Acts 17:10

"When they had taken security from Jason and the rest, they let them go."

Key Reflection

In Acts 17:10, when the authorities took security from Jason and the other followers, it symbolizes a form of guarantee or bond to ensure Paul and Silas's good behavior and safekeeping within the city. This act underscores the trust placed in the community members who vouched for the apostles, highlighting both their commitment to hosting and protecting these early Christian missionaries and the official acknowledgment of their legitimacy.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 10. And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas. Comp. Ac 9:25. They did this for their safety. Yet this was not done until the gospel had taken deep root in Thessalonica. Having preached there, and laid the foundation of a church; having thus accomplished the purpose for which they went there, they were prepared to leave the city. To the church in this city Paul after- wards addressed two epistles. Unto Berea. This was a city of Macedonia, near Mount Cithanes.

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