Acts 5:29

"saying, “Didn’t we strictly command you not to teach in this name? Behold, you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching, and intend to bring this man’s blood on us.”"

Key Reflection

This statement reveals the religious leaders' fear and jealousy over the growing influence of Christianity. They accuse the apostles of defying their command and spreading teachings that threaten the status quo, setting the stage for confrontation that would culminate in the arrest and eventual crucifixion of Jesus.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 29. We ought to obey, etc. See Barnes "Ac 4:19" {d} "ought to obey" Ac 4:19 __________________________________________________________________

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