Theophany · vision · Confidence: high · curated
Vision to Ananias
Cited scripture
- Acts 9:10 — And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord.
- Acts 9:11 — And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth,
- Acts 9:12 — And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting his hand on him, that he might receive his sight.
- Acts 9:15 — But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel:
- Acts 9:16 — For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my name’s sake.
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Historic voices touch this
6 passages from 5 historic works cite scripture this interpretation depends on.
- Homilies on the Epistle to the Romans · 2 passages
- Catechism of the Catholic Church · 1 passage
- Against Heresies (Adversus Haereses) · 1 passage
- Church History (Historia Ecclesiastica) · 1 passage
- Theology of the Body · 1 passage