Acts 5:12

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And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders done among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch.

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George Leo Haydock

AD 1849

Solomon's porch. This was outside of the temple, open to all, Jews and Gentiles, pure and impure. They assembled here, because it was a large place, where they could speak to many assembled. Had it been within the temple, the priests would have interrupted them, and not have wanted pretexts to silence them. (Calmet)

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John Chrysostom

AD 407

No longer in a house, but having occupied the very Temple, they there passed their time! No longer they guarded themselves against touching the unclean; nay, without scruple they handled the dead. And observe how, while to their own people they are severe, against the aliens they do not exercise their power.

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John Chrysostom

AD 407

So entirely by their own act had they invited upon themselves the vengeance! Who after that would not be struck with awe? Who would not fear the Apostle? Who would not marvel? Who not be afraid?

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John Chrysostom

AD 407

After this fear had come upon them, he wrought more miracles; both Peter and the rest.

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