37
And it came to pass in those days that she was sick and died; and when they had washed her, they laid her in an upper chamber.
38
And inasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he should not delay to come to them.
39
Then Peter arose and went with them. And when he had come, they brought him into the upper chamber; and all the widows stood by him weeping, and showing the coats and garments which Dorcas made while she was with them.
40
But Peter put them all outside and kneeled 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.
41
And he gave her his hand and lifted her up; and calling in the saints and widows, he presented her alive.
42
And it became known throughout all Joppa, and many believed in the Lord.
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And it came to pass that he tarried many days in Joppa with one Simon, a tanner.