Acts 18:10
For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city.
Original Language Analysis
μετὰ
with
G3326
μετὰ
with
Strong's:
G3326
Word #:
4 of 21
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
6 of 21
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
οὐδεὶς
no man
G3762
οὐδεὶς
no man
Strong's:
G3762
Word #:
7 of 21
not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
λαός
people
G2992
λαός
people
Strong's:
G2992
Word #:
14 of 21
a people (in general; thus differing from g1218, which denotes one's own populace)
πολὺς
much
G4183
πολὺς
much
Strong's:
G4183
Word #:
17 of 21
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
τῇ
G3588
τῇ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
19 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
Exodus 4:12Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.Matthew 28:20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.2 Corinthians 12:9And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.Isaiah 41:10Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.John 10:16And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd.Romans 8:31What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?Matthew 10:30But the very hairs of your head are all numbered.Joshua 1:9Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.Isaiah 43:2When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.Isaiah 54:17No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.
Historical Context
This vision came after opposition and before extended ministry. Paul remained 18 months in Corinth - unusually long - because of this divine assurance.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's promise of presence strengthen ministry in hostile environments?
- What does 'much people in this city' teach about God's sovereign election?
Analysis & Commentary
God's promise 'I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee' provided assurance of protection. 'I have much people in this city' revealed divine foreknowledge of future conversions. God's knowledge of His elect encouraged continued ministry.