New Testament
Publius
The leading official of Malta who hosted Paul and was healed of a fever by God through the apostle.
Publius was the chief man of the island of Malta when Paul was shipwrecked there. He showed hospitality to Paul and his companions for three days. After Paul prayed and laid hands on him, Publius was miraculously healed of fever and dysentery, demonstrating God's power during Paul's ministry.
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2 verses · 1 chapterIn the same books
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