Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands.

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Bible References

The angel

Acts 12:23
Instantly an angel of the Lord struck him, because he did not give God the glory; and he was attacked with worms, and died.
Acts 5:19
An angel of the Lord, however, opened the prison doors at night and led them out.
Acts 10:30
"Just three days ago this very hour," Cornelius said, "I was in my house, saying the Afternoon Prayers, when a man in dazzling clothing suddenly stood before me.
Acts 27:23
For last night an angel of the God to whom I belong, and whom I serve, stood by me, and said--
Hebrews 1:14
Are not all the angels spirits in the service of God, sent out to minister for the sake of those who are destined to obtain Salvation?

And a

Acts 9:3
While on his journey, as he was nearing Damascus, suddenly a light from the heavens flashed around him.
Revelation 18:1
After this I saw another angel, descending from Heaven, invested with great authority; and the earth was illuminated by his splendor.

Arise

Ephesians 5:14
For everything that has its true character made manifest is clear as light. And that is why it is said--'Sleeper, awake! Arise from the dead, and the Christ shall give thee light!'

General references

Acts 5:18
Arrested the Apostles, and had them placed in custody.