Acts 19:6
New International Version
When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied.

New Living Translation
Then when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in other tongues and prophesied.

English Standard Version
And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking in tongues and prophesying.

Berean Standard Bible
And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied.

Berean Literal Bible
And of Paul having laid the hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they were speaking in tongues and prophesying.

King James Bible
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.

New King James Version
And when Paul had laid hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke with tongues and prophesied.

New American Standard Bible
And when Paul had laid hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying.

NASB 1995
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying.

NASB 1977
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying.

Legacy Standard Bible
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying.

Amplified Bible
And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking in [unknown] tongues (languages) and prophesying.

Christian Standard Bible
And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in other languages and to prophesy.

American Standard Version
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.

Contemporary English Version
Then Paul placed his hands on them. The Holy Spirit was given to them, and they spoke unknown languages and prophesied.

English Revised Version
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came to them, and they began to talk in other languages and to speak what God had revealed.

Good News Translation
Paul placed his hands on them, and the Holy Spirit came upon them; they spoke in strange tongues and also proclaimed God's message.

International Standard Version
When Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in foreign languages and to prophesy.

Majority Standard Bible
And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied.

NET Bible
and when Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy.

New Heart English Bible
When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke with other tongues and prophesied.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them; and they spoke in languages, and prophesied.

Weymouth New Testament
and when Paul laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy.

World English Bible
When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them and they spoke with other languages and prophesied.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Paul having laid [his] hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, they were also speaking with tongues, and prophesying,

Berean Literal Bible
And of Paul having laid the hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they were speaking in tongues and prophesying.

Young's Literal Translation
and Paul having laid on them his hands, the Holy Spirit came upon them, they were speaking also with tongues, and prophesying,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Paul having laid hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came upon them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when Paul had imposed his hands on them, the Holy Ghost came upon them, and they spoke with tongues and prophesied.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when Paul had imposed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came over them. And they were speaking in tongues and prophesying.

New American Bible
And when Paul laid [his] hands on them, the holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied.

New Revised Standard Version
When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied—
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them; and they spoke in divers tongues, and prophesied.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And Paulus laid a hand on them and The Spirit of Holiness came upon them, and they were speaking in various languages and were prophesying.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke with tongues, and prophesied.

Godbey New Testament
and Paul having laid his hands on them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they continued to speak with tongues, and prophesy.

Haweis New Testament
And Paul laying on them his hands, the Holy Ghost came upon them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.

Mace New Testament
and Paul having given them imposition of hands, the holy spirit came upon them, and they spoke foreign languages, and prophesied:

Weymouth New Testament
and when Paul laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy.

Worrell New Testament
and, Paul having laid hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they were speaking with tongues, and prophesying.

Worsley New Testament
And as Paul laid his hands on them, the holy Spirit came upon them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. And the men were in all about twelve.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Holy Spirit Received at Ephesus
5On hearing this, they were baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus. 6And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. 7There were about twelve men in all.…

Cross References
Acts 2:4
And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.

Acts 10:44-46
While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard his message. / All the circumcised believers who had accompanied Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles. / For they heard them speaking in tongues and exalting God. Then Peter said,

1 Corinthians 12:10
to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues.

1 Corinthians 14:2
For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men, but to God. Indeed, no one understands him; he utters mysteries in the Spirit.

1 Corinthians 14:39
So, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues.

1 Corinthians 12:28
And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues.

1 Corinthians 14:18
I thank God that I speak in tongues more than all of you.

1 Corinthians 13:1
If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a ringing gong or a clanging cymbal.

1 Corinthians 14:5
I wish that all of you could speak in tongues, but I would rather have you prophesy. He who prophesies is greater than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets so that the church may be edified.

1 Corinthians 12:30
Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret?

Mark 16:17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;

Romans 8:26
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words.

1 Corinthians 14:22
Tongues, then, are a sign, not for believers, but for unbelievers. Prophecy, however, is for believers, not for unbelievers.

1 Corinthians 14:13
Therefore, the one who speaks in a tongue should pray that he may interpret.

1 Samuel 10:6
Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person.


Treasury of Scripture

And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spoke with tongues, and prophesied.

laid.

Acts 6:6
Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.

Acts 8:17-19
Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost…

Acts 9:17
And Ananias went his way, and entered into the house; and putting his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, that appeared unto thee in the way as thou camest, hath sent me, that thou mightest receive thy sight, and be filled with the Holy Ghost.

the Holy Ghost.

Acts 2:4
And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

Acts 10:45,46
And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost…

Acts 13:2
As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.

and prophesied.

1 Corinthians 14:1
Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy.

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1. The Holy Spirit is given by Paul's hands.
8. The Jews blaspheme his doctrine, which is confirmed by miracles.
13. The Jewish exorcists,
16. are beaten by a man who had an evil spirit.
19. Conjuring books are burnt.
21. Demetrius, for love of gain, raises an uproar against Paul;
35. which is appeased by the town clerk.














And when Paul laid his hands on them
The act of laying on of hands is a significant gesture in both the Old and New Testaments, symbolizing the impartation of blessing, authority, or the Holy Spirit. In the Greek, the word for "laid" is "epithesis," which implies a deliberate and purposeful action. This act by Paul signifies the apostolic authority and the transmission of spiritual gifts. Historically, this practice was common in early Christian communities as a means of ordination and blessing, reflecting the continuity of God's work through His chosen vessels.

the Holy Spirit came upon them
The phrase "came upon" is translated from the Greek "eperchomai," indicating a sudden and powerful arrival. This mirrors the Pentecost experience in Acts 2, where the Holy Spirit descended upon the believers. Theologically, this signifies the fulfillment of Jesus' promise that the Holy Spirit would empower His followers (Acts 1:8). The coming of the Holy Spirit marks a transformative moment, equipping believers for ministry and confirming their inclusion in the body of Christ.

and they spoke in tongues
The gift of tongues, or "glossolalia" in Greek, is a supernatural ability to speak in languages not previously learned. This phenomenon serves as a sign of the Holy Spirit's presence and power. In the early church, speaking in tongues was both a personal edification and a public sign to unbelievers (1 Corinthians 14:22). It underscores the universality of the Gospel, breaking language barriers and uniting diverse peoples in worship and proclamation of God's mighty works.

and prophesied
Prophecy, from the Greek "propheteuo," involves speaking forth the mind and counsel of God. In the New Testament context, prophecy serves to edify, exhort, and comfort the church (1 Corinthians 14:3). The inclusion of prophecy alongside tongues in this passage highlights the dual role of the Holy Spirit in both personal and communal edification. It also reflects the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy that God's Spirit would be poured out on all flesh, enabling sons and daughters to prophesy (Joel 2:28-29).

(6) They spake with tongues, and prophesied.--Better, they were speaking with tongues and prophesying, the verbs implying continuous action. As to the nature and relation of the two gifts, see Notes on Acts 2:4; Acts 10:46. Here all the facts of the case confirm the view which has there been stated. The mere power of speaking foreign languages without learning them, as other men learn, seems a much less adequate result of the new gift than that which we find in the new enthusiasm and intensity of spiritual joy, of which the gift of tongues was the natural expression. It is not without interest to remember that the discussion of the two gifts in 1 Corinthians 14, in which the connection of the "tongues" with jubilant and ecstatic praise is unmistakable (1Corinthians 14:14-16), was written not very long after this incident, and while the facts must yet have been fresh in St. Paul's memory. On the "laying on of hands," which was the "outward and visible sign" of the "inward and spiritual grace," see Notes on Acts 8:14-18, where the laying-on of hands is followed by a gift of the Holy Ghost.

Verse 6. - Had laid his hands, etc. (see Acts 8:17 and note). We have here a distinct mark of Paul's true apostleship (see Acts 8:17, 18). For the manifestation of the Spirit, see Acts 10:46.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And [when]
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

Paul
Παύλου (Paulou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.

laid
ἐπιθέντος (epithentos)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2007: To put, place upon, lay on; I add, give in addition. From epi and tithemi; to impose.

[his]
τὰς (tas)
Article - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

hands
χεῖρας (cheiras)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 5495: A hand.

on them,
αὐτοῖς (autois)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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.

the
τὸ (to)
Article - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Holy
Ἅγιον (Hagion)
Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 40: Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.

Spirit
Πνεῦμα (Pneuma)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit.

came
ἦλθε (ēlthe)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2064: To come, go.

upon
ἐπ’ (ep’)
Preposition
Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

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.

and
τε (te)
Conjunction
Strong's 5037: And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.

they spoke
ἐλάλουν (elaloun)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2980: A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.

in tongues
γλώσσαις (glōssais)
Noun - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 1100: The tongue; by implication, a language.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

prophesied.
ἐπροφήτευον (eprophēteuon)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4395: From prophetes; to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office.


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