Acts 3:4

King James Version:

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And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us.

Complete Jewish Bible:

But they stared straight at him; and Kefa said, “Look at us!”

Berean Standard Bible:

Peter looked directly at him, as did John. “Look at us!” said Peter.

American Standard Version:

And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him, with John, said, Look on us.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G1161} Peter^{G4074}, fastening his eyes^{G816} upon^{G1519} him^{G846} with^{G4862} John^{G2491}, said^{G2036}, Look^{G991} on^{G1519} us^{G2248}.

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Commentary for Acts 3:4

Acts 3:4 is a verse set within the historical context of the early Christian church, shortly after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. The book of Acts, written by Luke, details the growth and spread of the church, as well as the acts of the apostles, particularly Peter and Paul.

In this specific verse, Peter and John, two of Jesus' closest disciples, are on their way to the temple in Jerusalem for afternoon prayers. They encounter a man who is lame from birth, sitting at the temple gate called Beautiful, begging for alms. This man, whose physical condition would have made him a well-known figure to the temple-goers, represents the broader theme of human need and the transformative power of faith.

The verse captures a pivotal moment: "And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, 'Look on us.'" This directive, "Look on us," is significant. It is a call for the lame man to engage with the apostles, to make eye contact, and to be open to what is about to happen. Peter's gaze, joined with John's, signifies an intentional and focused encounter, highlighting the themes of attention, expectation, and the personal connection between those who minister and those in need.

The verse sets the stage for a miracle that follows, where Peter, in the name of Jesus Christ, heals the man, who then enters the temple walking and leaping and praising God. This event not only demonstrates the apostolic authority and the power of Jesus' name but also serves as a powerful sign to the people, leading to many conversions and the further spread of the Gospel. It underscores the early Christians' belief in divine healing and the continuation of Jesus' miraculous works through His disciples, as well as the transformative impact of the Christian message on individuals and society.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. 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.
   
3. Strong's Number: G816
   There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀτενίζω
   Transliteration: atenízō
   Pronunciation: at-en-id'-zo
   Description: from a compound of Α (as a particle of union) and (to stretch); to gaze intently:--behold earnestly (stedfastly), fasten (eyes), look (earnestly, stedfastly, up stedfastly), set eyes.
   
4. 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).
   
5. Strong's Number: G846
   There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: αὐτός
   Transliteration: autós
   Pronunciation: ow-tos'
   Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
   
6. Strong's Number: G4862
   There are 121 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: σύν
   Transliteration: sýn
   Pronunciation: soon
   Description: a primary preposition denoting union; with or together (but much closer than μετά or παρά), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.:--beside, with. In composition it has similar applications, including completeness.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2491
   There are 130 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Ἰωάννης
   Transliteration: Iōánnēs
   Pronunciation: ee-o-an'-nace
   Description: of Hebrew origin (יוֹחָנָן); Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites:--John.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2036
   There are 901 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἔπω
   Transliteration: épō
   Pronunciation: ep'-o
   Description: a primary verb (used only in the definite past tense, the others being borrowed from ἐρέω, ῥέω, and φημί); to speak or say (by word or writing):--answer, bid, bring word, call, command, grant, say (on), speak, tell. Compare λέγω.
   
9. Strong's Number: G991
   There are 119 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: βλέπω
   Transliteration: blépō
   Pronunciation: blep'-o
   Description: a primary verb; to look at (literally or figuratively):--behold, beware, lie, look (on, to), perceive, regard, see, sight, take heed. Compare ὀπτάνομαι.
   
10. Strong's Number: G2248
    There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἡμᾶς
    Transliteration: hēmâs
    Pronunciation: hay-mas'
    Description: accusative case plural of ἐγώ; us:--our, us, we.