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Who also honoured us with many honours; and when we departed, they laded [us] with such things as were necessary.

Who {G3739} also {G2532} honoured {G5092} us {G2248} with many {G4183} honours {G5091}; and {G2532} when we departed {G321}, they laded {G2007} us with such things as {G4314} were necessary {G5532}.

They heaped honors on us; and when the time came for us to sail, they provided the supplies we needed.

The islanders honored us in many ways and supplied our needs when we were ready to sail.

who also honored us with many honors; and when we sailed, they put on board such things as we needed.

Commentary

Acts 28:10 (KJV) describes the grateful response of the people of Malta to the Apostle Paul and his companions after their miraculous shipwreck and subsequent ministry on the island. This verse highlights the deep appreciation shown to them, not just in words but in tangible acts of kindness and provision for their onward journey.

Context

This verse follows the dramatic events of a shipwreck near the island of Malta, as detailed in Acts 27:41. Upon reaching the island, Paul was bitten by a viper but suffered no ill effects, astonishing the locals (Acts 28:3-6). Subsequently, Paul healed Publius's father, the chief man of the island, from fever and dysentery, which led to many other sick islanders coming to Paul for healing (Acts 28:7-9). Acts 28:10 serves as a summary of the islanders' collective gratitude and generosity towards Paul and his fellow travelers before they resumed their voyage to Rome.

Key Themes

  • Hospitality and Generosity: The people of Malta, despite being "barbarous people" (Acts 28:2 KJV), showed extraordinary kindness and hospitality to Paul and his shipwrecked company. Their actions exemplify the biblical call to show hospitality, even to strangers.
  • Divine Provision: This verse underscores God's providential care for His servants. After a perilous journey and shipwreck, Paul and his companions were not left destitute but were abundantly supplied with all necessities for their continued mission. This demonstrates how God can raise up unexpected sources of help and provision.
  • Gratitude and Reciprocity: The "many honours" and provisions were a direct response to Paul's ministry of healing and the spiritual impact he had on the island. It illustrates a principle of reciprocity, where acts of service and kindness are often met with gratitude and support.
  • The Impact of Christian Service: Paul's selfless acts of healing and witness had a profound effect on the Maltese people, leading not only to physical blessings for them but also to generous provision for the apostles. This highlights the transformative power of the Gospel and acts of compassion.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "honoured us with many honours" translates from the Greek word τιμαῖς (*timais*), which conveys not just verbal praise or respect but also a sense of value, material gifts, and privileges. It suggests that their appreciation was expressed through significant and tangible gestures. The word "laded" (ἐπέθεντο - *epethento*) implies that they were generously supplied, literally "placed upon" them, a substantial amount of necessary provisions for their sea journey.

Practical Application

Acts 28:10 offers several insights for believers today:

  1. Embrace Generosity: It reminds us of the importance of being generous, especially towards those who serve and those in need, echoing the spirit of Hebrews 13:2.
  2. Trust in God's Provision: Even in unexpected and challenging circumstances, God often provides for His people through the kindness of others, reinforcing the promise that He will supply all our needs.
  3. Respond with Gratitude: The islanders' response encourages us to express genuine gratitude for the blessings and help we receive, particularly from those who minister to us or show us kindness.
  4. Impact of Service: Our acts of service and compassion, even in difficult situations, can lead to unexpected blessings and open doors, demonstrating the love of Christ to those around us.
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Cross-References

  • 1 Thessalonians 2:6 (4 votes)

    Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor [yet] of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ.

  • Philippians 4:19 (3 votes)

    But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

  • Matthew 6:31 (3 votes)

    Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

  • Matthew 6:34 (3 votes)

    Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

  • Philippians 4:11 (3 votes)

    Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.

  • Philippians 4:12 (3 votes)

    I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.

  • 2 Corinthians 9:5 (2 votes)

    Therefore I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren, that they would go before unto you, and make up beforehand your bounty, whereof ye had notice before, that the same might be ready, as [a matter of] bounty, and not as [of] covetousness.