Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When Simon saw that the Spirit was given at the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money New Living Translation When Simon saw that the Spirit was given when the apostles laid their hands on people, he offered them money to buy this power. English Standard Version Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Berean Standard Bible When Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money. Berean Literal Bible Now of Simon having seen that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered to them money, King James Bible And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, New King James Version And when Simon saw that through the laying on of the apostles’ hands the Holy Spirit was given, he offered them money, New American Standard Bible Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, NASB 1995 Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was bestowed through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, NASB 1977 Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was bestowed through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Legacy Standard Bible Now when Simon saw that the Spirit had been bestowed through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Amplified Bible Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Christian Standard Bible When Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Holman Christian Standard Bible When Simon saw that the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, American Standard Version Now when Simon saw that through the laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Spirit was given, he offered them money, Contemporary English Version Simon noticed that the Spirit was given only when the apostles placed their hands on the people. So he brought money English Revised Version Now when Simon saw that through the laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, GOD'S WORD® Translation Simon saw that the Spirit was given to the Samaritans when the apostles placed their hands on them. So he offered Peter and John money Good News Translation Simon saw that the Spirit had been given to the believers when the apostles placed their hands on them. So he offered money to Peter and John, International Standard Version Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered them money Majority Standard Bible When Simon saw that the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money. NET Bible Now Simon, when he saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, offered them money, New Heart English Bible Now when Simon saw that the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered them money, Webster's Bible Translation And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Spirit was given, he offered them money, Weymouth New Testament When, however, Simon saw that it was through the laying on of the Apostles' hands that the Spirit was bestowed, he offered them money. World English Bible Now when Simon saw that the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Simon, having beheld that through the laying on of the hands of the apostles the Holy Spirit is given, brought money before them, Berean Literal Bible Now of Simon having seen that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered to them money, Young's Literal Translation And Simon, having beheld that through the laying on of the hands of the apostles, the Holy Spirit is given, brought before them money, Smith's Literal Translation And Simon having seen that by putting on of hands of the sent the Holy Spirit is given, he brought money to them, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when Simon saw, that by the imposition of the hands of the apostles, the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, Catholic Public Domain Version But when Simon had seen that, by the imposition of the hands of the Apostles, the Holy Spirit was given, he offered them money, New American Bible When Simon saw that the Spirit was conferred by the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money New Revised Standard Version Now when Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when Semon saw that the Holy Spirit was given by the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money, Aramaic Bible in Plain English And when Simon saw that by laying on of the hands of the Apostles The Spirit of Holiness was given, he brought silver to them, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when Simon saw that the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the hands of the apostles, he offered them money, Godbey New Testament But Simon seeing that by the laying on of the hands of the apostles the Spirit was given, offered them money, saying, Haweis New Testament Now when Simon saw, that by the imposition of the apostles’ hands, the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, Mace New Testament when Simon saw that the holy spirit was given by imposition of the hands of the apostles, he offered them money, saying, Weymouth New Testament When, however, Simon saw that it was through the laying on of the Apostles' hands that the Spirit was bestowed, he offered them money. Worrell New Testament Now Simon, seeing that through the laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Spirit was given, offered them money, Worsley New Testament And when Simon saw that the holy Spirit was given by the imposition of the hands of the apostles, he offered them money, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Simon the Sorcerer…17Then Peter and John laid their hands on them, and they received the Holy Spirit. 18When Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money. 19“Give me this power as well,” he said, “so that everyone on whom I lay my hands may receive the Holy Spirit.”… Cross References Acts 8:20-21 But Peter replied, “May your silver perish with you, because you thought you could buy the gift of God with money! / You have no part or share in our ministry, because your heart is not right before God. Acts 19:13-16 Now there were some itinerant Jewish exorcists who tried to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus over those with evil spirits. They would say, “I command you by Jesus, whom Paul proclaims.” / Seven sons of Sceva, a Jewish chief priest, were doing this. / But one day the evil spirit responded, “Jesus I know, and I know about Paul, but who are you?” ... 2 Kings 5:15-16 Then Naaman and all his attendants went back to the man of God, stood before him, and declared, “Now I know for sure that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel. So please accept a gift from your servant.” / But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives, before whom I stand, I will not accept it.” And although Naaman urged him to accept it, he refused. Matthew 10:8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. 2 Peter 2:15 They have left the straight way and wandered off to follow the way of Balaam son of Beor, who loved the wages of wickedness. 1 Timothy 6:10 For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. 2 Kings 5:26-27 But Elisha questioned him, “Did not my spirit go with you when the man got down from his chariot to meet you? Is this the time to accept money and clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, menservants and maidservants? / Therefore, the leprosy of Naaman will cling to you and your descendants forever!” And as Gehazi left his presence, he was leprous—as white as snow. Matthew 7:22-23 Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’ 1 Samuel 12:3 Here I am. Bear witness against me before the LORD and before His anointed: Whose ox or donkey have I taken? Whom have I cheated or oppressed? From whose hand have I accepted a bribe and closed my eyes? Tell me, and I will restore it to you.” 2 Corinthians 2:17 For we are not like so many others, who peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as men sent from God. 2 Peter 2:3 In their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep. 1 Kings 21:2-4 So Ahab said to Naboth, “Give me your vineyard to use as a vegetable garden, since it is next to my palace. I will give you a better vineyard in its place—or if you prefer, I will give you its value in silver.” / But Naboth replied, “The LORD forbid that I should give you the inheritance of my fathers.” / So Ahab went to his palace, sullen and angry because Naboth the Jezreelite had told him, “I will not give you the inheritance of my fathers.” He lay down on his bed, turned his face away, and refused to eat. 1 Timothy 3:3 not dependent on wine, not violent but gentle, peaceable, and free of the love of money. 2 Kings 5:20-24 Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, “Look, my master has spared this Aramean, Naaman, by not accepting what he brought. As surely as the LORD lives, I will run after him and get something from him.” / So Gehazi pursued Naaman. And when Naaman saw him running toward him, he got down from the chariot to meet him and asked, “Is everything all right?” / “Everything is all right,” Gehazi replied. “My master has sent me to say, ‘Look, two young men from the sons of the prophets have just now come to me from the hill country of Ephraim. Please give them a talent of silver and two sets of clothing.’” ... Micah 3:11 Her leaders judge for a bribe, her priests teach for a price, and her prophets practice divination for money. Yet they lean upon the LORD, saying, “Is not the LORD among us? No disaster can come upon us.” Treasury of Scripture And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, he offered. 2 Kings 5:15,16 And he returned to the man of God, he and all his company, and came, and stood before him: and he said, Behold, now I know that there is no God in all the earth, but in Israel: now therefore, I pray thee, take a blessing of thy servant… 2 Kings 8:9 So Hazael went to meet him, and took a present with him, even of every good thing of Damascus, forty camels' burden, and came and stood before him, and said, Thy son Benhadad king of Syria hath sent me to thee, saying, Shall I recover of this disease? Ezekiel 13:19 And will ye pollute me among my people for handfuls of barley and for pieces of bread, to slay the souls that should not die, and to save the souls alive that should not live, by your lying to my people that hear your lies? Jump to Previous Apostles Beheld Bestowed Ghost Hands Holy However Laying Money Offered Offering Simon Spirit TouchJump to Next Apostles Beheld Bestowed Ghost Hands Holy However Laying Money Offered Offering Simon Spirit TouchActs 8 1. By occasion of the persecution in Jerusalem, the church being planted in Samaria, 4. by Philip the deacon, who preached, did miracles, and baptized many; 9. among the rest Simon the sorcerer, a great seducer of the people; 14. Peter and John come to confirm and enlarge the church; 15. where, by prayer and imposition of hands giving the Holy Spirit; 18. when Simon would have bought the like power of them, 20. Peter sharply reproving his hypocrisy and covetousness, 22. and exhorting him to repentance, 25. together with John preaching the word of the Lord, return to Jerusalem; 26. but the angel sends Philip to teach and baptize the Ethiopian Eunuch. When Simon saw The name "Simon" here refers to Simon the Magician, also known as Simon Magus. Historically, Simon was a Samaritan sorcerer who had previously amazed the people with his magic. The Greek word for "saw" is "εἶδεν" (eiden), which implies more than just physical sight; it suggests perception and understanding. Simon's observation was not merely visual but also an acknowledgment of the power and authority that the apostles possessed. This moment marks a pivotal point in Simon's journey, as he transitions from a mere observer of miracles to someone who desires the power behind them. that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands he offered them money Parallel Commentaries ... Greek [When]δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. Simon Σίμων (Simōn) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 4613: Simon. Of Hebrew origin; Simon, the name of nine Israelites. saw Ἰδὼν (Idōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3708: Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. 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. Spirit Πνεῦμα (Pneuma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit. was given δίδοται (didotai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. through διὰ (dia) Preposition Strong's 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. laying on ἐπιθέσεως (epitheseōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1936: A laying on; an attack, assault. From epitithemi; an imposition. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive 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. apostles’ ἀποστόλων (apostolōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 652: From apostello; a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ. hands, χειρῶν (cheirōn) Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural Strong's 5495: A hand. he offered προσήνεγκεν (prosēnenken) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4374: From pros and phero; to bear towards, i.e. Lead to, tender, treat. 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. money. χρήματα (chrēmata) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 5536: Money, riches, possessions. Something useful or needed, i.e. Wealth, price. 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