they were filled with envy(jealousy)] The exclusive spirit, which was so engrafted in the Jewish race, asserted itself as soon as they saw the Gentiles gathered to hear the Apostles. The teaching of men who would admit all mankind to the same privileges, was abhorrent to them. For themselves and for proselytes they could accept a message as God-sent, and tolerate some modifications in their teaching and practice, but they could not endure that the Gentiles should be made equal with God's ancient people.

contradicting and blaspheming The first two words are omitted in the oldest texts. See for similar conduct of the Jews at Corinth under like circumstances, Acts 18:6.

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