Why do the synagogue leaders invite Paul and Barnabas to speak?
Actes 13:15 (NEG79)
15Après la lecture de la loi et des prophètes, les chefs de la synagogue leur envoyèrent dire: Hommes frères, si vous avez quelque exhortation à adresser au peuple, parlez.
Visitors would often be asked to speak during synagogue meetings, especially if they were known to have had rabbinical training.1 It is not clear if the synagogue leaders knew about Paul’s training, but he makes use of the opportunity which he is given.2
15 Après la lecture de la loi et des prophètes, les chefs de la synagogue leur envoyèrent dire: Hommes frères, si vous avez quelque exhortation à adresser au peuple, parlez.