Acts 21:34
"Then the commanding officer came near, arrested him, commanded him to be bound with two chains, and inquired who he was and what he had done."
Key Reflection
This scene underscores the authority of Roman law over Paul, highlighting both his vulnerability and the significant impact of his actions. The binding with two chains symbolizes not just physical restraint but also the dual nature of his mission—his freedom to proclaim the gospel contrasted with the constraints placed upon him by worldly authorities.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes