## 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".