And they knew that it was he which sat for alms at the Beautiful gate of the temple: and they were filled with wonder and amazement at that which had happened unto him.
They recognized him as the guy who used to sit by the Beautiful Gate asking for money. Now they were completely shocked and amazed at what had just happened to him.
Sometimes the transformation is so real that people can't believe their eyes.
📚 Historical Context
In the early days of the Christian church, as described in the Book of Acts, Peter and John were going to the temple when they encountered a man who had been lame from birth and begged for alms at the Beautiful Gate. This gate was a prominent entrance to the Jewish temple in Jerusalem, a place where people gathered for worship and almsgiving was a common practice. The healing of this man by Peter in the name of Jesus caused a stir among the people, leading to wonder and amazement as they recognized him.
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