New Testament
The Story of Cornelius
Also: Kornelio (Kiswahili)
Roman centurion in Caesarea whose household received the Holy Spirit when Peter preached.
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Introduction
Cornelius, a centurion of the Italian Regiment, a devout man who feared God, saw an angel who told him to send for Peter. As Peter preached in his house, the Holy Spirit fell on all who heard, and they were baptized. Acts 10:1–8Acts 10:44–48
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The angel's message
An angel tells Cornelius his prayers have been heard and to send for Peter.
The Spirit falls on his household
Peter preaches in Cornelius' house; the Holy Spirit falls on the Gentiles and they are baptized.
Mentioned across the Bible
Later passages that recall, mention or interpret Cornelius. These are not new events in the person’s lifetime.
Later recollections of these events
- Acts 11:11–18 recalls “The Spirit falls on his household”
Later recollection
Family and relationships
- Simon PeterPeter preached in his houseActs 10:25–27
Books associated with Cornelius
- Acts Their story appears here
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