For the next two years, Paul lived in Rome at his own expense. He welcomed all who visited him,
Parallel translations
- WEB Paul stayed two whole years in his own rented house, and received all who were coming to him,
- KJV And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him,
- BSB Paul stayed there two full years in his own rented house, welcoming all who came to visit him.
- NKJV Then Paul dwelt two whole years in his own rented house, and received all who came to him,
- NASB Now Paul stayed two full years in his own rented lodging and welcomed all who came to him,
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Quick answer
Paul lives two full years in his own rented quarters, welcoming all who come to him. Even under guard his ministry continues unhindered.
Overview
For two years Paul receives everyone who visits, turning his confinement into a center of teaching. This period likely produced several of his prison letters, fruitful labor born of restricted circumstances. God's word is not bound even when his servant is, and the open door to 'all' anticipates the gospel's continued spread.
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