Tag: circumcision
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Circumcision < Saul's Extreme Cultural Cut of Timothy
Why does circumcision of Timothy now seem to be a necessity if he is to continue with Paul and Silas on this second missionary journey? After parting ways with Barnabas, Paul has chosen Silas and departed, having been commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. And he went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches. Acts…
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A.D. 49 – the Council at Jerusalem
Acts 15 – a council of the Apostles in Jerusalem Arrival of Paul and Barnabas from the Church at Antioch Syria 4 When they came to Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and the apostles and the elders, and they declared all that God had done with them. Historical context: In A.D. 49, nearly two decades after…
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