Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version There was a plot afoot among both Gentiles and Jews, together with their leaders, to mistreat them and stone them. New Living Translation Then a mob of Gentiles and Jews, along with their leaders, decided to attack and stone them. English Standard Version When an attempt was made by both Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to mistreat them and to stone them, Berean Standard Bible But when the Gentiles and Jews, together with their rulers, set out to mistreat and stone them, Berean Literal Bible And when there was a rush both of the Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to mistreat and to stone them, King James Bible And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to use them despitefully, and to stone them, New King James Version And when a violent attempt was made by both the Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to abuse and stone them, New American Standard Bible And when an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and the Jews with their rulers, to treat them abusively and to stone them, NASB 1995 And when an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and the Jews with their rulers, to mistreat and to stone them, NASB 1977 And when an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and the Jews with their rulers, to mistreat and to stone them, Legacy Standard Bible And when an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and the Jews with their rulers to mistreat and to stone them, Amplified Bible When there was an attempt by both the Gentiles and the Jews, together with their rulers, to shamefully mistreat and to stone them, Christian Standard Bible When an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to mistreat and stone them, Holman Christian Standard Bible When an attempt was made by both the Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to assault and stone them, American Standard Version And when there was made an onset both of the Gentiles and of the Jews with their rulers, to treat them shamefully and to stone them, Contemporary English Version Finally, some Gentiles and Jews, together with their leaders, decided to make trouble for Paul and Barnabas and to stone them to death. English Revised Version And when there was made an onset both of the Gentiles and of the Jews with their rulers, to entreat them shamefully, and to stone them, GOD'S WORD® Translation In the meantime, Paul and Barnabas found out that the non-Jewish people and the Jewish people with their rulers planned to attack them and stone them to death. Good News Translation Then some Gentiles and Jews, together with their leaders, decided to mistreat the apostles and stone them. International Standard Version Now when an attempt was made by both gentiles and Jews, along with their authorities, to mistreat and stone them, Majority Standard Bible But when the Gentiles and Jews, together with their rulers, set out to mistreat and stone them, NET Bible When both the Gentiles and the Jews (together with their rulers) made an attempt to mistreat them and stone them, New Heart English Bible When some of both the non-Jewish people and the Jews, with their rulers, made a violent attempt to mistreat and stone them, Webster's Bible Translation And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews, with their rulers, to use them despitefully, and to stone them, Weymouth New Testament And when a hostile movement was made by both Gentiles and Jews, with the sanction of their magistrates, to maltreat and stone them, World English Bible When some of both the Gentiles and the Jews, with their rulers, made a violent attempt to mistreat and stone them, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand when there was a purpose both of the nations and of the Jews with their rulers to mistreat [them], and to stone them, Berean Literal Bible And when there was a rush both of the Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to mistreat and to stone them, Young's Literal Translation and when there was a purpose both of the nations and of the Jews with their rulers to use them despitefully, and to stone them, Smith's Literal Translation And when there was a violent effort of the nations, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to be insolent, and to stone them, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when there was an assault made by the Gentiles and the Jews with their rulers, to use them contumeliously, and to stone them: Catholic Public Domain Version Now when an assault had been planned by the Gentiles and the Jews with their leaders, so that they might treat them with contempt and stone them, New American Bible When there was an attempt by both the Gentiles and the Jews, together with their leaders, to attack and stone them, New Revised Standard Version And when an attempt was made by both Gentiles and Jews, with their rulers, to mistreat them and to stone them, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they were menaced by both the Gentiles and the Jews with their leaders with disgrace and by threats to stone them with stones. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But there was a decree against them by the Gentiles and by the Jews and their Leaders, to abuse them and to stone them with stones. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut when there was a violent purpose on the part of the Gentiles and of the Jews, with their rulers, to outrage and to stone them, Godbey New Testament And when there was a conspiracy of both Gentiles and Jews along with their leaders, to insult and stone them, Haweis New Testament And when there was a strong effort made both by the Gentiles and Jews with their rulers to ill-treat and stone them, Mace New Testament upon this the Gentiles and the Jews, supported by their magistrates, made an insurrection in order to use violence against them, and even to stone them: Weymouth New Testament And when a hostile movement was made by both Gentiles and Jews, with the sanction of their magistrates, to maltreat and stone them, Worrell New Testament But, when a hostile movement was made, both of the gentiles and Jews with their rulers, to maltreat and stone them; Worsley New Testament but when there was an effort both of the Gentiles and of the Jews, together with their rulers, to offer violence to them, and to stone them; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul and Barnabas at Iconium…4The people of the city were divided. Some sided with the Jews, and others with the apostles. 5But when the Gentiles and Jews, together with their rulers, set out to mistreat and stone them, 6they found out about it and fled to the Lycaonian cities of Lystra and Derbe and to the surrounding region,… Cross References Acts 9:23-25 After many days had passed, the Jews conspired to kill him, / but Saul learned of their plot. Day and night they watched the city gates in order to kill him. / One night, however, his disciples took him and lowered him in a basket through a window in the wall. Acts 13:50 The Jews, however, incited the religious women of prominence and the leading men of the city. They stirred up persecution against Paul and Barnabas and drove them out of their district. Acts 17:5 The Jews, however, became jealous. So they brought in some troublemakers from the marketplace, formed a mob, and sent the city into an uproar. They raided Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas, hoping to bring them out to the people. Acts 18:12 While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat. Acts 19:29 Soon the whole city was in disarray. They rushed together into the theatre, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul’s traveling companions from Macedonia. Acts 21:30-31 The whole city was stirred up, and the people rushed together. They seized Paul and dragged him out of the temple, and at once the gates were shut. / While they were trying to kill him, the commander of the Roman regiment received a report that all Jerusalem was in turmoil. Acts 23:12-15 When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. / More than forty of them were involved in this plot. / They went to the chief priests and elders and said, “We have bound ourselves with a solemn oath not to eat anything until we have killed Paul. ... Acts 7:57-58 At this they covered their ears, cried out in a loud voice, and rushed together at him. / They dragged him out of the city and began to stone him. Meanwhile the witnesses laid their garments at the feet of a young man named Saul. Acts 22:22-23 The crowd listened to Paul until he made this statement. Then they lifted up their voices and shouted, “Rid the earth of him! He is not fit to live!” / As they were shouting and throwing off their cloaks and tossing dust into the air, Acts 6:11-13 Then they prompted some men to say, “We heard Stephen speak words of blasphemy against Moses and against God.” / So they stirred up the people, elders, and scribes and confronted Stephen. They seized him and brought him before the Sanhedrin, / where they presented false witnesses who said, “This man never stops speaking against this holy place and against the law. Matthew 10:23 When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next. Truly I tell you, you will not reach all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes. John 10:31-33 At this, the Jews again picked up stones to stone Him. / But Jesus responded, “I have shown you many good works from the Father. For which of these do you stone Me?” / “We are not stoning You for any good work,” said the Jews, “but for blasphemy, because You, who are a man, make Yourself out to be God.” 2 Corinthians 11:24-26 Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. / Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was stoned, three times I was shipwrecked. I spent a night and a day in the open sea. / In my frequent journeys, I have been in danger from rivers and from bandits, in danger from my countrymen and from the Gentiles, in danger in the city and in the country, in danger on the sea and among false brothers, 1 Thessalonians 2:14-16 For you, brothers, became imitators of the churches of God in Judea that are in Christ Jesus. You suffered from your own countrymen the very things they suffered from the Jews, / who killed both the Lord Jesus and their own prophets and drove us out as well. They are displeasing to God and hostile to all men, / hindering us from telling the Gentiles how they may be saved. As a result, they continue to heap up their sins to full capacity; the utmost wrath has come upon them. 2 Timothy 3:11 my persecutions, and the sufferings that came upon me in Antioch, Iconium, and Lystra. What persecutions I endured! Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them. Treasury of Scripture And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to use them spitefully, and to stone them, when. Acts 4:25-29 Who by the mouth of thy servant David hast said, Why did the heathen rage, and the people imagine vain things? … Acts 17:5 But the Jews which believed not, moved with envy, took unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an uproar, and assaulted the house of Jason, and sought to bring them out to the people. Psalm 2:1-3 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? … despitefully. Matthew 5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; Luke 6:28 Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Jump to Previous Afoot Assault Attack Attempt Despitefully Gentiles Hostile Ill Jews Leaders Magistrates Making Mistreat Molest Plot Rulers Sanction Shamefully Stone Stoned Together Treat Use ViolentJump to Next Afoot Assault Attack Attempt Despitefully Gentiles Hostile Ill Jews Leaders Magistrates Making Mistreat Molest Plot Rulers Sanction Shamefully Stone Stoned Together Treat Use ViolentActs 14 1. Paul and Barnabas are persecuted from Iconium.8. At Lystra Paul heals a cripple, whereupon they are reputed as gods. 19. Paul is stoned. 21. They pass through various churches, confirming the disciples in faith and patience. 26. Returning to Antioch, they report what God had done with them. But when the Gentiles and Jews This phrase highlights the unity between Gentiles and Jews in opposition to Paul and Barnabas. Historically, Jews and Gentiles often had significant cultural and religious differences, but here they are united in their hostility. This reflects the growing tension and resistance to the early Christian message, which was seen as a threat to both Jewish religious traditions and Gentile societal norms. The collaboration between these groups underscores the widespread nature of the opposition faced by the apostles. together with their rulers set out to mistreat and stone them Persons / Places / Events 1. Gentiles and JewsThese groups represent the diverse audience that Paul and Barnabas were addressing. The Gentiles were non-Jews, often seen as outsiders to the Jewish faith, while the Jews were the people of Israel, God's chosen people in the Old Testament. 2. Rulers These were likely local authorities or leaders who had influence over the people. Their involvement indicates that the opposition to Paul and Barnabas was not just from the general populace but also from those in positions of power. 3. Paul and Barnabas The apostles who were on a missionary journey to spread the Gospel. They faced opposition and persecution as they preached the message of Jesus Christ. 4. Mistreat and Stone This phrase indicates the severe opposition and threat of violence that Paul and Barnabas faced. Stoning was a method of execution used in ancient times, particularly for blasphemy or other serious offenses. 5. Iconium The city where these events took place. It was a significant location in the missionary journeys of Paul and Barnabas, situated in what is now modern-day Turkey. Teaching Points Expect OppositionAs followers of Christ, we should anticipate opposition when we stand for the truth of the Gospel. This is a natural part of living out our faith in a world that often rejects God's message. Courage in the Face of Persecution Paul and Barnabas exemplify courage and commitment to their mission despite threats. We are called to be bold in our witness, trusting God for protection and strength. Unity in Adversity The collaboration between Gentiles and Jews against Paul and Barnabas shows how opposition can unite diverse groups. As believers, we should seek unity in Christ, especially when facing external challenges. Rely on God's Guidance In times of persecution, it is crucial to seek God's wisdom and guidance. Paul and Barnabas continued their mission by discerning when to stay and when to move on, relying on the Holy Spirit.(5) To use them despitefully.--The verb expresses wanton insult and outrage. St. Paul uses the noun derived from it to express the character of his own conduct as a persecutor (1Timothy 1:13), and must have felt, as afterwards in the actual stoning of Acts 14:19, that he was receiving the just reward of his own deeds.Verse 5. Made an onset for an assault made, A.V.; of the Jews for also of the Jews, A.V.; to entreat them shamefully for to use them despitefully, A.V., as 1 Thessalonians 2:2. As regards ὁρμή, neither the A.V. assault nor the R.V. onset expresses it exactly. Ὁρμή means the strong bent of the mind, as in James 3:4, where it expresses the strong will of the steersman directing the ship against the force of the winds. Here it means that both Jews with their rulers, and Gentiles, under the influence of violent passion, had determined and agreed to assault Paul and Barnabas. To entreat them shamefully. Ψβρις and ὑβρίζω denote "violence," as Matthew 22:6; Luke 18:32; 2 Corinthians 12:10. It is sometimes used of corporal punish-merit, even legally inflicted, as Proverbs 19:18 (LXX.). Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. when ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Gentiles ἐθνῶν (ethnōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 1484: Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. Jews, Ἰουδαίων (Ioudaiōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 2453: Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah. together τε (te) Conjunction Strong's 5037: And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also. with σὺν (syn) Preposition Strong's 4862: With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. rulers, ἄρχουσιν (archousin) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural Strong's 758: Present participle of archo; a first. set out ὁρμὴ (hormē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3730: A rush, violent assault, impulse. Of uncertain affinity; a violent impulse, i.e. Onset. to mistreat ὑβρίσαι (hybrisai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 5195: To insult, treat with insolence. From hubris; to exercise violence, i.e. Abuse. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. stone λιθοβολῆσαι (lithobolēsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 3036: To stone, cast stones (at), kill by stoning. From a compound of lithos and ballo; to throw stones, i.e. Lapidate. them, αὐτούς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. Links Acts 14:5 NIVActs 14:5 NLT Acts 14:5 ESV Acts 14:5 NASB Acts 14:5 KJV Acts 14:5 BibleApps.com Acts 14:5 Biblia Paralela Acts 14:5 Chinese Bible Acts 14:5 French Bible Acts 14:5 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 14:5 When some of both the Gentiles (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |
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