And there was at Joppa a certain female disciple called Tabitha, which being interpreted is called, Dorcas; she was full of good works and charities which she bestowed.

But Lydda being nigh to Joppa, the disciples hearing that Peter was there sent two men to him requesting, Do not delay to come to us.

And this was known in all Joppa, and many believed on the Lord.

And Peter continued many days at Joppa with one Simon a tanner.

And now send men to Joppa and call for a certain Simon who is called Peter;

and having related all things to them sent them to Joppa.

Then he called them in and entertained them. And the next day he arose and went with them, and some of the brothers from Joppa went with him.

Send therefore to Joppa and call Simon who is called Peter; he lodges at the house of Simon a tanner, by the sea, who when he has come will speak to you.

I was in the city of Joppa praying, and I saw a vision in a trance, a vessel like a great sheet descending, let down by the four corners from heaven, and it came to me;

And he told us how he had seen the angel in his house standing and saying to him, Send to Joppa and call Simon who is called Peter,

Behold, we account them blessed who are patient. You have heard of the patience of Job, and you know the purpose of the Lord, that he is very merciful and compassionate.