Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Acts 3:15
15. Prince Compounded of ‘ Αρχη , beginning, or origin, and αγω , to lead; the word may signify prime author or original source. But as a military term it may signify prime leader or general. So Hebrews 2:10, “Captain of our salvation.” This last meaning designates Jesus as leading his followers in the way of life. Witnesses Notes on Acts 2:32 and Luke 1:2. And the miracle just performed rendered its performers conclusive witnesses of the resurrection miracle; doubly so from the... read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Acts 3:13
13. The God of Abraham This is no foreign false miracle opposed to Jehovah and condemned by Moses; on the contrary it is in the Abrahamic line, under the sanction of God, and by the true Messiah. Peter presents next a striking series of contrasts, which at once honour Jesus and condemn his Jewish hearers. God glorified Jesus; they surrendered him. Pilate would have freed him, and they denied him. They rejected the Holy One, and preferred a murderer. They destroyed the life of... read more