Acts 24:11
New International Version
You can easily verify that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

New Living Translation
You can quickly discover that I arrived in Jerusalem no more than twelve days ago to worship at the Temple.

English Standard Version
You can verify that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem,

Berean Standard Bible
You can verify for yourself that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Berean Literal Bible
You are able to know that there are to me not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.

King James Bible
Because that thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship.

New King James Version
because you may ascertain that it is no more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

New American Standard Bible
since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

NASB 1995
since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

NASB 1977
since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Legacy Standard Bible
since you are able to ascertain the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Amplified Bible
As you can easily verify, it has been no more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Christian Standard Bible
You can verify for yourself that it is no more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
You are able to determine that it is no more than 12 days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.

American Standard Version
seeing that thou canst take knowledge that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem:

Contemporary English Version
It was no more than twelve days ago that I went to worship in Jerusalem. You can find this out easily enough.

English Revised Version
seeing that thou canst take knowledge, that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
You can verify for yourself that I went to Jerusalem to worship no more than twelve days ago.

Good News Translation
As you can find out for yourself, it was no more than twelve days ago that I went to Jerusalem to worship.

International Standard Version
You can verify for yourself that I went up to worship in Jerusalem no more than twelve days ago.

Majority Standard Bible
You can verify for yourself that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

NET Bible
As you can verify for yourself, not more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

New Heart English Bible
seeing that you can recognize that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem.

Webster's Bible Translation
That thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Weymouth New Testament
For you have it in your power to ascertain that it is not more than twelve days ago that I went up to worship in Jerusalem;

World English Bible
seeing that you can verify that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
you being able to know that it is not more than twelve days to me since I went up to worship in Jerusalem,

Berean Literal Bible
You are able to know that there are to me not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.

Young's Literal Translation
thou being able to know that it is not more than twelve days to me since I went up to worship in Jerusalem,

Smith's Literal Translation
Thou being able to know that not more than twelve days are to me from which I went up, going to worship in Jerusalem.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days, since I went up to adore in Jerusalem:

Catholic Public Domain Version
For, as you may realize, it has only been twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.

New American Bible
As you can verify, not more than twelve days have passed since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

New Revised Standard Version
As you can find out, it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So that you may understand, that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“As you may know, it is not more than twelve days since I came up to Jerusalem to worship,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
for you can understand that there are not more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Godbey New Testament
you being able to know, that there are not more than twelve days to me since I came up to Jerusalem to worship.

Haweis New Testament
as thou mayest be ascertained, that it is not more than twelve days ago since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.

Mace New Testament
possibly you are appriz'd, that it is not above twelve days since, that I went to Jerusalem to worship.

Weymouth New Testament
For you have it in your power to ascertain that it is not more than twelve days ago that I went up to worship in Jerusalem;

Worrell New Testament
since you are able clearly to know that there are not more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship;

Worsley New Testament
because thou mayst know, that there are not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Defense to Felix
10When the governor motioned for Paul to speak, he began his response: “Knowing that you have been a judge over this nation for many years, I gladly make my defense. 11You can verify for yourself that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. 12Yet my accusers did not find me debating with anyone in the temple or riling up a crowd in the synagogues or in the city.…

Cross References
Acts 21:18-19
The next day Paul went in with us to see James, and all the elders were present. / Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Acts 25:8
Then Paul made his defense: “I have committed no offense against the law of the Jews or against the temple or against Caesar.”

Acts 26:1-3
Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense: / “King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate to stand before you today to defend myself against all the accusations of the Jews, / especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently.

Acts 28:17
After three days, he called together the leaders of the Jews. When they had gathered, he said to them, “Brothers, although I have done nothing against our people or the customs of our fathers, I was taken prisoner in Jerusalem and handed over to the Romans.

Acts 22:30
The next day the commander, wanting to learn the real reason Paul was accused by the Jews, released him and ordered the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin to assemble. Then he brought Paul down and had him stand before them.

Acts 23:1
Paul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.”

Acts 25:10
Paul replied, “I am standing before the judgment seat of Caesar, where I ought to be tried. I have done nothing wrong to the Jews, as you yourself know very well.

Acts 26:30-32
Then the king and the governor rose, along with Bernice and those seated with them. / On their way out, they said to one another, “This man has done nothing worthy of death or imprisonment.” / And Agrippa said to Festus, “This man could have been released if he had not appealed to Caesar.”

Acts 18:12-13
While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat. / “This man is persuading the people to worship God in ways contrary to the law,” they said.

Acts 19:8-10
Then Paul went into the synagogue and spoke boldly there for three months, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God. / But when some of them stubbornly refused to believe and publicly maligned the Way, Paul took his disciples and left the synagogue to conduct daily discussions in the lecture hall of Tyrannus. / This continued for two years, so that everyone who lived in the province of Asia, Jews and Greeks alike, heard the word of the Lord.

Acts 20:16
Paul had decided to sail past Ephesus to avoid spending time in the province of Asia, because he was in a hurry to reach Jerusalem, if possible, by the day of Pentecost.

Acts 21:27-28
When the seven days were almost over, some Jews from the province of Asia saw Paul at the temple. They stirred up the whole crowd and seized him, / crying out, “Men of Israel, help us! This is the man who teaches everyone everywhere against our people and against our law and against this place. Furthermore, he has brought Greeks into the temple and defiled this holy place.”

Acts 23:11
The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.”

Acts 25:1-2
Three days after his arrival in the province, Festus went up from Caesarea to Jerusalem, / where the chief priests and Jewish leaders presented their case against Paul. They urged Festus

Acts 26:19-21
So then, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision. / First to those in Damascus and Jerusalem, then to everyone in the region of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I declared that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds worthy of their repentance. / For this reason the Jews seized me in the temple courts and tried to kill me.


Treasury of Scripture

Because that you may understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship.

but.

Acts 24:1
And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a certain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul.

Acts 21:18,27
And the day following Paul went in with us unto James; and all the elders were present…

Acts 22:30
On the morrow, because he would have known the certainty wherefore he was accused of the Jews, he loosed him from his bands, and commanded the chief priests and all their council to appear, and brought Paul down, and set him before them.

to worship.

Acts 24:17
Now after many years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings.

Acts 21:26
Then Paul took the men, and the next day purifying himself with them entered into the temple, to signify the accomplishment of the days of purification, until that an offering should be offered for every one of them.

Jump to Previous
Able Ago Ascertain Easily Fact Jerusalem Mayest Note Power Recognize Time Twelve Understand Worship
Jump to Next
Able Ago Ascertain Easily Fact Jerusalem Mayest Note Power Recognize Time Twelve Understand Worship
Acts 24
1. Paul being accused by Tertullus the orator,
10. answers for his life and doctrine.
24. He preaches Christ to the governor and his wife.
26. The governor hopes for a bribe, but in vain.
27. Felix, succeeded by Festus, leaves Paul in prison.














You can verify
This phrase indicates the confidence Paul has in the truth of his statement. The Greek word for "verify" is "epiginōskō," which means to know fully or to ascertain. Paul is appealing to the ability of his audience to confirm the facts, suggesting transparency and honesty. In a broader sense, this reflects the Christian call to live in truth and integrity, allowing one's actions to be open to scrutiny and verification.

that no more than twelve days ago
The mention of "twelve days" is significant in establishing a timeline. It shows that the events in question are recent and fresh in the memory of those involved. The number twelve often holds symbolic meaning in the Bible, representing completeness or the people of God (e.g., twelve tribes of Israel, twelve apostles). Here, it underscores the short period since Paul's arrival in Jerusalem, emphasizing the immediacy and relevance of the events.

I went up to Jerusalem
Paul's journey "up to Jerusalem" is not just a geographical reference but also a spiritual one. Jerusalem is the center of Jewish worship and the location of the Temple. The phrase "went up" is often used in Scripture to denote pilgrimage or a journey to a place of spiritual significance. This highlights Paul's continued respect for Jewish traditions and his connection to the Jewish faith, even as he preaches the Gospel of Christ.

to worship
The purpose of Paul's visit to Jerusalem was "to worship," indicating his devotion and reverence for God. The Greek word "proskuneō" used here means to bow down or to show reverence. This underscores the sincerity of Paul's faith and his commitment to honoring God, despite the accusations against him. It serves as a reminder of the centrality of worship in the life of a believer, calling Christians to prioritize their relationship with God above all else.

(11) I went up to Jerusalem for to worship.--This was, by implication, St. Paul's answer to the charge of the attempted profanation. One who had come to worship was not likely to be guilty of the crime alleged against him.

Verse 11. - Seeing that thou canst take knowledge for because that thou mayest understand, A.V. and T.R.; it is act more than for there are yet but, A.V.; I went up to worship at Jerusalem for I went up to Jerusalem for to worship, A.V. Twelve days. These days may be thus reckoned:

(1) arrival at Jerusalem (Acts 21:15);

(2) Visit to James and the ciders (Acts 21:18);

(3) first day of purification (Acts 21:26); . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
You
σου (sou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

can
δυναμένου (dynamenou)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 1410: (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.

verify {for yourself}
ἐπιγνῶναι (epignōnai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 1921: From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge.

that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

no
οὐ (ou)
Adverb
Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.

more than
πλείους (pleious)
Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural - Comparative
Strong's 4119: Or neuter pleion, or pleon comparative of polus; more in quantity, number, or quality; also the major portion.

twelve
δώδεκα (dōdeka)
Adjective - Genitive Feminine Plural
Strong's 1427: Twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to. From duo and deka; two and ten, i.e. A dozen.

days
ἡμέραι (hēmerai)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.

ago
ἀφ’ (aph’)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

I went up
ἀνέβην (anebēn)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 305: To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Jerusalem
Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2419: Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine.

to worship.
προσκυνήσων (proskynēsōn)
Verb - Future Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4352: From pros and a probable derivative of kuon; to fawn or crouch to, i.e. prostrate oneself in homage.


Links
Acts 24:11 NIV
Acts 24:11 NLT
Acts 24:11 ESV
Acts 24:11 NASB
Acts 24:11 KJV

Acts 24:11 BibleApps.com
Acts 24:11 Biblia Paralela
Acts 24:11 Chinese Bible
Acts 24:11 French Bible
Acts 24:11 Catholic Bible

NT Apostles: Acts 24:11 Seeing that you can recognize that it (Acts of the Apostles Ac)
Acts 24:10
Top of Page
Top of Page