Acts 3:8

And he leaping up,.... From off the bed or couch, or ground on which he lay:

stood and walked; stood firm and strong upon his feet, and walked about; by which it was abundantly manifest to himself…

And he, leaping up - This was a natural expression of joy, and it was a striking fulfillment of the prophecy in Isa 35:6; “Then shall the lame man leap as an hart.” The account here given is one that…

Walking and leaping, and praising God - These actions are very naturally described. He walked, in obedience to the command of the apostle, rise up and walk: he leaped, to try the strength of his limbs…

We were told in general (Act 2:43) that many signs and wonders were done by the apostles, which are not written in this book; but here we have one given us for an instance. As they wrought miracles,…

and he leaping up stood There is no hesitation in the man's manner; he does not question the power, but obeys at once.

entered with them into the temple He doubtless felt that this was the best visit…