Acts 3:12

"As the lame man who was healed held on to Peter and John, all the people ran together to them in the porch that is called Solomon’s, greatly wondering."

Key Reflection

This scene highlights how healing can draw crowds and prompt wonder, as witnessed when the healed man grabbed hold of Peter and John, drawing a large crowd to inquire about this miraculous act. The people's curiosity and desire for explanation reflect both their faith and skepticism, illustrating the immediate impact and communal significance of divine intervention in everyday life.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 12. When Peter saw it. Saw the people assembling in such multitudes, and wondering at the miracle. He answered. The word answer, With us, implies that a question had been asked, or that some subject had been proposed for consideration. But the word is used in a different sense in the Bible. It is often used when no question was asked; but when an occasion was offered for remarks, or where an opportunity was presented to make a statement. It is the same as replying to a thing, or making a statement in regard to some subject, Da 2:26; Ac 5:8. Ye men of Israel. Jews. Comp. Ac 2:14.

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