Luke and Acts

[All4Christ]

Luke wrote Acts to Theophilus (sp?), correct? Throughout the book, there are places where he mentions "we." Some of those passages where Luke says "we" even follow Paul on his journey to Malta, etc. (his journey as a prisoner). Did Luke accompany Paul on these journeys, or was it more of a historical second-hand account? I'd appreciate any insight.

Thanks!

 

[Philip]

Luke wrote Acts to Theophilus (sp?), correct?

Yes, although it may not be an actual person.

Throughout the book, there are places where he mentions "we." Some of those passages where Luke says "we" even follow Paul on his journey to Malta, etc. (his journey as a prisoner). Did Luke accompany Paul on these journeys, or was it more of a historical second-hand account? I'd appreciate any insight.

St Luke did travel with St Paul. See Colossians 4:14 and 2 Timothy 4:11.

 

[Knight]

Yes, although it may not be an actual person.

Based on what? Just curious here.....

 

[ClementofRome]

Based on what? Just curious here.....

Theo = God
philo = friend or lover

Theophilus = God lover, could be a specific person OR it may be a generic term used for all God-lovers. As Luke/Acts is written from a universal perspective, it could be that Luke meant to address all of those who love God.

However, the immiate context of Acts 1:1 seems to indicate a real person.

 

[Knight]

Theo = God
philo = friend or lover

Theophilus = God lover, could be a specific person OR it may be a generic term used for all God-lovers. As Luke/Acts is written from a universal perspective, it could be that Luke meant to address all of those who love God.

Aha! I see now..... Thanks.

However, the immiate context of Acts 1:1 seems to indicate a real person.

I would agree with this.

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[ClementofRome]

Aha! I see now..... Thanks.


I would agree with this.

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Ahh, but of course you should not agree with my spelling!!!! What the heck is "immiate?" I meant "immediate!" I never have been one to use a spellchecker.

 

[Knight]

Ahh, but of course you should not agree with my spelling!!!! What the heck is "immiate?" I meant "immediate!" I never have been one to use a spellchecker. [/QUOTE]
I am the absolute last person to critique spelling....