Israel's Temporary Rejection
Acts 13:50-52
But the Jews stirred up the devout and honorable women, and the chief men of the city, and raised persecution against Paul and Barnabas…


1. Wickedly caused by themselves, through pride and ingratitude.

2. Righteously ordained by the Lord in virtue of holiness and truth.

3. An admonitory example to Christianity, and also an impressive call to go after the lost sheep of Israel.

(K. Gerok.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: But the Jews stirred up the devout and honourable women, and the chief men of the city, and raised persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them out of their coasts.

WEB: But the Jews stirred up the devout and prominent women and the chief men of the city, and stirred up a persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and threw them out of their borders.




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