Acts 10:29
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?
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
G2532
καὶ
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
2 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἦλθον
came I
G2064
ἦλθον
came I
Strong's:
G2064
Word #:
4 of 11
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
μετεπέμψασθέ
as soon as I was sent for
G3343
μετεπέμψασθέ
as soon as I was sent for
Strong's:
G3343
Word #:
5 of 11
to send from elsewhere, i.e., (middle voice) to summon or invite
πυνθάνομαι
I ask
G4441
πυνθάνομαι
I ask
Strong's:
G4441
Word #:
6 of 11
to question, i.e., ascertain by inquiry (as a matter of information merely; and thus differing from g2065, which properly means a request as a favor;
οὖν
therefore
G3767
οὖν
therefore
Strong's:
G3767
Word #:
7 of 11
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
τίνι
for what
G5101
τίνι
for what
Strong's:
G5101
Word #:
8 of 11
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
λόγῳ
intent
G3056
λόγῳ
intent
Strong's:
G3056
Word #:
9 of 11
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
Cross References
Historical Context
Without gainsaying means without objection or hesitation. Peter's previous reluctance (requiring thrice-repeated vision and Spirit's explicit command) had dissolved into willing obedience. As soon as I was sent for indicates immediate response once understanding God's will. This conversation around 40 CE in Cornelius's Caesarea home preceded one of Acts' most significant sermons, establishing pattern for systematic Gentile evangelism.
Questions for Reflection
- How does clarity about God's will eliminate hesitation and objection?
- What role does asking questions play in understanding ministry context?
- In what ways does acknowledging divine orchestration humble human participants?
- How should ministers approach new ministry contexts about which they have limited understanding?
- What does Peter's transformed attitude teach about progressive sanctification?
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Analysis & Commentary
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? Peter's directness demonstrates complete abandonment of previous hesitations, acknowledging divine orchestration while seeking clarification of specific purpose.