1. Actes 9:6 (NEG79)
  2. Explication du texte

Why does Jesus give Saul a command?

Actes 9:6 (NEG79)

6 Tremblant et saisi d'effroi, il dit: Seigneur, que veux-tu que je fasse? Et le Seigneur lui dit:] Lève-toi, entre dans la ville, et on te dira ce que tu dois faire.

By issuing a command to Saul, Jesus demonstrates his authority and the fact that he expects immediate obedience.1 From now onwards Saul must learn to embrace his mission and submit to the instructions of Jesus.