Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, New Living Translation As was Paul’s custom, he went to the synagogue service, and for three Sabbaths in a row he used the Scriptures to reason with the people. English Standard Version And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Berean Standard Bible As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Berean Literal Bible And according to the custom with Paul, he went in to them and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, King James Bible And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures, New King James Version Then Paul, as his custom was, went in to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, New American Standard Bible And according to Paul’s custom, he visited them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, NASB 1995 And according to Paul’s custom, he went to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, NASB 1977 And according to Paul’s custom, he went to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Legacy Standard Bible And according to Paul’s custom, he went to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Amplified Bible And Paul entered the synagogue, as was his custom, and for three Sabbaths he engaged in discussion and friendly debate with them from the Scriptures, Christian Standard Bible As usual, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Holman Christian Standard Bible As usual, Paul went to the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days reasoned with them from the Scriptures, American Standard Version and Paul, as his custom was, went in unto them, and for three sabbath days reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Contemporary English Version So as usual, Paul went there to worship, and on three Sabbaths he spoke to the people. He used the Scriptures English Revised Version and Paul, as his custom was, went in unto them, and for three sabbath days reasoned with them from the scriptures, GOD'S WORD® Translation As usual, Paul went into the synagogue. On three consecutive days of worship, he had discussions about Scripture with the synagogue members. Good News Translation According to his usual habit Paul went to the synagogue. There during three Sabbaths he held discussions with the people, quoting International Standard Version As usual, Paul entered there and on three Sabbaths discussed the Scriptures with them. Majority Standard Bible As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, NET Bible Paul went to the Jews in the synagogue, as he customarily did, and on three Sabbath days he addressed them from the scriptures, New Heart English Bible Paul, as was his custom, went in to them, and for three Sabbath days reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Webster's Bible Translation And Paul, as his manner was, went in to them, and on three sabbaths reasoned with them out of the scriptures, Weymouth New Testament Paul--following his usual custom--betook himself to it, and for three successive Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, World English Bible Paul, as was his custom, went in to them; and for three Sabbath days reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand according to the custom of Paul, he went in to them, and for three Sabbaths he was reasoning with them from the Writings, Berean Literal Bible And according to the custom with Paul, he went in to them and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Young's Literal Translation and according to the custom of Paul, he went in unto them, and for three sabbaths he was reasoning with them from the Writings, Smith's Literal Translation And according to custom to Paul, he went in to them, and upon three sabbaths discussed with them from the writings, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Paul, according to his custom, went in unto them; and for three sabbath days he reasoned with them out of the scriptures: Catholic Public Domain Version Then Paul, according to custom, entered to them. And for three Sabbaths he disputed with them about the Scriptures, New American Bible Following his usual custom, Paul joined them, and for three sabbaths he entered into discussions with them from the scriptures, New Revised Standard Version And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three sabbath days argued with them from the scriptures, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Paul, as was his custom, went in to join them, and for three sabbaths, he spoke to them from the scriptures, Aramaic Bible in Plain English And Paulus entered as he was accustomed with them, and on the third Sabbath he spoke with them from the Scripture, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd Paul, according to his custom, went in to them, and, for three sabbath-days, he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Godbey New Testament And according to custom to Paul, he came in unto them, and for three Sabbaths he expounded unto them from the scriptures, Haweis New Testament And Paul, according to his usual custom, went in to them, and for three sabbaths he reasoned with them from the scriptures, Mace New Testament Paul, as was his custom, us'd to go there, and for three sabbath-days discours'd to the Jews from the scriptures, Weymouth New Testament Paul--following his usual custom--betook himself to it, and for three successive Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Worrell New Testament and, according to Paul's custom, he went in to them; and for three sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, Worsley New Testament And according to his custom Paul went in among them, and for three sabbath-days discoursed to them from the scriptures; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul Preaches at Thessalonica1When they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3explaining and proving that the Christ had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Christ,” he declared.… Cross References Acts 9:20 Saul promptly began to proclaim Jesus in the synagogues, declaring, “He is the Son of God.” Acts 13:5 When they arrived at Salamis, they proclaimed the word of God in the Jewish synagogues. And John was with them as their helper. Acts 18:4 Every Sabbath he reasoned in the synagogue, trying to persuade Jews and Greeks alike. Acts 19:8 Then Paul went into the synagogue and spoke boldly there for three months, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God. Luke 4:16 Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read, Acts 14:1 At Iconium, Paul and Barnabas went as usual into the Jewish synagogue, where they spoke so well that a great number of Jews and Greeks believed. Acts 28:23 So they set a day to meet with Paul, and many people came to the place he was staying. He expounded to them from morning to evening, testifying about the kingdom of God and persuading them about Jesus from the Law of Moses and the Prophets. Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. 1 Corinthians 9:20 To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), to win those under the law. 2 Timothy 3:15 From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. Acts 17:17 So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and God-fearing Gentiles, and in the marketplace with those he met each day. Acts 13:14 And from Perga, they traveled inland to Pisidian Antioch, where they entered the synagogue on the Sabbath and sat down. Acts 16:13 On the Sabbath we went outside the city gate along the river, where it was customary to find a place of prayer. After sitting down, we spoke to the women who had gathered there. Acts 24:14 I do confess to you, however, that I worship the God of our fathers according to the Way, which they call a sect. I believe everything that is laid down by the Law and written in the Prophets, Acts 26:22-23 But I have had God’s help to this day, and I stand here to testify to small and great alike. I am saying nothing beyond what the prophets and Moses said would happen: / that the Christ would suffer, and as the first to rise from the dead, would proclaim light to our people and to the Gentiles.” Treasury of Scripture And Paul, as his manner was, went in to them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures, as. Luke 4:16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read. John 18:20 Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing. went. Acts 17:10,17 And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews… Acts 9:20 And straightway he preached Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of God. Acts 13:5 And when they were at Salamis, they preached the word of God in the synagogues of the Jews: and they had also John to their minister. reasoned. Acts 24:25 And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee. Acts 28:23 And when they had appointed him a day, there came many to him into his lodging; to whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God, persuading them concerning Jesus, both out of the law of Moses, and out of the prophets, from morning till evening. 1 Samuel 12:7 Now therefore stand still, that I may reason with you before the LORD of all the righteous acts of the LORD, which he did to you and to your fathers. Jump to Previous Argued Custom Discussions Following Generally Holy Manner Paul Paul's Reasoned Reasoning Sabbath Sabbaths Scriptures Successive Synagogue Three Usual Weeks WritingsJump to Next Argued Custom Discussions Following Generally Holy Manner Paul Paul's Reasoned Reasoning Sabbath Sabbaths Scriptures Successive Synagogue Three Usual Weeks WritingsActs 17 1. Paul preaches at Thessalonica, where some believe,5. and others persecute him. 10. He is sent to Berea, and preaches there. 13. Being persecuted by Jews from Thessalonica, 16. he comes to Athens, and disputes and preaches the living God, to them unknown; 32. whereby, though some mock, many are converted unto Christ. As was his custom This phrase indicates a habitual practice of the Apostle Paul. The Greek word "ethos" is used here, which refers to a custom or habit. Paul's consistent approach to ministry reflects his dedication and strategic method of spreading the Gospel. His custom of engaging with the Jewish community in synagogues shows his respect for Jewish traditions and his desire to connect the message of Christ with the Jewish Scriptures. This practice underscores the importance of consistency and intentionality in ministry efforts. Paul went into the synagogue and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures Parallel Commentaries ... Greek As wasκατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). [his] τὸ (to) Article - Accusative 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. custom, εἰωθὸς (eiōthos) Verb - Perfect Participle Active - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 1486: To be accustomed, custom, what was customary. A primary verb; to be used; neuter perfect participle usage. Paul Παύλῳ (Paulō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. went into εἰσῆλθεν (eisēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter. [the synagogue], αὐτοὺς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. on ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at. three τρία (tria) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 5140: Three. Or neuter tria a primary number; 'three'. Sabbaths σάββατα (sabbata) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 4521: The Sabbath, a week. he reasoned διελέξατο (dielexato) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1256: To converse, address, preach, lecture; I argue, reason. Middle voice from dia and lego; to say thoroughly, i.e. Discuss. with 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. from ἀπὸ (apo) Preposition Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses. 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. Scriptures, γραφῶν (graphōn) Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural Strong's 1124: (a) a writing, (b) a passage of scripture; plur: the scriptures. A document, i.e. Holy Writ. Links Acts 17:2 NIVActs 17:2 NLT Acts 17:2 ESV Acts 17:2 NASB Acts 17:2 KJV Acts 17:2 BibleApps.com Acts 17:2 Biblia Paralela Acts 17:2 Chinese Bible Acts 17:2 French Bible Acts 17:2 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 17:2 Paul as was his custom went (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |