Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.

ACTS 4:10KJV
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Acts 4:10 (KJV)

What does Acts 4:10 mean?

Acts 4:10 declares to everyone in Israel that the man who was healed is standing before them healthy because of the power and authority of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom they crucified but whom God raised from the dead. The verse makes it clear that this miracle happened not by human effort, but through Jesus.

Peter is speaking to the Jewish leaders and the people after he and John were questioned for healing a lame man. He boldly states that Jesus, though rejected and executed by them, is the true source of the healing. This verse highlights both the reality of Jesus’ resurrection and his ongoing power at work among the people.

The Greek behind Acts 4:10

  • ὄνομα (onoma, “name”): In Greek culture, “name” often means authority or power, not just a label. Peter is saying the healing happened by the authority and power of Jesus.
  • ἀνέστησεν (anestēsen, “raised”): This word for “raised” is used for bringing someone back from the dead, underlining that God actively brought Jesus back to life.
  • ὑγιής (hugiēs, “whole”): This word means sound, healthy, or restored. It emphasizes that the man’s healing was complete and not partial.

Why Acts 4:10 matters

  • Acts 4:10 clarifies that the apostles did not claim any special power of their own, but pointed directly to Jesus as the source of the miracle.
  • The verse confronts the leaders with their role in Jesus’ death, but also proclaims hope by pointing to his resurrection and ongoing work.
  • This statement sets the stage for the early Christian message: Jesus is alive, powerful, and still changing lives, even after his crucifixion.

Where else these words appear

“whole” Greek G5199 · used in 14 verses

  • Matthew 12:13 Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other.
  • Luke 6:10 And looking round about upon them all, he said unto the man, Stretch forth thy hand. And he did so: and his hand was restored whole as the other.
  • John 5:11 He answered them, He that made me whole, the same said unto me, Take up thy bed, and walk.

“known” Greek G1110 · used in 15 verses

  • Luke 2:44 But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
  • Acts 1:19 And it was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem; insomuch as that field is called in their proper tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, The field of blood.
  • Acts 15:18 Known unto God are all his works from the beginning of the world.

“Nazareth” Greek G3480 · used in 15 verses

  • Matthew 2:23 And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.
  • Luke 24:19 And he said unto them, What things? And they said unto him, Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, which was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people:
  • Acts 3:6 Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.

“it” Greek G2077 · used in 16 verses

  • Matthew 5:37 But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.
  • Acts 1:20 For it is written in the book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein: and his bishoprick let another take.
  • Galatians 1:8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.