Acts 10
Cornelius Sends for Peter
1 There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band, Parallel theme: Acts 8:40, 27:1, 27:43, Matthew 27:27, 27:54
2 A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway.
3 He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius.
4 And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God. References God: Philippians 4:18, Hebrews 6:10. References Lord: Malachi 3:16. Prayer: Acts 10:31, Psalms 141:2, Philippians 4:6, Revelation 8:4. Parallel theme: 2 Chronicles 6:33, Matthew 26:13, Luke 1:29 +5
5 And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter: Parallel theme: Acts 16:9
6 He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do.
7 And when the angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed, he called two of his household servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually; Parallel theme: Judges 7:10, Luke 3:14, Philemon 1:16
8 And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa.
9 On the morrow, as they went on their journey, and drew nigh unto the city, Peter went up upon the housetop to pray about the sixth hour: Prayer: Psalms 55:17. Parallel theme: Zephaniah 1:5
10 And he became very hungry, and would have eaten: but while they made ready, he fell into a trance,
11 And saw heaven opened, and a certain vessel descending unto him, as it had been a great sheet knit at the four corners, and let down to the earth: Parallel theme: John 1:51, Ephesians 3:6
12 Wherein were all manner of fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creeping things, and fowls of the air.
13 And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat.
14 But Peter said, Not so, LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint.; for I have never eaten any thing that is common or unclean. References Lord: Ezekiel 4:14. Parallel theme: Leviticus 20:25, Daniel 1:8
15 And the voice spake unto him again the second time, What GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. hath cleansed, that call not thou common. References God: Acts 10:28, 11:9, Romans 14:20. Parallel theme: Acts 15:9, 15:20, Matthew 15:11, Mark 7:19, Romans 14:14, 1 Corinthians 10:25, Titus 1:15 +5
16 This was done thrice: and the vessel was received up again into heavenHeaven: οὐρανός (Ouranos). The Greek ouranos (οὐρανός) denotes heaven—God's throne and the believer's eternal home. Jesus taught His disciples to pray 'Our Father which art in heaven' (Matthew 6:9) and promised to prepare a place there (John 14:2)..
Peter's Vision
17 Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made enquiry for Simon's house, and stood before the gate,
18 And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there.
19 While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee. Spirit: Acts 8:29, 11:12, 13:2, 21:4, John 16:13, 1 Corinthians 12:11, 1 Timothy 4:1 +2
20 Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them.
21 Then Peter went down to the men which were sent unto him from Cornelius; and said, Behold, I am he whom ye seek: what is the cause wherefore ye are come?
22 And they said, Cornelius the centurion, a just man, and one that feareth GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., and of good report among all the nation of the Jews, was warned from God by an holy angel to send for thee into his house, and to hear words of thee.
23 Then called he them in, and lodged them. And on the morrow Peter went away with them, and certain brethren from Joppa accompanied him.
24 And the morrow after they entered into Caesarea. And Cornelius waited for them, and had called together his kinsmen and near friends.
25 And as Peter was coming in, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshipped him. Worship: Daniel 2:46, Matthew 8:2, Revelation 19:10. Parallel theme: Daniel 2:30
26 But Peter took him up, saying, Stand up; I myself also am a man. Parallel theme: Isaiah 42:8, 48:13, Matthew 4:10, Revelation 19:10
27 And as he talked with him, he went in, and found many that were come together.
28 And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.
29 Therefore came I unto you without gainsaying, as soon as I was sent for: I ask therefore for what intent ye have sent for me?
30 And Cornelius said, Four days ago I was fasting until this hour; and at the ninth hour I prayed in my house, and, behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing, Parallel theme: Acts 1:10, 10:3
31 And said, Cornelius, thy prayer is heard, and thine alms are had in remembrance in the sight of God.
32 Send therefore to Joppa, and call hither Simon, whose surname is Peter; he is lodged in the house of one Simon a tanner by the sea side: who, when he cometh, shall speak unto thee.
33 Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. Now therefore are we all here present before GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. References God: Acts 28:28, 2 Chronicles 30:12, Mark 10:15, Galatians 4:14. Parallel theme: Proverbs 1:5, 25:12, Matthew 18:4, 1 Corinthians 3:18, James 1:19, 1:21 +5
Peter Preaches to the Gentiles
34 Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: References God: Deuteronomy 10:17, 2 Chronicles 19:7, Luke 20:21, Romans 2:11. Parallel theme: Job 34:19, Ephesians 6:9, Colossians 3:11, 3:25, James 2:9, 1 Peter 1:17 +5
35 But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. Righteousness: 1 John 2:29. Parallel theme: Acts 9:31, 10:2, 15:9, Proverbs 1:7, 16:6, Ecclesiastes 12:13, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Colossians 1:6, 3:11 +5
36 The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. of all:)
37 That word, I say, ye know, which was published throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached;
38 How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
39 And we are witnesses of all things which he did both in the land of the Jews, and in Jerusalem; whom they slew and hanged on a tree: Witness: Acts 1:8, 2:32, 10:41, Luke 24:48. Parallel theme: 1 Peter 2:24
40 Him GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. raised up the third day, and shewed him openly;
41 Not to all the people, but unto witnesses chosen before of God, even to us, who did eat and drink with him after he rose from the dead.
42 And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead. Judgment: Acts 17:31, 2 Corinthians 5:10, 2 Timothy 4:1, 1 Peter 4:5. Parallel theme: Acts 1:2, Revelation 22:12
43 To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins. Faith: John 5:24, Romans 5:1, 10:11, Galatians 3:22. Sin: Acts 2:38, Jeremiah 31:34, Zechariah 13:1. Parallel theme: Isaiah 53:11, Romans 8:1, 1 Peter 1:11 +5
44 While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the wordWord: λόγος (Logos). The Greek Logos (Λόγος) means word, reason, or message—the rational principle underlying reality. John identifies Christ as the eternal Logos: 'In the beginning was the Word' (John 1:1)..
45 And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the HolyHoly: ἅγιος (Hagios). The Greek hagios (ἅγιος) denotes holiness—moral purity and separation unto God. Believers are called 'saints' (hagioi), those set apart for God through Christ's sanctifying work. Ghost. Holy: Acts 2:33, 2:38. References Peter: Acts 10:23. Parallel theme: Galatians 2:15, Ephesians 2:11
46 For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally.. Then answered Peter, References God: Acts 2:11. Parallel theme: Acts 2:4, 19:6, Mark 16:17
47 Can any man forbid water, that these should not be baptized, which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we? Baptism: Acts 8:36. Parallel theme: Romans 10:12
48 And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint.. Then prayed they him to tarry certain days. Baptism: Acts 2:38, 8:12, 8:16, 19:5, John 4:2, Galatians 3:27