Act 19:23-41 | Abbott

Acts 19:23-41

Silver shrines for Diana; silver models of the temple of Diana, a most magnificent edifice at Ephesus, celebrated all over the world.

But also, &c. They who, in public contests and discussions, are secretly contending for their own private ends, generally cloak their designs under pretended zeal for the cause of virtue and religion.

The theatre; a large edifice, used for public assemblages of all sorts.

Would have entered in; desirous of at least sharing the danger of his friends, even though be might not be able to avert it.

The chief of Asia; certain magistrates.

Who Alexander was, and what was the motive of the Jews in endeavoring to secure for him a hearing, is not known.

Which fell down from Jupiter. Such a legend was in circulation among the people. The great temple was built to receive the image which thus descended.

Spoken against; called in question.

Deputies; the magistrates appointed to try such causes.