The apostles and elders, with the whole church; a happy concord, all agreeing as one man, by one Spirit.
To send chosen men of their own company; that Paul and Barnabas might be the better credited, and that by such as had been of a contrary judgment: so hard it is to remove suspicions, and to root out preconceived opinions.
Judas surnamed Barsabas; the brother of that Joseph mentioned Act_1:23.
Silas, called Silvanus also.
Chief men among the brethren; noted for their holy living, or great knowledge, or office in the church.