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Acts 12:3
The phrase "Days of Unleavened Bread" is only used in two places (Acts 12:3; 20:6), and in these instances, Luke refers to a span of time that can be slightly longer than the seven days of the Feast. Aside from this, the seven-day observance itself is consistently called the "Feast of Unleavened Bread," showing that this is a time to celebrate.
David C. Grabbe
Why Do We Observe Unleavened Bread? (Part One)Related Topics: Days of Unleavened Bread | Feast of Unleavened Bread | Unleavened Bread a Time to Celebrate | Why Do We Observe Unleavened BreadOther Forerunner Commentary entries containing Acts 12:3:
Exodus 12:17
Amos 8:11-14
John 17:14
Acts 12:3
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What Does Acts 12:3 Mean?
In Acts 12:3, the timing of Peter's seizure by Herod is noted as occurring during the Days of Unleavened Bread. This phrase, also appearing in Acts 20:6, describes a period that may extend slightly beyond the traditional seven days of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. While the seven-day observance is consistently referred to as the Feast of Unleavened Bread, marking a time of celebration, the term "Days of Unleavened Bread" used by Luke indicates a broader span of time surrounding this festive period. This context highlights the specific timeframe during which Herod's actions against Peter took place, aligning with a significant cultural and religious moment.