Acts 5:41
New International Version
The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name.

New Living Translation
The apostles left the high council rejoicing that God had counted them worthy to suffer disgrace for the name of Jesus.

English Standard Version
Then they left the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the name.

Berean Standard Bible
The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name.

Berean Literal Bible
Therefore indeed they departed from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they had been counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the Name.

King James Bible
And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.

New King James Version
So they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for His name.

New American Standard Bible
So they went on their way from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name.

NASB 1995
So they went on their way from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name.

NASB 1977
So they went on their way from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name.

Legacy Standard Bible
So they went on their way from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for the Name.

Amplified Bible
So they left the Council, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy [dignified by indignity] to suffer shame for [the sake of] His name.

Christian Standard Bible
Then they went out from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to be treated shamefully on behalf of the Name.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then they went out from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to be dishonored on behalf of the Name.

American Standard Version
They therefore departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the Name.

Contemporary English Version
The apostles left the council and were happy, because God had considered them worthy to suffer for the sake of Jesus.

English Revised Version
They therefore departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonour for the Name.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The apostles left the council room. They were happy to have been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for speaking about Jesus.

Good News Translation
As the apostles left the Council, they were happy, because God had considered them worthy to suffer disgrace for the sake of Jesus.

International Standard Version
They left the Council, rejoicing to have been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the Name.

Majority Standard Bible
The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the name of Jesus.

NET Bible
So they left the council rejoicing because they had been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the name.

New Heart English Bible
They therefore departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the Name.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.

Weymouth New Testament
They, therefore, left the Sanhedrin and went their way, rejoicing that they had been deemed worthy to suffer disgrace on behalf of the NAME.

World English Bible
They therefore departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for Jesus’ name.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
they, indeed, then, departed from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that for His Name they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor,

Berean Literal Bible
Therefore indeed they departed from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they had been counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the Name.

Young's Literal Translation
they, indeed, then, departed from the presence of the sanhedrim, rejoicing that for his name they were counted worthy to suffer dishonour,

Smith's Literal Translation
Truly therefore they went rejoicing from the face of the council, that for his name they were deemed worthy to be dishonoured.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And they indeed went from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were accounted worthy to suffer reproach for the name of Jesus.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And indeed, they went forth from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were considered worthy to suffer insult on behalf of the name of Jesus.

New American Bible
So they left the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been found worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the name.

New Revised Standard Version
As they left the council, they rejoiced that they were considered worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the name.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The apostles went out from the presence of the council rejoicing that they had been worthy to suffer abuse for the sake of his name.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And they departed from before them, rejoicing that they were worthy to be disgraced for The Name.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Then, they went from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they were thought worthy to suffer shame for his name's sake.

Godbey New Testament
Then they departed from the face of the sanhedrim, rejoicing indeed, because they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of his name.

Haweis New Testament
Then they went rejoicing from the presence of the sanhedrim, that for his name’s sake, they had been counted worthy to suffer this injurious treatment.

Mace New Testament
full of joy, that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for the name of Jesus.

Weymouth New Testament
They, therefore, left the Sanhedrin and went their way, rejoicing that they had been deemed worthy to suffer disgrace on behalf of the NAME.

Worrell New Testament
They, therefore, were going from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they were accounted worthy to suffer dishonor in behalf of The Name.

Worsley New Testament
And they departed from the presence of the council rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer disgrace for his name.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Gamaliel's Advice
40At this, they yielded to Gamaliel. They called the apostles in and had them flogged. Then they ordered them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and released them. 41 The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name. 42Every day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they did not stop teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ.…

Cross References
Matthew 5:11-12
Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.

1 Peter 4:13-16
But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. / If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. / Indeed, none of you should suffer as a murderer or thief or wrongdoer, or even as a meddler. ...

Luke 6:22-23
Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil because of the Son of Man. / Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For their fathers treated the prophets in the same way.

2 Corinthians 12:10
That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Philippians 1:29
For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him,

Romans 5:3-5
Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope. / And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.

James 1:2-4
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, / because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. / Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

2 Timothy 3:12
Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

John 15:18-21
If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. / Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. ...

Hebrews 10:34
You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, knowing that you yourselves had a better and permanent possession.

1 Peter 2:19-21
For if anyone endures the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God, this is to be commended. / How is it to your credit if you are beaten for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. / For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps:

Matthew 10:22
You will be hated by everyone because of My name, but the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.

2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison.

Colossians 1:24
Now I rejoice in my sufferings for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions for the sake of His body, which is the church.

Revelation 2:10
Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.


Treasury of Scripture

And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.

rejoicing.

Acts 16:23-25
And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailor to keep them safely: …

Isaiah 61:10
I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels.

Isaiah 65:14
Behold, my servants shall sing for joy of heart, but ye shall cry for sorrow of heart, and shall howl for vexation of spirit.

shame.

Hebrews 12:2
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

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Acts 5
1. After that Ananias and Sapphira his wife,
3. at Peter's rebuke had fallen down dead;
12. and that the rest of the apostles had wrought many miracles;
14. to the increase of the faith;
17. the apostles are again imprisoned;
19. but delivered by an angel bidding them preach openly to all;
21. when, after their teaching accordingly in the temple,
29. and before the council,
33. they are in danger to be killed;
34. but through the advice of Gamaliel, they are kept alive, and are only beaten;
41. for which they glorify God, and cease no day from preaching.














The apostles left the Sanhedrin
This phrase indicates a departure from the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council. Historically, the Sanhedrin was a powerful body in Jewish society, responsible for religious and legal decisions. The apostles' departure signifies a release from a place of authority and judgment. The Greek word for "left" (ἀπέρχομαι, aperchomai) implies a movement away, not just physically but also symbolically, from the constraints of human authority to the freedom found in divine mission.

rejoicing
The Greek word here is χαίρω (chairō), which means to be glad or to rejoice. This joy is not a mere emotional response but a profound spiritual state. Despite facing persecution, the apostles' joy reflects their deep faith and understanding of their mission. Historically, joy in suffering is a recurring theme in Christian theology, emphasizing the paradox of finding spiritual fulfillment in trials.

that they had been counted worthy
The phrase "counted worthy" comes from the Greek καταξιόω (kataxioō), meaning to deem worthy or deserving. This reflects a divine evaluation, suggesting that their suffering was not in vain but was a mark of honor. In a historical context, being deemed worthy by God was a significant affirmation of their faith and mission, aligning with the teachings of Jesus about the blessedness of those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake (Matthew 5:10).

of suffering disgrace
The Greek word for "disgrace" is ἀτιμία (atimia), which means dishonor or shame. In the cultural context of the time, honor and shame were pivotal societal values. The apostles' willingness to endure disgrace highlights their commitment to Christ above societal norms. This suffering is not just physical but also social, as they were publicly humiliated. Yet, they embraced this as part of their calling, reflecting the teachings of Jesus about taking up one's cross (Luke 9:23).

for the Name
The "Name" refers to Jesus Christ, encapsulating His authority, character, and mission. In Jewish tradition, a name held significant meaning, often reflecting one's identity and purpose. The apostles' suffering "for the Name" signifies their allegiance to Jesus and His mission. This phrase underscores the centrality of Christ in their lives and ministry, as they were willing to endure all for His sake. Historically, this reflects the early Christian understanding of identity and mission being rooted in Christ alone.

(41) Rejoicing that they were counted worthy.--The emotion is probably, in one sense, natural to all who have an intense conviction of the Truth for which they suffer. But in this case there was something more. The Twelve could not fail to remember their Lord's beatitudes; and now, for the first time, felt that they could "rejoice and be exceeding glad" because they were suffering as the prophets had suffered before them (Matthew 5:11-12). And they were suffering for His Name, or rather, with the best MSS., "for the Name"--for that of the Master who had loved them and whom they had learnt to love. We may note, too, in the whole history, the fulfilment of the prediction and the promise of Matthew 10:17-20.

Verse 41. - They therefore for and they, A.V.; dishonor for the Name, for shame for his Name, A.V. and T.R. (see 1 Peter 4:12-16; John 15:21).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[The apostles]
Οἱ (Hoi)
Article - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

left
ἐπορεύοντο (eporeuonto)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4198: To travel, journey, go, die.

the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive 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.

Sanhedrin,
συνεδρίου (synedriou)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 4892: A council, tribunal; the Sanhedrin, the meeting place of the Sanhedrin.

rejoicing
χαίροντες (chairontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5463: A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.

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

they had been counted worthy
κατηξιώθησαν (katēxiōthēsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2661: To deem (count) worthy. From kata and axioo; to deem entirely deserving.

of suffering disgrace
ἀτιμασθῆναι (atimasthēnai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive
Strong's 818: To disgrace, treat disgracefully, dishonor, insult; I despise. From atimos; to render infamous, i.e. contemn or maltreat.

for
ὑπὲρ (hyper)
Preposition
Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above.

the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive 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.

Name.
Ὀνόματος (Onomatos)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 3686: Name, character, fame, reputation. From a presumed derivative of the base of ginosko; a 'name'.


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