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What was the name of the young man who fell out of the window during one of Paul's speeches?


Tychicus
Onesimus
Philemon
Eutychus

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The answer is: Eutychus

Acts 20:9 - Eutychus, a young man of Troas.

Eutychus's story is a bit of a wild ride! Here’s an intriguing peek into that day in Troas captured in Acts 20:9. Imagine a late-night church service. Paul is keeping the crowd rapt with his storytelling, and the warm glow of the lantern light highlights a mix of anticipation and a bit of sleepiness among the listeners. That snippet makes me chuckle—Eutychus just couldn't fight off the yawns!

When he finally tumbles from the window, readers may think "What a bummer!" but there’s something poignant about it too. Not only does Eutychus get resuscitated—talk about a dramatic cliffhanger—but it illustrates that even those eagerly striving to understand spirituality can have their moments of humanity.

Did you know Eutychus means 'fortunate' or 'lucky' in Greek? Some would say that was certainly the case for him when Paul wraps up his epic sermon long enough to revive him validly! Just to throw some cool echoes into the mix: this unfortunate yet fortunate incident reminds one of the story of Samuel, where God called out to him repeatedly until he finally learned to listen—just like Eutychus might be urged to not fall asleep next time!

So, Eutychus serves as a quirky little reminder that even quiet moments can have great importance in life—and keep things fun at the gatherings! Who knows what else you could miss in your own windowsill moments?

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