Acts 15:33

"Judas and Silas, also being prophets themselves, encouraged the brothers with many words and strengthened them."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights the role of prophets in early Christian communities as sources of encouragement and strength. Judas and Silas, through their prophetic gifts, provided spiritual support and reinforced the faith of believers during a critical time in the Church's formation.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 33. A space. For some time. They were let go in peace. An expression implying that they departed with the affectionate regard of the Christians to whom they had ministered, and with their highest wishes for their prosperity, 1 Co 16:11; 2 Jo 1:10. Silas however, it seems, chose to remain. Unto the apostles. At Jerusalem. Many Mss., however, instead of "unto the apostles," read, "unto those who had sent them." The sense is not materially different.

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