Acts 20:7

Hebrew Bible (DHNT) 1885 - Delitzsch's Hebrew New Testament

ויהי באחד בשבת כאשר נאספו התלמידים לבצע הלחם וידבר אתם פולוס כי־אמר ללכת משם למחרת היום ויארך הדבר עד־חצות הלילה׃

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a meeting of the disciples on Sunday where they shared bread and listened to Paul preach until midnight, as he was about to leave them. The key message is about community gathering and preaching.

Explained for Children

Imagine it's like when your friends come over for pizza and you all sit around telling stories late into the night, but instead of stories, one person shares important lessons from their travels.

Historical Background

The book of Acts was written by Luke, likely between AD 60-80. This passage focuses on Paul's final journey to Jerusalem. The context is a time when early Christians were meeting regularly and sharing meals as part of their worship practices.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse can encourage us to gather with our communities for meaningful discussions and teachings, perhaps organizing weekly meetings where people share insights from their experiences or learn about faith together.

Topics

• community
• worship
• teaching
• discipleship
• faithfulness
• sacrifice

Related Verses

• Luke 24:30
• 1 Corinthians 16:2
• John 6:59
• Genesis 17:10
• Revelation 1:10

Recommended Reading

Commentary Acts Commentaries → Get This Bible DHNT Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was breaking bread important to the disciples?

Breaking bread symbolized unity and sharing among believers, reflecting Jesus' last supper with his disciples before his crucifixion.

What can we learn from Paul's late-night preaching?

Paul’s dedication shows us the importance of commitment to spreading faith even when it means sacrificing personal time for others’ spiritual growth.

How does this relate to today's church meetings?

Modern churches can see how important regular gatherings are, focusing not just on routine but on meaningful interaction and teaching among believers.

What is the significance of the first day of the week in early Christianity?

The Sunday meeting reflects a shift from the Jewish Sabbath to Sunday as the day commemorating Christ’s resurrection, setting it apart for Christian worship and community gatherings.