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Acts 12:14

New Testament Historical ASV (1901)

What does Acts 12:14 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “And when she knew Peter`s voice, she opened not the gate for joy, but ran in, and told that Peter stood before the gate.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

And when she knew Peter`s voice, she opened not the gate for joy, but ran in, and told that Peter stood before the gate.
Acts 12:14 — American Standard Version

Context — Acts 12

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
11And when Peter was come to himself, he said, Now I know of a truth, that the Lord hath sent forth his angel and delivered me out of the hand of Herod, and from all the expectation of the people of the Jews.
12And when he had considered [the thing], he came to the house of Mary the mother of John whose surname was Mark; where many were gathered together and were praying.
13And when he knocked at the door of the gate, a maid came to answer, named Rhoda.
14And when she knew Peter`s voice, she opened not the gate for joy, but ran in, and told that Peter stood before the gate.
15And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she confidently affirmed that it was even so. And they said, It is his angel.
16But Peter continued knocking: and when they had opened, they saw him, and were amazed.
17But he, beckoning unto them with the hand to hold their peace, declared unto them how the Lord had brought him forth out of the prison. And he said, Tell these things unto James, and to the brethren. And he departed, and went to another place.
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“And when she knew Peter’s voice, etc.] often heard him preach and converse in the family: she opened not the gate for gladness, filled with joy to hear his voice, and that he was delivered from prison, and in haste to carry the welcome news to the company within, stayed not to open the gate, and let Peter in: but ran in and told how Peter stood before the gate: she went into the house in a great hurry, and related to them within, that Peter was at the door without.”
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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“opened not for gladness, but ran in and told, &c.--How exquisite is this touch of nature!”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“She opened not the gate - At this time of night, and in these circumstances, the door would be fastened. Christians were doubtless alarmed by the death of James and the imprisonment of Peter, and they would take all possible precautions for their own safety. For gladness - In her joy she hastened to inform those who were assembled of the safety of Peter. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes
John Wesley (1703–1791) · Explanatory Notes upon the New Testament and Old Testament notes · 18th-century historical commentary
“And knowing Peter's voice - Bidding her open the door. Acts 12:15”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“she opened: Mat 28:8; Luk 24:41 Acts 12:15”
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