Acts 11:18. They held their peace, and glorified God. The climax of this history is most beautiful. Probably there was a solemn pause, when Peter ceased to speak. But not only did they acquiesce in that to which no reply could be given, but they broke out into praise and thanksgiving. It was a noble example of candour, generosity, and charity; and though there was vacillation afterwards and dispute on the very point here at issue, this does not detract from the great and instructive lesson of this scene.

Then hath God granted. This seems to imply that after the silence there was a sudden exclamation and cry of joy.

Repentance unto life. When the grace of repentance is given, spiritual life is the result.

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