Acts 6:10
And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
τῇ
G3588
τῇ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
7 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
τῷ
G3588
τῷ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
8 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πνεύματι
the spirit
G4151
πνεύματι
the spirit
Strong's:
G4151
Word #:
9 of 11
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
Cross References
Luke 21:15For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist.1 Corinthians 2:4And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power:John 7:46The officers answered, Never man spake like this man.Job 32:8But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.Luke 1:17And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.Acts 7:51Ye stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye.Exodus 4:12Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.
Historical Context
Stephen's Hellenistic background enabled effective engagement with fellow Greek-speaking Jews. His Spirit-empowered wisdom echoed Jesus' promise (Luke 21:15).
Questions for Reflection
- How does Spirit-empowered wisdom differ from merely human cleverness?
- What does the opponents' inability to answer teach about truth's power?
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Analysis & Commentary
'They were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake' - Stephen's arguments were irrefutable. Divine wisdom through the Spirit exceeded human wisdom. Unable to defeat his logic, they resorted to legal manipulation.