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, an understanding man: who calling for Barnabas and Saul, desired to hear the word of God.
Acts 18:12
But when Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews with one accord rose against Paul, and brought him to the seat of justice,
Acts 23:24
And provide beasts, that they may set Paul on and bring him safe to Felix the governor.

Who

Acts 28:2
And the barbarians shewed us uncommon humanity: for they kindled a fire and took us all in, because of the present rain, and of the cold.
Matthew 10:40
He that receiveth you, receiveth me: and he that receiveth me, receiveth Him that sent me.
Luke 19:6
And he made haste and came down, and received Him with joy.