In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously.
Ver. 7. Who received us and lodged us three days courteously] Gr. φιλοφρονως, of a friendly mind. As he is the best Christian that is most humble, so is he the truest gentleman that is most courteous. And as fair flowers in the spring draw passengers' eyes, so doth courtesy in high degrees win men's affections.