For by it the elders obtained a good report.
Ver. 2. The elders obtained, &c.] Gr. εμαρτυρηθησαν, were attested unto; and are here eternalized in this notable chapter, this little book of martyrs, as one fitly calleth it. Faith honoureth God, and gives him a testimonial, John 3:33, such as is that Deuteronomy 32:4. God therefore honoureth faith, according to 1 Samuel 2:30, and gives it his testimonial, as here in this truly named golden legend.