Act 13:9 | JFB | STEP | 8-12. But Elymas-- or "the wise." for so is his name by interpretation-- the word is from the Arabic. withstood them-- perceiving, probably, how eagerly the proconsul was drinking in the word, and fearing a dismissal. (Compare ).

‏ Acts 13:9

8-12. But Elymas--or "the wise."

for so is his name by interpretation--the word is from the Arabic.

withstood them--perceiving, probably, how eagerly the proconsul was drinking in the word, and fearing a dismissal. (Compare 2Ti 3:8).