Commentaries:Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
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Acts 6:2-4
the multitude—the general body of the disciples.
It is not reason—The word expresses dislike; that is "We cannot submit."
to leave the word of God—to have our time and attention withdrawn from preaching; which, it thus appears, they regarded as their primary duty.
to serve tables—oversee the distribution of provisions.
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing Acts 6:2:
Acts 6:1
1 Corinthians 4:1
1 Corinthians 12:28
1 Timothy 3:8
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