Acts 4:13

Boldness. See on freely, ch. 2 29.

Perceived [κ α τ α λ α β ο μ ε ν ο ι]. The word, meaning originally to seize upon or lay hold of, occurs frequently in the New Testament in different phases of this original sense. Thus, to apprehend or grasp, Ephesians 3:18; Philippians 3:12; Philippians 3:13; Romans 9:30 : of seizure by a demon, Mark 9:18 : of something coming upon or overtaking, John 12:35; 1 Thessalonians 5:4 : of comprehending, grasping mentally, as here, Acts 10:34; Acts 25:25.

Unlearned [α γ ρ α μ μ α τ ο ι]. Or, very literally, unlettered. With special reference to Rabbinic culture, the absence of which was conspicuous in Peter's address.

Ignorant [ι δ ι ω τ α ι]. Originally, one in a private station, as opposed to one in office or in public affairs. Therefore one without professional knowledge, a layman; thence, generally, ignorant, ill - informed; sometimes plebeian, common. In the absence of certainty it is as well to retain the meaning given by the A. V., perhaps with a slight emphasis on the want of professional knowledge. Compare 1 Corinthians 14:16; 1 Corinthians 14:23; 1 Corinthians 14:24; 2 Corinthians 11:6.

Took knowledge [ε π ε γ ι ν ω σ κ ο ν]. Or recognized. See on ch. Acts 3:10.