Rulers, officials and religious leaders
Publius
Chief man of the island of Malta
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Editorial summary
Received the shipwrecked travelers for three days; Paul healed his father of fever and dysentery.
Scripture
Journeys
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1The viper and the healing of Publius’ father
The islanders showed unusual kindness. A viper fastened on Paul’s hand but he was unharmed, and he healed the father of Publius, the chief man of the island; after three months the travelers set sail again.