Apostol § 23

Acts 9:32–42

In those days, it came to pass, as Peter went through all parts of the country, that he also came down to the saints who dwelt in Lydda. There he found a certain man named yEneas, who had been bedridden for eight years, and was paralyzed. And Peter said unto him, VEneas, Jesus Christ makes thee whole. Arise and make thy bed.” Then immediately, he arose. So all who dwelt at Lydda and Sharon saw him and turned to the Lord. Now, there was at Joppa certain disciple named Tabitha, which by translation is called Dorcas. This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did. But it happened in those days that she became sick and died; and when they had washed her, they laid her in an upper room. And since Lydda was near Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent two men to him, imploring him not to delay in coming to them. Then Peter arose and went with them. When he had come, they brought him to the upper room. And all the widows stood by him weeping, showing the coats and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them. But Peter put them all out, and knelt down and prayed. And turning to the body he said, “Tabitha, arise.” And she opened her eyes, and when she saw Peter, she sat up. Then he gave her his hand and lifted her up; and when he had called the saints and widows, he presented her alive. And it was known throughout all Joppa, and many believed in the Lord.