Acts 15:34


King James Bible
Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.

New King James Version
However, it seemed good to Silas to remain there.

New American Standard Bible


NASB 1995
But it seemed good to Silas to remain there.

NASB 1977
[But it seemed good to Silas to remain there.]

Legacy Standard Bible
[But it seemed good to Silas to remain there.]

Amplified Bible
[However, Silas decided to stay there.]

American Standard Version
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English Revised Version


Majority Standard Bible


New Heart English Bible
However, Silas decided to remain there.

Webster's Bible Translation
Notwithstanding, it pleased Silas to abide there still.

Weymouth New Testament
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
[[and it seemed good to Silas to remain there still.]]

Young's Literal Translation
and it seemed good to Silas to remain there still.

Smith's Literal Translation
And it seemed fitting to Silas to wait for him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But it seemed good unto Silas to remain there; and Judas alone departed to Jerusalem.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But it seemed good to Silas to remain there. So Judas alone departed to Jerusalem.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
However, it was Shila's will to remain there.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But it pleased Silas to remain there.

Godbey New Testament


Haweis New Testament
However Silas thought proper to abide there.

Mace New Testament
however Silas thought fit to stay at Antioch,

Weymouth New Testament


Worrell New Testament
OMITTED TEXT.

Worsley New Testament
But it seemed good to Silas to continue there: Paul also and Barnabas stayed at Antioch,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Believers at Antioch Rejoice
……

Cross References
Acts 13:13
After setting sail from Paphos, Paul and his companions came to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem.

Acts 13:43
After the synagogue was dismissed, many of the Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, who spoke to them and urged them to continue in the grace of God.

Acts 13:46
Then Paul and Barnabas answered them boldly: “It was necessary to speak the word of God to you first. But since you reject it and do not consider yourselves worthy of eternal life, we now turn to the Gentiles.

Acts 14:21-23
They preached the gospel to that city and made many disciples. Then they returned to Lystra, Iconium, and Antioch, / strengthening the souls of the disciples and encouraging them to continue in the faith. “We must endure many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said. / Paul and Barnabas appointed elders for them in each church, praying and fasting as they entrusted them to the Lord, in whom they had believed.

Acts 16:1-3
Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where he found a disciple named Timothy, the son of a believing Jewish woman and a Greek father. / The brothers in Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. / Paul wanted Timothy to accompany him, so he took him and circumcised him on account of the Jews in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek.

Acts 9:27
Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus.

Acts 11:22-24
When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch. / When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to abide in the Lord with all their hearts. / Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord.

Acts 12:25
When Barnabas and Saul had fulfilled their mission to Jerusalem, they returned, bringing with them John, also called Mark.

Acts 18:23
After Paul had spent some time in Antioch, he traveled from place to place throughout the region of Galatia and Phrygia, strengthening all the disciples.

Acts 19:22
He sent two of his helpers, Timothy and Erastus, to Macedonia, while he stayed for a time in the province of Asia.

Acts 20:4
Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.

Acts 21:16
Some of the disciples from Caesarea accompanied us, and they took us to stay at the home of Mnason the Cypriot, an early disciple.

Acts 8:14-17
When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them. / On their arrival, they prayed for them to receive the Holy Spirit. / For the Holy Spirit had not yet fallen upon any of them; they had simply been baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus. ...

Acts 11:30
This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul.

Acts 15:2
And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question.


Treasury of Scripture

Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.

it pleased.

Acts 11:25,26
Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: …

Acts 18:27
And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace:

1 Corinthians 16:12
As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time.

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Acts 15
1. Great dissensions arise regarding circumcision.
5. The apostles consult about it,
22. and send their determination by letters to the churches.
36. Paul and Barnabas, thinking to visit the brothers together,
39. disagree, and travel different ways.














Notwithstanding
This word serves as a conjunction that introduces a contrast or exception to what has been previously stated. In the context of Acts 15, the Jerusalem Council had just concluded, and the apostles and elders had sent Judas (called Barsabbas) and Silas to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. The use of "notwithstanding" here indicates a decision that diverges from the expected or planned course of action. It highlights the sovereignty of God in guiding individual decisions for His purposes, even when they differ from human plans.

it pleased
The phrase "it pleased" suggests a personal decision or inclination. In the Greek, the word used is "ἔδοξεν" (edoxen), which implies a deliberate choice or judgment. This reflects the freedom and agency given to believers in making decisions that align with God's will. Silas's decision to stay in Antioch was not merely a matter of duty but one of personal conviction and satisfaction, indicating his commitment to the work of the Gospel.

Silas
Silas, also known as Silvanus, was a prominent leader in the early church. His name is of Latin origin, meaning "wood" or "forest," which may symbolize strength and resilience. Silas was a Roman citizen and a prophet, as mentioned earlier in Acts 15:32. His decision to remain in Antioch underscores his dedication to the mission and his role as a stabilizing force in the early church. Historically, Silas is known for accompanying Paul on his second missionary journey, further emphasizing his importance in the spread of Christianity.

to abide
The word "abide" comes from the Greek "ἐπιμένειν" (epimenein), meaning to remain or stay. This term conveys a sense of steadfastness and perseverance. In the context of the early church, abiding in a location was not merely about physical presence but also about spiritual commitment and support for the local believers. Silas's decision to abide in Antioch reflects his willingness to invest in the spiritual growth and stability of the church there.

there
The word "there" refers to Antioch, a significant center for early Christianity. Antioch was the first place where believers were called Christians (Acts 11:26) and served as a launching point for missionary journeys. The city's diverse population and strategic location made it an ideal place for the spread of the Gospel. Silas's presence in Antioch would have been crucial for encouraging and strengthening the believers in this vibrant and challenging environment.

still
The word "still" implies continuity and persistence. It suggests that Silas's decision to remain was not temporary but rather an ongoing commitment. This highlights the importance of perseverance in ministry and the need for leaders who are willing to invest time and effort in nurturing the faith of others. Silas's continued presence in Antioch would have provided stability and encouragement to the early church as it navigated challenges and opportunities for growth.

Verse 34. - This verse is omitted in the R.T. and by the best manuscripts and commentators. It seems to have been put in to explain ver. 40. But Silas may have returned to Jerusalem, as stated in ver. 33, and come back again to Antioch, from having formed a strong attachment to St. Paul and his views.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
It seemed good
ἔδοξε (edoxe)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1380: To think, seem, appear, it seems.

however
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A weak adversative particle, generally placed second in its clause; but, on the other hand, and.

to Silas
Σίλᾳ (Sila)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4609: Silas, a pet-form of the name Silvanus; a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul.

to remain
ἐπιμεῖναι (epimeinai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 1961: (a) to remain, tarry, (b) to remain in, persist in.

there.
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Adverb
Strong's 847: Here, there.


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