There went with us also certain of the disciples of Cæsarea, and brought with them one Mnason of Cyprus, an old disciple, with whom we should lodge.
They travelled light, carrying their own bags like poor soldiers, perhaps bearing the collection for Jerusalem's poor. When Paul resolved to go despite their warnings, they would not abandon him; like Thomas toward Christ and Ittai toward David, they cleaved to him in danger.
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Commenting on Acts 21:15-26
These disciples from Caesarea were members of that church, and the succession of its bishops is well documented through the councils. Mnason was a Greek name, known among the philosophers, but here it marks a Cypriot believer whose house became Paul's lodging in Jerusalem.
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Mnason was originally Cypriot but now lived in Jerusalem, well known to the Caesarea disciples who brought Paul to his house. An old disciple likely means an early convert, perhaps from before the Saviour's crucifixion itself. The early Christians showed hospitality with real distinction.
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