Acts 10:33
Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God.
Original Language Analysis
οὖν
therefore
G3767
οὖν
therefore
Strong's:
G3767
Word #:
2 of 26
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
ἔπεμψα
I sent
G3992
ἔπεμψα
I sent
Strong's:
G3992
Word #:
3 of 26
to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas ???? (as a stronger form of ????) refers rather to the objective point or <i>term
πρὸς
to
G4314
πρὸς
to
Strong's:
G4314
Word #:
4 of 26
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
ἐποίησας
done
G4160
ἐποίησας
done
Strong's:
G4160
Word #:
9 of 26
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
παραγενόμενος
that thou art come
G3854
παραγενόμενος
that thou art come
Strong's:
G3854
Word #:
10 of 26
to become near, i.e., approach (have arrived); by implication, to appear publicly
νῦν
Now
G3568
νῦν
Now
Strong's:
G3568
Word #:
11 of 26
"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
οὖν
therefore
G3767
οὖν
therefore
Strong's:
G3767
Word #:
12 of 26
(adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
16 of 26
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Θεοῦ
God
G2316
Θεοῦ
God
Strong's:
G2316
Word #:
17 of 26
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
πάρεσμεν
are
G3918
πάρεσμεν
are
Strong's:
G3918
Word #:
18 of 26
to be near, i.e., at hand; neuter present participle (singular) time being, or (plural) property
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
21 of 26
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
προστεταγμένα
that are commanded
G4367
προστεταγμένα
that are commanded
Strong's:
G4367
Word #:
22 of 26
to arrange towards, i.e., (figuratively) enjoin
ὑπὸ
of
G5259
ὑπὸ
of
Strong's:
G5259
Word #:
24 of 26
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
Cross References
James 1:19Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:Galatians 4:14And my temptation which was in my flesh ye despised not, nor rejected; but received me as an angel of God, even as Christ Jesus.Acts 28:28Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it.Proverbs 1:5A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:Proverbs 25:12As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.Mark 10:15Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.1 Corinthians 3:18Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise.Matthew 18:4Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.James 1:21Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.2 Chronicles 30:12Also in Judah the hand of God was to give them one heart to do the commandment of the king and of the princes, by the word of the LORD.
Historical Context
Immediately reflects obedient responsiveness to divine direction. Thou hast well done acknowledges Peter's faithful compliance. We all here present before God indicates solemn awareness of divine presence and authority. This wasn't casual religious curiosity but serious spiritual seeking. The assembled company in Caesarea around 40 CE represented ideal evangelistic context—prepared hearts, expectant faith, gathered community, recognized authority—creating optimal conditions for Spirit's converting work.
Questions for Reflection
- How does immediate obedience to divine direction demonstrate genuine faith?
- What role does corporate gathering play in receiving gospel proclamation?
- In what ways does consciousness of God's presence affect receptivity to His word?
- How should audiences approach gospel teaching—casually or solemnly?
- What does this passage teach about ideal conditions for effective evangelism?
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Analysis & Commentary
Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. Cornelius's immediate obedience and assembled audience's reverent posture demonstrate ideal conditions for gospel reception—expectant faith, gathered community, and recognition of divine authority.