Act 15:39 | Barnes | STEP | Verse 39. And the contention was so sharp . The word used here-- παροξυσμος--is that from which our word paroxysm is derived. It may denote any excitement of mind, and is used in a good sense in . It here means, evidently, a violent altercation that resulted in their separation for a time, and in their engaging in different spheres of labour.

Acts 15:39

Verse 39. And the contention was so sharp. The word used here-- παροξυσμος--is that from which our word paroxysm is derived. It may denote any excitement of mind, and is used in a good sense in Heb 10:24. It here means, evidently, a violent altercation that resulted in their separation for a time, and in their engaging in different spheres of labour.