King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And now send men to Joppa, and call for [one] Simon, whose surname is Peter:
Complete Jewish Bible:
Now send some men to Yafo to bring back a man named Shim‘on, also called Kefa.
Berean Standard Bible:
Now send men to Joppa to call for a man named Simon who is called Peter.
American Standard Version:
And now send men to Joppa, and fetch one Simon, who is surnamed Peter:
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And{G2532} now{G3568} send{G3992} men{G435} to{G1519} Joppa{G2445}, and{G2532} call for{G3343} one Simon{G4613}, whose{G3739} surname is{G1941} Peter{G4074}:
Cross-References (KJV):
Acts 16:9
- And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us.
Acts 15:7
- And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men [and] brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe.
Acts 9:36
- ¶ Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.
Mark 3:16
- And Simon he surnamed Peter;
John 1:42
- And he brought him to Jesus. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, Thou art Simon the son of Jona: thou shalt be called Cephas, which is by interpretation, A stone.
Acts 10:32
- Send therefore to Joppa, and call hither Simon, whose surname is Peter; he is lodged in the house of [one] Simon a tanner by the sea side: who, when he cometh, shall speak unto thee.
Acts 9:38
- And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring [him] that he would not delay to come to them.
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Commentary for Acts 10:5
Acts 10:5 is a pivotal verse in the early Christian narrative, marking a significant moment in the expansion of the early Church beyond its Jewish origins. The verse is part of a larger account involving Cornelius, a Roman centurion and a God-fearer (a Gentile who worshipped the God of Israel), and Simon Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples and a leader in the early Christian community.
In the historical context, the book of Acts is chronicling the spread of Christianity in the decades following Jesus' resurrection. Acts 10:5 is set in Caesarea, where Cornelius lives. Cornelius is described as devout, God-fearing, and generous to the poor, yet he is not a Jew and therefore not part of the covenant people of God as they were traditionally understood.
The verse itself represents a divine directive given to Cornelius through an angelic vision. He is instructed to send for Simon Peter, who is staying in Joppa (modern-day Jaffa, part of Tel Aviv in Israel), to hear what Peter has been instructed by God to say. This event is crucial because it sets the stage for the first intentional outreach by the Christian Church to the Gentiles, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
The themes present in this verse include divine guidance, the breaking down of ethnic and religious barriers, and the universality of the Christian message. God is shown to be actively involved in directing the affairs of the early Church, leading both Jews (like Peter) and Gentiles (like Cornelius) into a new understanding of community and faith. The subsequent encounter between Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10:24-48 results in the Gentiles receiving the Holy Spirit, confirming that salvation through Jesus Christ is for all people, not just the Jewish nation—a radical shift in the early Christian movement. This event is foundational in shaping the early Church's mission and theology, emphasizing inclusivity and the fulfillment of God's promise to bless all nations through Abraham's offspring (Genesis 12:3, 22:18).
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G3568
There are 133 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: νῦν
Transliteration: nŷn
Pronunciation: noon
Description: a primary particle of present time; "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate:--henceforth, + hereafter, of late, soon, present, this (time). See also τανῦν, νυνί. - Strong's Number: G3992
There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πέμπω
Transliteration: pémpō
Pronunciation: pem'-po
Description: apparently a primary verb; to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and στέλλω denotes properly, the orderly motion involved), especially on a temporary errand; also to transmit, bestow, or wield:--send, thrust in. - Strong's Number: G435
There are 279 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀνήρ
Transliteration: anḗr
Pronunciation: an'-ayr
Description: a primary word (compare ἄνθρωπος); a man (properly as an individual male):--fellow, husband, man, sir. - Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively). - Strong's Number: G2445
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἰόππη
Transliteration: Ióppē
Pronunciation: ee-op'-pay
Description: of Hebrew origin (יָפוֹ); Joppe (i.e. Japho), a place in Palestine:--Joppa. - Strong's Number: G3343
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μεταπέμπω
Transliteration: metapémpō
Pronunciation: met-ap-emp'-o
Description: from μετά and πέμπω; to send from elsewhere, i.e. (middle voice) to summon or invite:--call (send) for. - Strong's Number: G4613
There are 70 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Σίμων
Transliteration: Símōn
Pronunciation: see'-mone
Description: of Hebrew origin (שִׁמְעוֹן); Simon (i.e. Shimon), the name of nine Israelites:--Simon. Compare Συμεών. - Strong's Number: G3739
There are 1215 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅς
Transliteration: hós
Pronunciation: ho
Description: probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article ὁ); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that:--one, (an-, the) other, some, that, what, which, who(-m, -se), etc. See also οὗ. - Strong's Number: G1941
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπικαλέομαι
Transliteration: epikaléomai
Pronunciation: ep-ee-kal-eh'-om-ahee
Description: middle voice from ἐπί and καλέω; to entitle; by implication, to invoke (for aid, worship, testimony, decision, etc.):--appeal (unto), call (on, upon), surname. - Strong's Number: G4074
There are 157 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Πέτρος
Transliteration: Pétros
Pronunciation: pet'-ros
Description: apparently a primary word; a (piece of) rock (larger than λίθος); as a name, Petrus, an apostle:--Peter, rock. Compare Κηφᾶς.