Acts 18:16
And he drave them from the judgment seat.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 6
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
αὐτοὺς
them
G846
αὐτοὺς
them
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
3 of 6
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
ἀπὸ
from
G575
ἀπὸ
from
Strong's:
G575
Word #:
4 of 6
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
Historical Context
Gallio's brusque dismissal showed impatience with what he considered trivial religious disputes. This provided Paul legal protection for continued Corinthian ministry.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God use even dismissive secular attitudes to protect His purposes?
- What encouragement comes from watching opposition fail publicly?
Analysis & Commentary
'He drave them from the judgment seat' - forcible dismissal emphasized Gallio's rejection of the case. This public rebuff humiliated the accusers and vindicated Paul before the Roman authorities.