Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously.
The chief
Bible References
The chief
Acts 13:7
He was with a very intelligent magistrate, [a Roman official named] Sergius Paulus. This man called for Barnabas and Saul because he wanted to hear the message of God.
Acts 18:12
But when Gallio was magistrate of Achaia [i.e., the southern province of Greece] the Jews joined forces to attack Paul and brought him before the court of justice,
Acts 23:24
And he [also] requested that they furnish animals for Paul to ride so he could be brought safely to Felix, the governor.
Who
Acts 28:2
The natives [there] showed us uncommon kindness. It had begun to rain and was [getting] cold, so they built a fire and made us feel welcome.
Matthew 10:40
The person who welcomes you [into his home] welcomes me. And the person who welcomes me [into his life] welcomes God, who sent me.
Luke 19:6
So, he came down immediately and welcomed Jesus gladly.