## of a higher mind ##

“more open minded” or “more willing to listen". Being "willing to listen" is characteristic of those born and educated in upper class families where new ideas are less threatening.

## received the word ##

"listened to the teaching"

## with all readiness of mind ##

These Bereans were prepared to examine Paul's teaching to the scripture.

## examining the Scriptures daily ##

"carefully reading and evaluating the relevant Scripture passages every day"