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then they returned to Berea with instructions for Silas and Timothy to hurry and join him. <a href="/esv/acts/17.htm">English Standard Version</a> Those who conducted Paul brought him as far as Athens, and after receiving a command for Silas and Timothy to come to him as soon as possible, they departed. <a href="/bsb/acts/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Those who escorted Paul brought him to Athens and then returned with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible. <a href="/blb/acts/17.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Now those escorting Paul brought him unto Athens, and having received a command unto Silas and Timothy that as quickly as possible they should come to him, they departed. <a href="/kjv/acts/17.htm">King James Bible</a> And they that conducted Paul brought him unto Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed. <a href="/nkjv/acts/17.htm">New King James Version</a> So those who conducted Paul brought him to Athens; and receiving a command for Silas and Timothy to come to him with all speed, they departed. <a href="/nasb_/acts/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Now those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens; and receiving a command for Silas and Timothy to come to him as soon as possible, they left. <a href="/nasb/acts/17.htm">NASB 1995</a> Now those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens; and receiving a command for Silas and Timothy to come to him as soon as possible, they left. <a href="/nasb77/acts/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Now those who conducted Paul brought him as far as Athens; and receiving a command for Silas and Timothy to come to him as soon as possible, they departed. <a href="/lsb/acts/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens; and after receiving a command for Silas and Timothy to come to him as soon as possible, they left. <a href="/amp/acts/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Those who escorted Paul brought him to Athens; and [after] receiving instructions [from Paul] for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible, they left. <a href="/csb/acts/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens, and after receiving instructions for Silas and Timothy to come to him as quickly as possible, they departed. <a href="/hcsb/acts/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens, and after receiving instructions for Silas and Timothy to come to him as quickly as possible, they departed. <a href="/asv/acts/17.htm">American Standard Version</a> But they that conducted Paul brought him as far as Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timothy that they should come to him with all speed, they departed. <a href="/cev/acts/17.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Some men went with Paul as far as Athens, and then returned with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible. <a href="/erv/acts/17.htm">English Revised Version</a> But they that conducted Paul brought him as far as Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timothy that they should come to him with all speed, they departed. <a href="/gwt/acts/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The men who escorted Paul took him all the way to the city of Athens. When the men left Athens, they took instructions back to Silas and Timothy to join Paul as soon as possible. <a href="/gnt/acts/17.htm">Good News Translation</a> The men who were taking Paul went with him as far as Athens and then returned to Berea with instructions from Paul that Silas and Timothy should join him as soon as possible. <a href="/isv/acts/17.htm">International Standard Version</a> The men who escorted Paul took him all the way to Athens and, after receiving instructions to have Silas and Timothy join him as soon as possible, they left. <a href="/msb/acts/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Those who escorted Paul brought him to Athens and then returned with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible. <a href="/net/acts/17.htm">NET Bible</a> Those who accompanied Paul escorted him as far as Athens, and after receiving an order for Silas and Timothy to come to him as soon as possible, they left. <a href="/nheb/acts/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens. Receiving a commandment to Silas and Timothy that they should come to him very quickly, they departed. <a href="/wbt/acts/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And they that conducted Paul brought him to Athens: and receiving a commandment to Silas and Timothy to come to him with all speed, they departed. <a href="/wey/acts/17.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Those who were caring for Paul's safety went with him as far as Athens, and then left him, taking a message from him to Silas and Timothy, asking them to join him as speedily as possible. <a href="/web/acts/17.htm">World English Bible</a> But those who escorted Paul brought him as far as Athens. Receiving a commandment to Silas and Timothy that they should come to him very quickly, they departed. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And those conducting Paul, brought him to Athens, and having received a command to Silas and Timotheus that with all speed they may come to him, they departed; <a href="/blb/acts/17.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Now those escorting Paul brought him unto Athens, and having received a command unto Silas and Timothy that as quickly as possible they should come to him, they departed. <a href="/ylt/acts/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And those conducting Paul, brought him unto Athens, and having received a command unto Silas and Timotheus that with all speed they may come unto him, they departed; <a href="/slt/acts/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And they conveying Paul brought him even to Athens: and having taken a command to Silas and Timothy that now they might come to him most speedily, they departed.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And they that conducted Paul, brought him as far as Athens; and receiving a commandment from him to Silas and Timothy, that they should come to him with all speed, they departed. <a href="/cpdv/acts/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Then those who were leading Paul brought him as far as Athens. And having received an order from him to Silas and Timothy, that they should come to him quickly, they set out. <a href="/nabre/acts/17.htm">New American Bible</a> After Paul’s escorts had taken him to Athens, they came away with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Those who conducted Paul brought him as far as Athens; and after receiving instructions to have Silas and Timothy join him as soon as possible, they left him.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And those who escorted Paul went with him as far as the city of Athens: and when they were leaving him, they received from him an epistle to Silas and Ti-mo’the-us requesting them to come to him in haste. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/17.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And those who accompanied Paulus came with him to Athens the city and when they left his presence, they took a letter from him to Shila and Timotheos that they should go quickly to him.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/17.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And those who conducted Paul brought him to Athens: and having received a commandment for Silas and Timothy, that they should come to him as soon as possible, they departed.<CM> <a href="/godbey/acts/17.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> But having embarked Paul, they led him even to Athens: and receiving commandment to Silas and Timothy that they should come to him as quickly as possible, they departed from him. <a href="/haweis/acts/17.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And those who conduced Paul brought him as far as Athens, and receiving an injunction for Silas and Timothy that they should come to him as speedily as possible, they departed.<CM> <a href="/mace/acts/17.htm">Mace New Testament</a> however Paul's guides attended him to Athens: where they left him, after having received his orders for Silas and Timothy to come to him with all speed. <a href="/wey/acts/17.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Those who were caring for Paul's safety went with him as far as Athens, and then left him, taking a message from him to Silas and Timothy, asking them to join him as speedily as possible. <a href="/worrell/acts/17.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> But those conducting Paul brought him as far as Athens; and, having received a command to Silas and Timothy, that they should come to him as soon as possible, they departed. <a href="/worsley/acts/17.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And they that conducted Paul attended him to Athens: and receiving an order to Silas and Timothy, to come to him as soon as possible, they departed. <a href="/parallel/acts/17-15.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/in5WTRQ9BSQ?start=5702" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/acts/17.htm">The Character of the Bereans</a> …14The brothers immediately sent Paul to the coast, but Silas and Timothy remained in Berea. 15<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">Those who</a> <a href="/greek/2525.htm" title="2525: kathistanontes (V-PPA-NMP) -- From kata and histemi; to place down, i.e. to designate, constitute, convoy.">escorted</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3972.htm" title="3972: Paulon (N-AMS) -- Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.">Paul</a> <a href="/greek/71.htm" title="71: ēgagon (V-AIA-3P) -- A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce.">brought him</a> <a href="/greek/2193.htm" title="2193: heōs (Prep) -- A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until.">to</a> <a href="/greek/116.htm" title="116: Athēnōn (N-GFP) -- Athens, the intellectual capital of Greece. Plural of Athene; Athenoe, the capitol of Greece.">Athens</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and then</a> <a href="/greek/1826.htm" title="1826: exēesan (V-IIA-3P) -- (originally: I shall go out), I go out (away), depart. From ek and eimi; to issue, i.e. Leave, escape.">returned</a> <a href="/greek/2983.htm" title="2983: labontes (V-APA-NMP) -- (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. ">with</a> <a href="/greek/1785.htm" title="1785: entolēn (N-AFS) -- An ordinance, injunction, command, law. From entellomai; injunction, i.e. An authoritative prescription.">instructions</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">for</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4609.htm" title="4609: Silan (N-AMS) -- Silas, a pet-form of the name Silvanus; a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Contraction for Silouanos; Silas, a Christian.">Silas</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/5095.htm" title="5095: Timotheon (N-AMS) -- Timothy, a Christian of Lystra, helper of Paul. From time and theos; dear to God; Timotheus, a Christian.">Timothy</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">to</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: elthōsin (V-ASA-3P) -- To come, go. ">join</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward."></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">him</a> <a href="/greek/5613.htm" title="5613: hōs (Adv) -- Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner.">as</a> <a href="/greek/5033.htm" title="5033: tachista (Adj-ANP-S) -- Neuter plural of the superlative of tachus; most quickly, i.e. as soon as possible.">soon as possible.</a> 16While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was deeply disturbed in his spirit to see that the city was full of idols.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> And when Silas and Timothy came down from Macedonia, Paul devoted himself fully to the word, testifying to the Jews that Jesus is the Christ. <a href="/acts/15-36.htm">Acts 15:36</a> Some time later Paul said to Barnabas, “Let us go back and visit the brothers in every town where we proclaimed the word of the Lord, to see how they are doing.” <a href="/acts/19-21.htm">Acts 19:21</a> After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.” <a href="/acts/20-1.htm">Acts 20:1-3</a> When the uproar had ended, Paul sent for the disciples. And after encouraging them, he said goodbye to them and left for Macedonia. / After traveling through that area and speaking many words of encouragement, he arrived in Greece, / where he stayed three months. And when the Jews formed a plot against him as he was about to sail for Syria, he decided to go back through Macedonia. <a href="/acts/13-13.htm">Acts 13:13</a> After setting sail from Paphos, Paul and his companions came to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem. <a href="/acts/16-9.htm">Acts 16:9-10</a> During the night, Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia standing and pleading with him, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.” / As soon as Paul had seen the vision, we got ready to leave for Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them. <a href="/acts/9-15.htm">Acts 9:15</a> “Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel. <a href="/acts/23-11.htm">Acts 23:11</a> The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.” <a href="/romans/1-15.htm">Romans 1:15</a> That is why I am so eager to preach the gospel also to you who are in Rome. <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-1.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:1-2</a> So when we could bear it no longer, we were willing to be left on our own in Athens. / We sent Timothy, our brother and fellow worker for God in the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith, <a href="/2_corinthians/1-16.htm">2 Corinthians 1:16</a> I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to return to you from Macedonia, and then to have you help me on my way to Judea. <a href="/philippians/1-26.htm">Philippians 1:26</a> so that through my coming to you again your exultation in Christ Jesus will resound on account of me. <a href="/1_corinthians/16-5.htm">1 Corinthians 16:5-9</a> After I go through Macedonia, however, I will come to you; for I will be going through Macedonia. / Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go. / For I do not want to see you now only in passing; I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits. ... <a href="/2_timothy/4-13.htm">2 Timothy 4:13</a> When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments. <a href="/genesis/12-1.htm">Genesis 12:1-4</a> Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And they that conducted Paul brought him to Athens: and receiving a commandment to Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed.Athens.<a href="/acts/18-1.htm">Acts 18:1</a> After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth;<a href="/1_thessalonians/3-1.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:1</a> Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone;receiving.<a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.<a href="/2_timothy/4-10.htm">2 Timothy 4:10,11,20,21</a> For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia… <a href="/titus/3-12.htm">Titus 3:12</a> When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_thessalonians/3-1.htm">Athens</a> <a href="/john/12-6.htm">Caring</a> <a href="/acts/16-24.htm">Command</a> <a href="/acts/15-24.htm">Commandment</a> <a href="/obadiah/1-7.htm">Conducted</a> <a href="/luke/19-15.htm">Conducting</a> <a href="/acts/16-40.htm">Departed</a> <a href="/acts/16-39.htm">Escorted</a> <a href="/acts/17-14.htm">Far</a> <a href="/acts/10-28.htm">Join</a> <a href="/acts/17-13.htm">Message</a> <a href="/acts/17-14.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/17-2.htm">Paul's</a> <a href="/acts/12-7.htm">Quickly</a> <a href="/acts/17-11.htm">Receiving</a> <a href="/acts/5-23.htm">Safety</a> <a href="/acts/17-14.htm">Silas</a> <a href="/acts/17-13.htm">Soon</a> <a href="/isaiah/30-16.htm">Speed</a> <a href="/luke/18-8.htm">Speedily</a> <a href="/acts/17-14.htm">Timotheus</a> <a href="/acts/17-14.htm">Timothy</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/17-16.htm">Athens</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-7.htm">Caring</a> <a href="/acts/17-30.htm">Command</a> <a href="/acts/23-30.htm">Commandment</a> <a href="/acts/21-5.htm">Conducted</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-4.htm">Conducting</a> <a href="/acts/17-33.htm">Departed</a> <a href="/genesis/12-20.htm">Escorted</a> <a href="/acts/17-27.htm">Far</a> <a href="/acts/21-24.htm">Join</a> <a href="/acts/18-11.htm">Message</a> <a href="/acts/17-16.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/19-11.htm">Paul's</a> <a href="/acts/20-16.htm">Quickly</a> <a href="/acts/23-21.htm">Receiving</a> <a href="/acts/27-34.htm">Safety</a> <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Silas</a> <a href="/acts/19-29.htm">Soon</a> <a href="/acts/21-32.htm">Speed</a> <a href="/acts/25-4.htm">Speedily</a> <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Timotheus</a> <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Timothy</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 17</div>1. <a href="/acts/17-1.htm">Paul preaches at Thessalonica, where some believe,</a> 5. <a href="/acts/17-5.htm">and others persecute him.</a> 10. <a href="/acts/17-10.htm">He is sent to Berea, and preaches there.</a> 13. <a href="/acts/17-13.htm">Being persecuted by Jews from Thessalonica,</a> 16. <a href="/acts/17-16.htm">he comes to Athens, and disputes and preaches the living God, to them unknown;</a> 32. <a href="/acts/17-32.htm">whereby, though some mock, many are converted unto Christ.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This reflects the early Christian practice of community and mutual aid, as seen in other parts of Acts (<a href="/acts/9-25.htm">Acts 9:25, 20</a>:4). The presence of escorts indicates the potential dangers Paul faced, highlighting the hostility towards the Gospel in certain regions.brought him to Athens Athens was a significant cultural and intellectual center of the ancient world, known for its philosophical schools and rich history. By the time of Paul’s visit, it was a city steeped in idolatry, which Paul later addresses in his speech at the Areopagus (<a href="/acts/17-22.htm">Acts 17:22-31</a>). This setting provides a backdrop for the clash between Greek philosophy and the Christian message.and then returned with instructions The return of the escorts with instructions underscores the strategic planning involved in Paul’s missionary work. It shows the importance of communication and coordination among early Christians, ensuring that the mission continued effectively despite challenges.for Silas and Timothy to join him Silas and Timothy were key companions of Paul, playing crucial roles in the spread of the Gospel. Their partnership exemplifies the model of discipleship and mentorship in the early church. Timothy, in particular, is a significant figure, later becoming a leader in the church and recipient of Paul’s pastoral letters (1 Timothy, 2 Timothy).as soon as possible The urgency in Paul’s request highlights the pressing nature of his mission and the challenges he faced in Athens. It reflects the early church’s commitment to spreading the Gospel rapidly and effectively, often in the face of opposition. This urgency is mirrored in other parts of Acts, where the apostles act swiftly to respond to the Holy Spirit’s leading (<a href="/acts/8-26.htm">Acts 8:26-40, 16</a>:9-10).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> A key apostle in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles. In this passage, he is being escorted to Athens for his safety. 2. <a href="/topical/s/silas.htm">Silas</a> A leader in the early church and a companion of Paul on his missionary journeys. He is instructed to join Paul in Athens. 3. <a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a> A young disciple and close associate of Paul, known for his faith and leadership in the early church. He is also instructed to join Paul in Athens. 4. <a href="/topical/a/athens.htm">Athens</a> A major city in ancient Greece, known for its rich history in philosophy and culture. It serves as the setting for Paul's upcoming ministry and discourse. 5. <a href="/topical/e/escorts.htm">Escorts</a> Unnamed individuals who accompany Paul to Athens, ensuring his safe travel amidst potential threats.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_fellowship_and_support_in_ministry.htm">The Importance of Fellowship and Support in Ministry</a> Paul’s journey to Athens with escorts highlights the necessity of community and support in ministry. We are not meant to serve alone but in partnership with others. <a href="/topical/s/strategic_planning_in_ministry.htm">Strategic Planning in Ministry</a> Paul’s instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him show the importance of strategic planning and coordination in ministry efforts. We should be intentional in our actions and collaborations. <a href="/topical/c/courage_and_perseverance_in_the_face_of_opposition.htm">Courage and Perseverance in the Face of Opposition</a> Despite potential threats, Paul continues his mission. This teaches us to remain steadfast and courageous in our faith, even when facing challenges. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_young_leaders_in_the_church.htm">The Role of Young Leaders in the Church</a> Timothy’s involvement underscores the value of mentoring and empowering young leaders within the church. We should invest in the next generation of Christian leaders. <a href="/topical/c/cultural_engagement_with_the_gospel.htm">Cultural Engagement with the Gospel</a> Paul’s presence in Athens, a center of philosophical thought, sets the stage for engaging with different cultures and worldviews. We are called to thoughtfully and respectfully share the Gospel in diverse contexts.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 17</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_identity_of_the_bereans.htm">What is the identity of the Bereans?</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_silas's_biblical_life.htm">What are the key events in Silas's biblical life?</a> <a href="/q/verify_timothy's_athens-thessalonica_trip.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:1–2: How do we verify Paul’s claim that Timothy was sent from Athens to Thessalonica when some question the historical route and timeline of Paul’s journeys? </a> <a href="/q/biblical_view_on_short-term_missions.htm">What is the biblical perspective on short-term missions?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/17.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 15. - But for and, A.V.; as far as for unto (ἕως), A.V.; Timothy for Timotheus, A.V.; that they should come for for to come, A.V. They that conducted, etc. (οἱ καθιστῶντες). The verb καθίστημι, in its primary sense, means to "place any one" in a given spot; and thence secondarily, to "conduct" or" escort" any one to a place, to "set him down" at such a place. So Homer ('Odyssey,' 13:294) uses the word of transporting any one by ship to this or that town (quoted by Meyer). There is the indication in the word of St. Paul's defect of sight or infirmity. Receiving a commandment, etc. We learn here that St. Paul sent a message to Silas and Timothy to join him at Athens as quickly as possible, and at ver. 16 that he waited at Athens for them. From <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-1.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:1, 2</a>, we learn that he sent Timothy from Athens back to Thessalonica; and from <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-6.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:6</a> we learn that Timothy came to St. Paul at Corinth (where the Epistle to the Thessalonians was written) from Thessalonica. We also learn from <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-1.htm">1 Thessalonians 1:1</a> that Silas and Timothy were both with him at Corinth when he wrote the Epistle, and from <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> that they had both come to Corinth from Macedonia, some weeks after Paul himself had been at Corinth (<a href="/acts/18-4.htm">Acts 18:4, 5</a>). All these statements harmonize perfectly (as Paley has shown) on the supposition that Silas and Timothy did join St. Paul at Athens; that for the reasons given in <a href="/1_thessalonians/3.htm">1 Thessalonians 3</a>, when he was unable to return to Thessalonica himself, as he much wished, he sent Timothy back to Thessalonica, and Silas probably to Beraea; and that Silas and Timothy came together from Macedonia to Corinth, where St. Paul had gone alone; where it may be noted, as another undesigned coincidence, that whereas the First Epistle to the Thessalonians implies that Silas did not go to Thessalonica (<a href="/1_thessalonians/3-2.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:2</a>), <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> does not say that Silas and Timothy came from Thessalonica, but from Macedonia. The inaccuracy supposed by Meyer (on this verse) is purely imaginary. <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> does not say that Silas and Timothy "only joined Paul at Corinth," but merely relates some change in St. Paul's procedure consequent upon their joining him at Corinth. Alford (on this verse), in saying that Paul sent Timothy from Beraea, not from Athens, is guided by his own idea of what is probable, not by the letter of the narrative (see further note on Acts 18:5). <a href="/commentaries/acts/17-15.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Those who οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. escorted καθιστάνοντες (kathistanontes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2525.htm">Strong's 2525: </a> From kata and histemi; to place down, i.e. to designate, constitute, convoy. Paul Παῦλον (Paulon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3972.htm">Strong's 3972: </a> Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. brought [him] ἤγαγον (ēgagon) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_71.htm">Strong's 71: </a> A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce. to ἕως (heōs) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_2193.htm">Strong's 2193: </a> A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until. Athens Ἀθηνῶν (Athēnōn) Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_116.htm">Strong's 116: </a> Athens, the intellectual capital of Greece. Plural of Athene; Athenoe, the capitol of Greece. and then καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [returned] ἐξῄεσαν (exēesan) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1826.htm">Strong's 1826: </a> (originally: I shall go out), I go out (away), depart. From ek and eimi; to issue, i.e. Leave, escape. with λαβόντες (labontes) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2983.htm">Strong's 2983: </a> (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. instructions ἐντολὴν (entolēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1785.htm">Strong's 1785: </a> An ordinance, injunction, command, law. From entellomai; injunction, i.e. An authoritative prescription. for πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. Silas Σιλᾶν (Silan) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4609.htm">Strong's 4609: </a> Silas, a pet-form of the name Silvanus; a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Contraction for Silouanos; Silas, a Christian. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Timothy Τιμόθεον (Timotheon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5095.htm">Strong's 5095: </a> Timothy, a Christian of Lystra, helper of Paul. From time and theos; dear to God; Timotheus, a Christian. to ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. [join] ἔλθωσιν (elthōsin) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2064.htm">Strong's 2064: </a> To come, go. him αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. as ὡς (hōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_5613.htm">Strong's 5613: </a> Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. soon as possible. τάχιστα (tachista) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Plural - Superlative <a href="/greek/strongs_5033.htm">Strong's 5033: </a> Neuter plural of the superlative of tachus; most quickly, i.e. as soon as possible. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/acts/17-15.htm">Acts 17:15 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/acts/17-15.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 17:15 But those who escorted Paul brought him (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/17-14.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 17:14"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 17:14" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/17-16.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 17:16"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 17:16" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>