Acts 17:13

"Many of them therefore believed; also of the prominent Greek women, and not a few men."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights the diverse response to Paul's preaching, showing that belief transcended social barriers, including gender and status, as both influential women and men came to faith alongside those who initially believed. This reflects the inclusive nature of the gospel message in breaking down societal divisions.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 13. Stirred up the people. The word used here saleuontev, denotes, properly, to agitate, or excite, as the waves of the sea are agitated by the wind. It is with great beauty used to denote the agitation and excitement of a popular tumult, from its resemblance to the troubled waves of the ocean. The figure is often employed by the classic writers, and also occurs in the Scriptures. See Ps 65:7; Isa 17:12,13; Jer. 46:7,8. {a} "stirred up" Lu 12:51 {*} "the people" "Multitudes" __________________________________________________________________

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