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Acts 19:16

Acts 19:16
And the man in whom the evil spirit was leaped on them, and overcame them, and prevailed against them, so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And many that believed,.... In Jesus Christ, whose name was spoken of with great respect, and which spread fear in every…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Leaped on them - Several such instances are recorded of the extraordinary power and rage of those who were possessed…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

And the man in whom the evil spirit was, etc. - Thus we find that one man was more powerful than these seven brothers;…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Acts 19:13-20

The preachers of the gospel were sent forth to carry on a war against Satan, and therein Christ went forth conquering…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

And the man in whom the evil spirit was leapt on them With that power, more than natural, so often displayed by…

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