James sums up the discussion, and pronounces the decision of the Church on this Controversy

13. James i.e. the brother of the Lord, and bishop of Jerusalem, see above on Acts 12:17.

Men and brethren See note on Acts 1:16.

hearken unto me The president's summary takes no note of the "much disputing" (Acts 15:7) but points out that a divine revelation had been made to Peter, and that it was accordant with the words of Old Testament prophecy. On these warrants he based his decision.

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