Acts 10:46

46 They heard them speaking in languages they had not known before. They also heard them praising God. Then Peter said,

Acts 10:46 Meaning and Commentary

Acts 10:46

For they heard them speak with tongues
With divers tongues, which they had never learned, and before did not understand: and magnify God; they spoke of the wonderful works of God in these languages, as the apostles did at Pentecost, ( Acts 2:11 ) they spoke greatly in the praise of God, and gave thanks for his rich grace and mercy bestowed on them:

then answered Peter;
as follows.

Acts 10:46 In-Context

44 While Peter was still saying these things, the Holy Spirit came on all who heard the message.

45 Some Jewish believers had come with Peter. They were amazed because the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on those who weren't Jews.

46 They heard them speaking in languages they had not known before. They also heard them praising God. Then Peter said,

47 "Can anyone keep these people from being baptized with water? They have received the Holy Spirit just as we have."

48 So he ordered that they be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then they asked Peter to stay with them for a few days.