Acts 10:27
And as he talked with him, he went in, and found many that were come together.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 8
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
αὐτῷ
with him
G846
αὐτῷ
with him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
3 of 8
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
5 of 8
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Cross References
Acts 10:24And the morrow after they entered into Caesarea. And Cornelius waited for them, and had called together his kinsmen and near friends.John 4:35Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.2 Corinthians 2:12Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,
Historical Context
Peter's willingness to enter Gentile home marked dramatic departure from Jewish purity laws forbidding such association. The many gathered represented Cornelius's social network—Roman military colleagues, family, servants, friends. This cosmopolitan gathering in Caesarea around 40 CE created unprecedented audience for apostolic gospel—Gentiles hearing directly from Jesus' closest disciple about salvation through Christ.
Questions for Reflection
- How does informal conversation facilitate building relationships across cultural divides?
- What does the gathered crowd reveal about spiritual hunger in unexpected places?
- In what ways does God prepare receptive audiences for gospel proclamation?
- How should ministers adapt to diverse audiences while maintaining gospel integrity?
- What role does social influence play in creating opportunities for mass evangelism?
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Analysis & Commentary
And as he talked with him, he went in, and found many that were come together. The casual conversation while entering demonstrates Peter's growing comfort with Gentile interaction, while the gathered crowd shows widespread spiritual hunger.