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.

Bible References

The chief

Acts 13:7
who was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, a man of intelligence. This man summoned Barnabas and Saul and sought to hear the word of God.
Acts 18:12
But while Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews made a united attack upon Paul and brought him before the judgment seat,
Acts 23:24
Also provide mounts for Paul to ride, and bring him safely to Felix the governor."

Who

Acts 28:2
The natives showed us unusual kindness, for they kindled a fire and welcomed us all, because it had begun to rain and was cold.
Matthew 10:40
"He who receives you receives me, and he who receives me receives him who sent me.
Luke 19:6
So he made haste and came down, and received him joyfully.