Acts 11:10

"But a voice answered me the second time out of heaven, ‘What God has cleansed, don’t you call unclean.’"

Key Reflection

This verse signifies that what God deems pure and acceptable should not be rejected or considered impure by believers. It marks a pivotal moment in the early Church, affirming that Gentile converts do not need to adhere fully to Mosaic dietary laws, thus highlighting the inclusive nature of Christianity as revealed through divine authority.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

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