The contention was so sharp [ε γ ε ν ε τ ο π α ρ ο ξ υ σ μ ο ς]. More correctly, there arose a sharp contention. Only here and Hebrews 10:24. Our word paroxysm is a transcription of paroxusmov. An angry dispute is indicated.

Barnabas. The last mention of him in the Acts.

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Old Testament