Acts 5:38 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought: Refrain from these men - Do not molest them, leave them to God; for if this counsel and work be of man it will come to nought, like the rebellion of Theudas, and that of Judas of Galilee: for whatever pretends to be done in the name of God, but is not of him, will have his curse and not his blessing. He whose name is prostituted by it will vindicate his injured honor, and avenge himself.