Acts 10:29
What does Acts 10:29 mean?
A plain-English look at Acts 10:29 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Acts 10:29 means
Because of this new understanding revealed by God, Peter explains that he came without hesitation or argument when summoned. He then directly asks Cornelius the purpose for which he was sent for. This response demonstrates Peter's humble obedience to God's revised command and his desire to understand the full scope of God's plans. His question invites Cornelius to share his part of the divine encounter, allowing both narratives to converge.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000wherefore also I came without gainsaying, when I was sent for. I ask therefore with what intent ye sent for me.
KJV
King James Version · 1611Therefore came I unto you without gainsaying, as soon as I was sent for: I ask therefore for what intent ye have sent for me?
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901wherefore also I came without gainsaying, when I was sent for. I ask therefore with what intent ye sent for me.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949And so I came without question, when I was sent for. What then is your purpose in sending for me?
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862therefore also without gainsaying I came, having been sent for; I ask, therefore, for what matter ye did send for me?'
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752For which cause, making no doubt, I came when I was sent for. I ask, therefore, for what cause you have sent for me?
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890Wherefore also, having been sent for, I came without saying anything against it. I inquire therefore for what reason ye have sent for me.
Context
Following Peter's groundbreaking declaration about God's redefinition of purity, this verse explains his willing obedience in coming to Caesarea. His direct question to Cornelius then prompts Cornelius to fulfill his part of the divine narrative, providing the final piece of the puzzle for Peter. This exchange confirms the divine orchestration of the entire situation, directly leading into Cornelius's recounting of his angelic encounter.
v.28and he said unto them, Ye yourselves know how it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to join himself or come unto one of another nation; and yet unto me hath God showed that I should not call any man common or unclean:
v.29This passage
v.30And Cornelius said, Four days ago, until this hour, I was keeping the ninth hour of prayer in my house; and behold, a man stood before me in bright apparel,
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- 1 Peter 3:15
but sanctify in your hearts Christ as Lord: being ready always to give answer to every man that asketh you a reason concerning the hope that is in you, yet with meekness and fear:
- Psalms 119:60
I made haste, and delayed not, To observe thy commandments.
- Acts 10:19
And while Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee.
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