purify. Greek. hagnizo. Compare John 11:55. This refers to the ceremonies connected with the Nazirite vow (Numbers 6). James, who was probably the speaker, would be glad to find Paul was already under the vow he had taken at Cenchreae (Acts 18:18), as facilitating the execution of his plan.
be at charges. pay the expenses of the sacrifices. Greek. dapanao. Here, Mark 5:26; Luke 15:14; 2 Corinthians 12:15.James 4:3.
with. upon. Greek. epi. App-104.
shave. Greek. xurao. Only here and 1Co 11:5, 1 Corinthians 11:6. See note on keiro, Acts 18:18.
may. shall.
know. Greek. ginosko. App-132.
concerning. Same as "of", Acts 21:21.
nothing. Greek. oudeis.
walkest orderly. Greek. stoicheo = to walk according to religious observances. Here, Romans 4:12.Galatians 1:5, Gal 1:25. Galatians 6:16; Philippians 1:3; Philippians 1:16.