Acts 24:2
“And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto this nation by thy providence,”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And when he was called forth,.... Not Tertullus the orator; for this is not to be understood of him, and of his being…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
And when he was called forth - When Paul was called forth from prison. See Act 23:35. We enjoy great quietness - This…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Tertullus began to accuse him - There are three parts in this oration of Tertullus: -
1. The exordium.
2. The…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Acts 24:1-9
We must suppose that Lysias, the chief captain, when he had sent away Paul to Caesarea, gave notice to the chief…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
And when he was called forth There is nothing in the original to represent "forth" which is consequently omitted by the…
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