The Effects of Christianity on Ancient Superstitions
Acts 16:19-26
And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas…


The priesthood in all its branches, Flamens, Augurs, Hornspices, contemplated the advance of Christianity with dismay. It emptied their temples, curtailed their sacrifices, reduced their profits, exposed their frauds.

(J. J. Blunt, D. D.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the marketplace unto the rulers,

WEB: But when her masters saw that the hope of their gain was gone, they seized Paul and Silas, and dragged them into the marketplace before the rulers.




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