anadechomai describes receiving what is offered, whether hospitality from Publius or promises associated with Abraham.

The attested participle describes receiving in two settings: Publius's hospitable welcome in Acts 28:7 and Abraham's reception of promises in Hebrews 11:17.

1. Receiving in a stated relationship · dominant

   The same aorist middle participle occurs in both passages. In Acts 28:7, it stands in the description of Publius's hospitality, which the APB renders as welcoming and entertaining for three days; in Hebrews 11:17, it identifies Abraham in relation to promises he had received.

   Acts 28:7Hebrews 11:17

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB presents the participle through Publius's welcome and hospitality in Acts 28:7, and through Abraham as the one who had received promises in Hebrews 11:17. Its precise English correspondence cannot be fixed in every clause.