unfoldingWord_en_tn/act/09/13.md

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  • authority from the chief priests - It is implied that the extent of the power and authority granted Saul was limited to the Jewish people at this point in time. (see: :en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_explicit)
  • he is a chosen instrument of mine - "Chosen instrument" is an expression for being set apart for service. It can be translated as "I have chosen him to serve me." (See: :en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_metonymy)
  • for him to carry my name - "to carry my name" is an expression for identifying or speaking out for Jesus. It can be translated as "in order that he might speak about me." (UDB) (See: :en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_metonymy)
  • for the cause of my name - This is an expression for, "for telling people about me." (See: :en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_metonymy)