Acts 10:8
And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 9
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐξηγησάμενος
when he had declared
G1834
ἐξηγησάμενος
when he had declared
Strong's:
G1834
Word #:
2 of 9
to consider out (aloud), i.e., rehearse, unfold
αὐτοὺς
them
G846
αὐτοὺς
them
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
3 of 9
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
ἀπέστειλεν
he sent
G649
ἀπέστειλεν
he sent
Strong's:
G649
Word #:
5 of 9
set apart, i.e., (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
αὐτοὺς
them
G846
αὐτοὺς
them
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
6 of 9
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
εἰς
to
G1519
εἰς
to
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
7 of 9
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
Historical Context
The journey from Caesarea to Joppa was about 30 miles, requiring roughly a day's travel. The servants' willingness showed their trust in Cornelius's spiritual discernment.
Questions for Reflection
- How does sharing spiritual experiences with others prepare for God's work?
- What does immediate action on divine instruction demonstrate about faith?
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Analysis & Commentary
Cornelius 'declared all these things unto them' - sharing the vision openly. He 'sent them to Joppa' - faith acted on the angel's command. Cornelius's transparency and obedience positioned him for breakthrough.