Acts 16:36

And the keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul, The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore depart, and go in peace.

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Other Translations for Acts 16:36

BSB
The jailer informed Paul: "The magistrates have sent orders to release you. Now you may go on your way in peace."
AKJV
And the keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul, The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore depart, and go in peace.
CPDV
But the prison guard reported these words to Paul: "The magistrates have sent to have you released. Now therefore, depart. Go in peace."
ERV
And the jailor reported the words to Paul, saying, The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore come forth, and go in peace.
NHEB
The jailer reported these words to Paul, saying, "The magistrates have sent to let you go; now therefore come out, and go in peace."
SMT
And the jailor announced these words to Paul, That the generals have sent that ye be loosed: now therefore having come out, go in peace.

Commentary for Acts 16:36

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Acts 16:36
Summary
Jailer reports order, encourages peaceful departure
Place
Prison in Philippi
Event
Jailer conveys release order
Estimated Time Period
c. 50 AD
Category
Narrative