection

In Acts 1:15, Peter stands up to address the assembled disciples, a gesture indicating an important announcement. Given that the exact number of disciples is noted—about one hundred twenty—the significance of this gathering underscores the importance of the event and likely points to the presence of both apostles and faithful followers. This scene sets the stage for Peter’s crucial role in electing a new apostle to replace Judas, highlighting his leadership and the critical nature of succession in the early Christian community.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 15. In those days. On one of the days intervening between the ascension of Jesus and the day of Pentecost. Peter stood up. Peter standing up, or rising. This is a customary expression in the Scriptures when one begins to do a thing, Lu 15:18. The reason why Peter did this may be seen in the Note See Barnes "Mt 16:16,17". It is not improbable, besides, that Peter was the most aged of the apostles; and from his uniform conduct we know that he was the most ardent. It was perfectly characteristic, therefore, for him to introduce the business of the election of a new apostle. The disciples. This was the name which was given to them as being learners in the school of Christ.

Related Verses

More from Acts 1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

Go deeper with Bible.talk - your AI Bible study companion