Acts 5:18

"But the high priest rose up, and all those who were with him (which is the sect of the Sadducees), and they were filled with jealousy"

Key Reflection

This verse highlights the religious conflict and envy within Jewish leadership towards early Christians. The high priest's jealousy and the involvement of the Sadducees underscore the tension between traditionalists clinging to the status quo and those embracing new, radical beliefs that challenge established doctrines.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 18. The common prison. The public prison; or the prison for the keeping of common and notorious offenders. {d} "common prison" Ac 12:5-7; 16:23-27 __________________________________________________________________

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