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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Saying, this fellow persuadeth men to worship God contrary to the law. Meaning either to the law of the Romans, which…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Contrary to the law - Evidently intending contrary to all law - the laws of the Romans and of the Jews. It was permitted…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Persuaded men to worship God contrary to the law - This accusation was very insidious. The Jews had permission by the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Acts 18:12-17
We have here an account of some disturbance given to Paul and his friends at Corinth, but no great harm done, nor much…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
contrary to the law i.e. the Jewish law. Their religion was one of those allowed throughout the Roman Empire, and their…
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