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Barnes' Notes on Acts 14:4

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Was divided - Into parties. Greek: there was a schism - Ἐσχίσθη Eschisthē. And part held with the Jews - Held to the doctrines of the Jews, in opposition to the apostles. A revival of religion often produces excitement by the bad passions of opposers. The enemies of the truth form parties, and organize opposition. It is no uncommon thing even now for such parties to be formed; but the fault is not in Christianity. It lies with those who form a party against religion, and who confederate themselves, as was done here, to oppose it. return to 'Top of Page'
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