Acts 3:6

Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.

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Kefa said, “I don’t have silver, and I don’t have gold, but what I do have I give to you: in the name of the Messiah, Yeshua of Natzeret, walk!”

But Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, get up and walk!”

But Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but what I have, that give I thee. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.

Commentary on Acts 3:6 (KJV)

This verse describes a pivotal moment in the early church, immediately after the events of Pentecost. Peter and John are going to the temple to pray and encounter a man lame from birth begging at the gate called Beautiful.

Key Themes and Messages:

  • Spiritual Power vs. Material Wealth: Peter's honest declaration, "Silver and gold have I none," highlights the early disciples' lack of material resources. Their power did not come from worldly possessions but from their relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • The Authority of Jesus' Name: The core of the action is the command, "In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk." This demonstrates that the power to heal and perform miracles resided not in Peter or John themselves, but in the authority and power of Jesus Christ, acting through them.
  • Identification of Jesus: Specifying "Jesus Christ of Nazareth" was important. It identified the crucified and resurrected man from Nazareth as the Messiah ("Christ"), emphasizing that the power came from the specific person they had followed and witnessed.
  • Immediate and Powerful Healing: The result is a dramatic and undeniable healing, confirming the divine power at work through the apostles.

Linguistic Insights:

The phrase "In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth" (Greek: en tō onomati Iēsou Christou tou Nazaraiou) signifies acting by the authority, power, and character of Jesus. It's more than just speaking a name; it's invoking His presence and power.

Cross-References:

Practical Application:

This verse reminds believers that true spiritual effectiveness comes not from wealth or worldly resources, but from the power and authority granted through Jesus Christ. We are called to minister in His name, relying on His power to accomplish His will.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Acts 3:16

    And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all.

  • Acts 10:38

    How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.

  • Acts 4:10

    Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, [even] by him doth this man stand here before you whole.

  • Acts 9:34

    And Peter said unto him, Aeneas, Jesus Christ maketh thee whole: arise, and make thy bed. And he arose immediately.

  • 2 Corinthians 8:9

    For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.

  • Acts 16:18

    And this did she many days. But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, I command thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And he came out the same hour.

  • Mark 16:17

    And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;

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