Acts 6:10

"But some of those who were of the synagogue called “The Libertines”, and of the Cyrenians, of the Alexandrians, and of those of Cilicia and Asia arose, disputing with Stephen."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights the diversity of the Jewish diaspora present in Jerusalem, where disputes over beliefs and practices were not confined to local Jews but included various ethnic groups. The rise of these individuals against Stephen symbolizes the conflict between traditional Judaism and emerging Christian teachings among dispersed Jewish communities.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 10. To resist. That is, they were not able to answer his arguments. The wisdom. This properly refers to his knowledge of the Scriptures; his skill in what the Jews esteemed to be wisdom--acquaintance with their sacred writings, opinions, etc. And the spirit. This has been commonly understood of the Holy Spirit, by which, he was aided; but it rather means the energy, power, or ardour of Stephen. He evinced a spirit of zeal and sincerity which they could not withstand; which served, more than mere argument could have done, to convince them that he was right.

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