CHAP. VI . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.3) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.6) And in those dayes when the number of the Disciples was multiplied , there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrewes , because their widowes were neglected in the daily ministration . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.7) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.8) Then the twelue called the multitude of the disciples vnto them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.9) and said , It is not reason that we should leaue the word of God , and serue tables . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.10) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.11) Wherefore brethren , looke ye out among you seuen men of honest report , full of the holy Ghost , and wisedome , whom we may appoint ouer this businesse . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.12) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.13) But we will giue our selues continually to prayer , and to the ministerie of the word . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.14) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.15) And the saying pleased the whole multitude : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.16) and they chose Steuen , a man full of faith and of the holy Ghost , and Philip , and Prochorus , and Nicanor , and Timon , and Permenas , and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch . 6 Whom they set before the Apostles : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.17) and when they had praied , they layd their hands on them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.18) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.19) And the word of God encreased , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.20) and the number of the Disciples multiplied in Hierusalem greatly , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.21) and a great company of the Priests were obedient to the faith . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.22) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.23) And Steuen full of faith and power , did great wonders and miracles among the people . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.24) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.25) Then there arose certaine of the Synagogue , which is called the Synagogue of the Libertines , and Cyrenians , and Alexandrians , and of them of Cilicia , and of Asia , disputing with Steuen . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.26) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.27) And they were not able to resist the wisedome and the spirit by which he spake . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.28) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.29) Then they suborned men which said , We haue heard him speake blasphemous words against Moses , and against God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.30) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.31) And they stirred vp the people , and the Elders , and the Scribes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.32) and came vpon him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.33) and caught him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.34) and brought him to the Councell , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.35) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.36) And set vp false witnesses , which said , This man ceaseth not to speake blasphemous words against this holy place , and the Law . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.37) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.38) For we haue heard him say , that this Iesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place , & shall change the Customes which Moses deliuered vs . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.39) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.40) And all that sate in the Councell , looking stedfastly on him , saw his face as it had bene the face of an Angel . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VI,1A.41) CHAP. VII . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.44) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.47) Then said the high Priest , Are these things so ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.48) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.49) And hee said , Men , brethren , and fathers hearken : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.50) The God of glory appeared vnto our father Abraham , when he was in Mesopotamia , before he dwelt in Charran , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.51) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.52) And said vnto him , Get thee out of thy countrey , and from thy kinred , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.53) and come into the land which I shall shew thee . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.54) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.55) Then came he out of the land of the Chaldeans , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.56) and dwelt in Charran : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.57) and from thence , when his father was dead , he remoued him into this lande wherein ye now dwell . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.58) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.59) And he gaue him none inheritance in it , no not so much as to set his foote on : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.60) yet he promised that he would giue it to him for a possession , and to his seed after him , when as yet he had no child (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.61) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.62) And God spake on this wise , that his seede should soiourne in a strange land , and that they should bring them into bondage , and intreate them euill foure hundreth yeeres . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.63) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.64) And the nation to whom they shal bee in bondage , will I iudge , saide God : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.65) And after that shall they come forth , and serue me in this place . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.66) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.67) And he gaue him the couenant of Circumcision : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.68) and so Abraham begate Isaac , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.69) and circumcised him the eight day : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.70) and Isaac begate Iacob , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.71) and Iacob begate the twelue Patriarchs . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.72) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.73) And the Patriarchs moued with enuie , sold Ioseph into Egypt : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.74) but God was with him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.75) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.76) And deliuered him out of all his afflictions , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.77) and gaue him fauour and wisedome in the sight of Pharao king of Egypt : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.78) and he made him gouernour ouer Egypt and all his house . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.79) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.80) Now there came a dearth ouer all the land of Egypt , and Chanaan , and great affliction , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.81) and our fathers found no sustenance . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.82) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.83) But when Iacob heard that there was corne in Egypt , he sent out our fathers first . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.84) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.85) And at the second time Ioseph was made knowen to his brethren , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.86) and Iosephs kinred was made knowen vnto Pharao . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.87) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.88) Then sent Ioseph , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.89) and called his father Iacob to him , and all his kinred , threescore and fifteene soules . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.90) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.91) So Iacob went downe into Egyt , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.92) and died , he and our fathers , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.93) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.94) And were caried ouer into Sichem , and laid in the sepulchre that Abraham bought for a summe of money of the sonnes of Emor the father of Sichem . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.95) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.96) But when the time of the promise drew nigh , which God had sworne to Abraham , the people grew and multiplied in Egypt , 18 Till another king arose , which knew not Ioseph . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.97) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.98) The same dealt subtilly with our kinred , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,1A.99) and euill intreated our fathers , so that they cast out their yong children , to the end they might not liue . In which time Moses was borne , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.100) and was exceeding faire , and nourished vp in his fathers house three moneths : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.101) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.102) And when he was cast out , Pharaohs daughter tooke him vp , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.103) and nourished him for her owne sonne . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.104) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.105) And Moses was learned in all the wisedome of the Egyptians , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.106) and was mightie in words and in deeds . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.107) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.108) And when he was full forty yeres old , it came into his hear to visit his brethren the children of $Israel . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.109) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.110) And seeing one of them suffer wrong , he defended him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.111) and auenged him that was oppressed , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.112) and smote the Egyptian : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.113) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.114) For he supposed his brethren would haue vnderstood , how that God by his hand would deliuer them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.115) but they vnderstood not . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.116) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.117) And the next day he shewed himselfe unto them as they stroue , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.118) and would haue set them at one againe , saying , Sirs , ye are brethren , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.119) Why doe yee wrong one to another ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.120) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.121) But hee that did his neighbour wrong , thrust him away , saying , Who made thee a ruler and a Iudge ouer vs ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.122) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.123) Wilt thou kill me , as thou diddest the Egyptian yesterday ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.124) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.125) Then fled Moses at this saying , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.126) and was a stranger in the land of Madian , where he begate two sonnes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.127) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.128) And when fourtie yeeres were expired , there appeared to him in the wildernes of mount Sina , an Angel of the Lord in a flame of fire in a bush . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.129) 31 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.130) When Moses saw it , he wondred at the sight : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.131) and as he drew neere to behold it , the voyce of the Lord came vnto him , 32 Saying , I am the God of thy fathers , the God of Abraham , and the God of Isaac , and the God of Iacob . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.132) Then Moses trembled , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.133) and durst not behold . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.134) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.135) Then said the Lord to him , Put off thy shooes from thy feet : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.136) for the place where thou standest , is holy ground . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.137) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.138) I haue seene , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.139) I haue seene the affliction of my people which is in Egypt , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.140) and I haue heard their groning , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.141) & am come downe to deliuer them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.142) And now come , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.143) I will send thee into Egypt . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.144) 35 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.145) This Moses whom they refused , saying , Who made thee a ruler and a Iudge ? the same did God send to bee a ruler and a deliuerer , by the handes of the Angel which appeared to him in the bush . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.146) 36 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.147) He brought them out , after that he had shewed wonders and signes in the land of Egypt , and in the red Sea , and in the wildernesse fortie yeeres . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.148) 37 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.149) This is that Moses which said vnto the children of Israel , A Prophet shall the Lord your God raise vp vnto you of your brethren , like vnto mee : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.150) him shall ye heare . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.151) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.152) This is he that was in y=e= Church in the wildernesse with the Angel , which spake to him in the mount Sina , and with our fathers : who receiued the liuely oracles , to giue vnto vs . 39 To whom our fathers would not obey , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.153) but thrust him from them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,20A.154) and in their hearts turned backe againe into Egypt , Saying vnto Aaron , Make vs gods to goe before vs . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.155) For as for this Moses , which brought vs out of the land of Egypt , we wote not what is become of him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.156) 41 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.157) And they made a calfe in those dayes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.158) and offered sacrifice vnto the idole , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.159) and reioyced in the workes of their owne hands . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.160) 42 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.161) Then God turned , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.162) and gaue them vp to worship the hoste of heauen , as it is written in the booke of the Prophets , O ye house of Israel , haue ye offered to me slaine beasts , and sacrifices , by the space of fourty yeeres in the wildernesse ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.163) 43 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.164) Yea , ye tooke vp the Tabernacle of Moloch , and the starre of your God Remphan , figures which ye made , to worship them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.165) and I will carie you away beyond Babylon . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.166) 44 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.167) Our fathers had the Tabernacle of witnesse in the wildernesse , as hee had appointed , speaking vnto Moses , that he should make it according to the fashion that he had seene . 45 Which also our fathers that came after , brought in with Iesus into the possession of the Gentiles , whom God draue out before the face of our fathers , vnto the dayes of Dauid , 46 Who found fauour before God , and desired to find a Tabernacle for the God of Iacob . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.168) 47 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.169) But Solomon built him an house . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.170) 48 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.171) Howbeit the most high dwelleth not in temples made with hands , as saith the Prophet , 49 Heauen is my throne , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.172) and earth is my footestoole : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.173) What house will ye build me , saith the Lord ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.174) Or what is the place of my rest ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.175) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.176) Hath not my hand made all these things ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.177) 51 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.178) Ye stifnecked and vncircumcised in heart , and eares , ye doe alwayes resist the holy Ghost ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.179) as your fathers did , so doe ye . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.180) 52 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.181) Which of the Prophets haue not your fathers persecuted ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.182) And they haue slaine them which shewed before of the comming of the Iust one , of whom ye haue bene now the betrayers and murderers : 53 Who haue receiued the Lawe by the disposition of Angels , and haue not kept it . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.183) 54 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.184) When they heard these things , they were cut to the heart , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.185) and they gnashed on him with their teeth . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.186) 55 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.187) But hee being full of the holy Ghost , looked vp stedfastly into heauen , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.188) and saw the glory of God , and Iesus standing on the right hand of God , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.189) 56 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.190) And said , Behold , I see the heauens opened , and the Sonne of man standing on the right hand of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.191) 57 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.192) Then they cried out with a loud voice , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.193) and stopped their eares , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.194) and ran vpon him with one accord , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.195) 58 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.196) And cast him out of the citie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.197) and stoned him : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.198) and the witnesses layd downe their clothes at a yong mans feete , whose name was Saul . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.199) 59 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.200) And they stoned Steuen , calling vpon God , and saying , Lord Iesus receiue my spirit . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,40A.201) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,60A.203) And he kneeled downe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,60A.204) and cried with a loud voice , Lord lay not this sinne to their charge . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,60A.205) And when he had said this , he fell asleepe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VII,60A.206) CHAP. VIII . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.209) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.212) And Saul was consenting vnto his death . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.213) And at that time there was a great persecution against the Church which was at Hierusalem , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.214) and they were all scattered abroad through out the regions of Iudea , and Samaria , except the Apostles . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.215) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.216) And deuout men carried Steuen to his buriall , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.217) and made great lamentation ouer him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.218) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.219) As for Saul , he made hauocke of the Church , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.220) entring into euery house , and hailing men and women , committed them to prison . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.221) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.222) Therefore they that were scattered abroad , went euery where preaching the word . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.223) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.224) Then Philip went downe to the citie of Samaria , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.225) and preached Christ vnto them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.226) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.227) And the people with one accord gaue heed vnto those things which Philip spake , hearing and seeing the miracles which he did . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.228) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.229) For vncleane spirits , crying with lowd voyce , came out of many that were possessed with them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.230) and many taken with palsies , and that were lame , were healed . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.231) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.232) And there was great ioy in that citie . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.233) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.234) But there was a certaine man called Simon , which before time in the same citie vsed sorcery , and bewitched the people of Samaria , giuing out that himselfe was some great one . To whom they all gaue heed from the least to the greatest , saying , This man is the great power of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.235) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.236) And to him they had regard , because that of long time he had bewitched them with sorceries . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.237) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.238) But when they beleeued Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdome of God , and the Name of Iesus Christ , they were baptized , both men and women . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.239) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.240) Then Simon himselfe beleeued also : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.241) and when hee was baptized , hee continued with Philip , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.242) and wondered , beholding the miracles and signes which were done . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.243) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.244) Now when the Apostles which were at Hierusalem , heard that Samaria had receiued the word of God , they sent vnto them Peter and Iohn . 15 Who when they were come downe , praied for them that they might receiue the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.245) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.246) For as yet hee was fallen vpon none of them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.247) onely they were baptized in the Name of the Lord Iesus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.248) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.249) Then layde they their hands on them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.250) and they receiued the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.251) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.252) And when Simon saw that through laying on of the Apostles hands , the holy Ghost was giuen , hee offered them money , 19 Saying , Giue me also this power , that on whomsoeuer I lay handes , hee may receiue the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,1A.253) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.255) But Peter said vnto him , Thy money perish with thee , because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.256) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.257) Thou hast neither part nor lot in this matter , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.258) for thy heart is not right in the sight of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.259) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.260) Repent therefore of this thy wickednesse , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.261) and pray God , if perhaps the thought of thine heart may be forgiuen thee . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.262) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.263) For I perceiue that thou art in the gall of bitternesse , and in the bond of iniquitie . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.264) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.265) Then answered Simon , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.266) and said , Pray ye to the Lord for mee , that none of these things which ye haue spoken , come vpon me . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.267) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.268) And they , when they had testified and preached the word of the Lord , returned to Hierusalem , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.269) and preached the Gospel in many villages of the Samaritanes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.270) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.271) And the Angel of the Lord spake vnto Philip , saying , Arise , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.272) and goe toward the South , vnto the way that goeth downe from Hierusalem vnto Gaza , which is desert . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.273) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.274) And hee arose , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.275) and went : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.276) and behold , a man of Ethiopia , an Eunuch of great authority vnder Candace queene of the Ethiopians , who had the charge of all her treasure , and had come to Hierusalem for to worship , 28 Was returning , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.277) and sitting in his charet , read Esaias the Prophet . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.278) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.279) Then the Spirit saide vnto Philip , Goe neere , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.280) and ioyne thy selfe to this charet . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.281) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.282) And Philip ran thither to him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.283) and heard him reade the Prophet Esaias , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.284) and said , Vnderstandest thou what thou readest ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.285) 31 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.286) And hee said , How can I , except some man should guide me ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.287) And he desired Philip , that hee would come vp , and sit with him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.288) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.289) The place of the Scripture , which hee read , was this , Hee was led as a sheepe to the slaughter , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.290) & like a Lambe dumbe before the shearer , so opened he not his mouth : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.291) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.292) In his humiliation , his Iudgement was taken away : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.293) and who shall declare his generation ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.294) For his life is taken from the earth . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.295) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.296) And the Eunuch answered Philip , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.297) and said , I pray thee , of whom speaketh the Prophet this ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.298) of himselfe , or of some other man ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.299) 35 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.300) Then Philip opened his mouth , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.301) and began at the same Scripture , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.302) and preached vnto him Iesus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.303) 36 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.304) And as they went on their way , they came vnto a certaine water : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.305) and the Eunuch said , See , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.306) here is water , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.307) what doeth hinder me to be baptized ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.308) 37 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.309) And Philip said , If thou beleeuest with all thine heart , thou mayest . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.310) And he answered , and said , I beleeue that Iesus Christ is the Sonne of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.311) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.312) And he commanded the charet to stand still : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.313) and they went downe both into the water , both Philip , and the Eunuch , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.314) and he baptized him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.315) 39 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.316) And when they were come vp out of the water , the Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip , that the Eunuch saw him no more : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.317) and hee went on his way reioycing . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,20A.318) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,40A.320) But Philip was found at Azotus : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,40A.321) and passing thorow he preached in all the cities , till he came to Cesarea . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,VIII,40A.322) CHAP. IX . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.325) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.328) And Saul yet breathing out threatnings & slaughter against the disciples of the Lord , went vnto the high Priest , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.329) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.330) And desired of him letters to Damascus , to the Synagogues , that if hee found any of this way , whether they were men or women , hee might bring them bound vnto Hierusalem . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.331) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.332) And as he iourneyed he came neere Damascus , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.333) and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heauen . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.334) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.335) And he fel to the earth , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.336) and heard a voice saying vnto him , Saul , Saul , why persecutest thou me ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.337) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.338) And he said , Who art thou Lord ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.339) And the Lord said , I am Iesus whom thou persecutest : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.340) It is hard for thee to kicke against the prickes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.341) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.342) And he trembling and astonished , said , Lord , what wilt thou haue mee to doe ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.343) And the Lord said vnto him , Arise , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.344) and goe into the citie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.345) and it shall be told thee what thou must doe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.346) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.347) And the men which iourneyed with him , stood speechlesse , hearing a voice , but seeing no man . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.348) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.349) And Saul arose from the earth , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.350) and when his eyes were opened , he saw no man : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.351) but they led him by the hand , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.352) and brought him into Damascus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.353) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.354) And he was three dayes without sight , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.355) and neither-1 did eate , nor drinke . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.356) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.357) And there was a certaine disciple at Damascus , named Ananias , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.358) and to him said the Lord in a vision , Ananias . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.359) And he said , Behold , I am here , Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.360) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.361) And the Lord said vnto him , Arise , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.362) and goe into the street , which is called Straight , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.363) and inquire in the house of Iudas , for one called Saul of Tarsus : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.364) for behold , he prayeth , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.365) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.366) And hath seene in a vision a man named Ananias , comming in , and putting his hand on him , that he might receiue his sight . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.367) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.368) Then Ananias answered , Lord , I haue heard by many of this man , how much euill hee hath done to thy Saints at Hierusalem : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.369) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.370) And here he hath authoritie from the chiefe Priests , to binde all that call on thy Name . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.371) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.372) But the Lord said vnto him , Goe thy way : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.373) for hee is a chosen vessell vnto me , to beare my Name before the Gentiles , and Kings , and the children of Israel . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.374) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.375) For I will shew him how great things hee must suffer for my Names sake . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.376) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.377) And Ananias went his way , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.378) and entred into the house , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.379) and putting his hands on him , said , Brother Saul , the Lord euen Iesus that appeared vnto thee in the way as thou camest hath sent me , that thou mightest receiue thy sight , and be filled with the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.380) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.381) And immediatly there fell from his eyes as it had bene scales , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.382) and he receiued sight forthwith , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.383) and arose , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.384) and was baptized . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.385) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.386) And when hee had receiued meat , he was strengthened . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.387) Then was Saul certaine dayes with the disciples which were at Damascus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,1A.388) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.390) And straightway hee preached Christ in the Synagogues , that hee is the Sonne of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.391) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.392) But all that heard him , were amazed , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.393) and said , Is not this he that destroyed them which called on this Name in Hierusalem , and came hither for that intent that he might bring them bound vnto the chiefe Priests ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.394) But Saul increased the more in strength , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.395) and confounded the Iewes which dwelt at Damascus , proouing that this is very Christ . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.396) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.397) And after that many dayes were fulfilled , the Iewes tooke counsel to kill him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.398) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.399) But their laying awaite was knowen of Saul : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.400) and they watched the gates day and night to kill him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.401) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.402) Then the disciples tooke him by night , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.403) and let him downe by the wall in a basket . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.404) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.405) And when Saul was come to Hierusalem , he assayed to ioyne himselfe to the disciples , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.406) but they were all afraid of him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.407) and beleeued not that he was a disciple . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.408) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.409) But Barnabas tooke him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.410) and brought him to the Apostles , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.411) and declared vnto them how hee had seene the Lord in the way , and that hee had spoken to him , and how hee had preached boldly at Damascus in the Name of Iesus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.412) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.413) And he was with them comming in , and going out at Hierusalem . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.414) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.415) And he spake boldly in the Name of the Lord Iesus ; (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.416) and disputed against the Grecians : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.417) but they went about to slay him . Which when the brethren knewe , they brought him downe to Cesarea , and sent him foorth to Tarsus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.418) 31 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.419) Then had the Churches rest thorowout all Iudea , and Galilee , and Samaria , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.420) and were edified , and walking in the feare of the Lord , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.421) and in the comfort of the holy Ghost , were multiplied . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.422) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.423) And it came to passe , as Peter passed thorowout all quarters , he came downe also to the Saints , which dwelt at Lydda . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.424) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.425) And there he found a certaine man named Aeneas , which had kept his bed eight yeeres , and was sicke of the palsie . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.426) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.427) And Peter said vnto him , Aeneas , Iesus Christ maketh thee whole : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.428) arise , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.429) and make thy bed . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.430) And he arose immediately . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.431) 35 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.432) And all that dwelt at Lydda , and Saron , saw him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.433) and turned to the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.434) 36 Now there was at Ioppa a certain disciple , named Tabitha , which by interpretation is called Dorcas : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.435) This woman was full of good works , and almes deeds , which she did . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.436) 37 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.437) And it came to passe in those dayes that she was sicke , and died : whome when they had washed , they laid her in an vpper chamber , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.438) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.439) And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Ioppa , and the disciples had heard that Peter was there , they sent vnto him two men , desiring him that he would not delay to come to them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.440) 39 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.441) Then Peter arose (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.442) and went with them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.443) when he was come , they brought him into the vpper chamber : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.444) And all the widowes stood by him weeping , and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made , while shee was with them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,20A.445) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.447) But Peter put them all forth , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.448) and kneeled downe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.449) and prayed , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.450) and turning him to the body , said , Tabitha , arise . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.451) And she opened her eyes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.452) and when she saw Peter , she sate vp . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.453) 41 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.454) And he gaue her his hand , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.455) and lift her vp : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.456) and when hee had called the Saints & widowes , presented her aliue . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.457) 42 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.458) And it was knowen thorowout all Ioppa , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.459) and many beleeued in the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.460) 43 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.461) And it came to passe , that he taried many dayes in Ioppa , with one Simon a Tanner . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,IX,40A.462) CHAP. X . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.465) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.468) There was a certaine man in Cesarea , called Cornelius , a Centurion of y=e= band called the Italian band , 2 A deuout man , and one that feared God with all his house , which gaue much almes to the people , and prayed to God alway . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.469) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.470) He saw in a vision euidently , about the ninth houre of the day , an Angel of God comming in to him , and saying vnto him , Cornelius . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.471) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.472) And when he looked on him , hee was afraid , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.473) and said , What is it , Lord ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.474) And he said vnto him , Thy praiers and thine almes are come vp for a memorial before God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.475) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.476) And now send men to Ioppa , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.477) and call for one Simon , whose sirname is Peter . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.478) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.479) Hee lodgeth with one Simon a Tanner , whose house is by the Sea side ; (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.480) he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to doe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.481) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.482) And when the Angel which spake vnto Cornelius , was departed , he called two of his houshold seruants , and a deuout souldier of them that waited on him continually . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.483) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.484) And when he had declared all these things vnto them , he sent them to Ioppa . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.485) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.486) On the morrow as they went on their iourney , and drew nigh vnto the citie , Peter went vp vpon the house to pray , about the sixth houre . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.487) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.488) And he became very hungry , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.489) and would haue eaten : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.490) But while they made ready , he fell into a traunce , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.491) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.492) And saw heauen opened , and a certaine vessell descending vnto him , as it had beene a great sheete , knit at the foure corners , and let downe to the earth : 12 Wherein were all maner of foure footed beasts of the earth , and wilde beasts , and creeping things , and foules of the ayre . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.493) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.494) And there came a voyce to him , Rise , Peter : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.495) kill , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.496) and eate . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.497) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.498) But Peter said , Not so , Lord ; (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.499) for I haue neuer eaten any thing that is common or vncleane . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.500) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.501) And the voice spake vnto him againe the second time , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.502) What God hath cleansed , that call not thou common . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.503) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.504) This was done thrise : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.505) & the vessel was receiued vp againe into heauen . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.506) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.507) Now while Peter doubted in himselfe what this vision which he had seene , should meane : behold , the men which were sent from Cornelius , had made inquirie for Simons house , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.508) and stood before the gate , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.509) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.510) And called , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.511) and asked whether Simon , which was sirnamed Peter , were lodged there . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.512) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.513) While Peter thought on the vision , the spirit said vnto him , Behold , three men seeke thee . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,1A.514) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.516) Arise therefore , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.517) and get thee downe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.518) and goe with them , doubting nothing : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.519) for I haue sent them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.520) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.521) Then Peter went downe to the men , which were sent vnto him from Cornelius , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.522) and said , Behold , I am hee , whom ye seeke : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.523) what is the cause wherefore ye are come ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.524) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.525) And they saide , Cornelius the Centurion , a iust man , and one that feareth God , and of good report among all the nation of the Iewes , was warned from God by an holy Angel , to send for thee into his house , and to heare words of thee . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.526) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.527) Then called he them in , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.528) and lodged them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.529) And on the morrowe Peter went away with them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.530) and certaine brethren from Ioppa acco~panied him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.531) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.532) And the morrow after they entred into Cesarea : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.533) and Cornelius waited for them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.534) and had called together his kinsmen and neere friends . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.535) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.536) And as Peter was comming in , Cornelius met him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.537) and fell downe at his feete , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.538) and worshipped him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.539) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.540) But Peter tooke him vp , saying , Stand vp ; (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.541) I my selfe also am a man . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.542) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.543) And as he talked with him , hee went in , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.544) and found many that were come together . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.545) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.546) And he said vnto them , Ye know how that it is an vnlawfull thing for a man that is a Iewe , to keepe company or come vnto one of another nation : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.547) but God hath shewed me , that I should not call any man common or vncleane . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.548) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.549) Therfore came I vnto you without gainesaying , as soone as I was sent for . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.550) I aske therefore , for what intent ye haue sent for me . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.551) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.552) And Cornelius said , Foure daies agoe I was fasting vntill this houre , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.553) and at the ninth houre I prayed in my house , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.554) and behold , a man stood before me in bright clothing , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.555) 31 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.556) And said , Cornelius , thy prayer is heard , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.557) and thine almes are had in remembrance in the sight of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.558) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.559) Send therfore to Ioppa , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.560) and call hither Simon , whose sirname is Peter ; (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.561) he is lodged in the house of one Simon a Tanner , by the Sea side , who when he cometh , shall speake vnto thee . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.562) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.563) Immediately therefore I sent to thee , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.564) and thou hast well done , that thou art come . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.565) Now therefore are we all heere present before God , to heare all things that are comanded thee of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.566) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.567) Then Peter opened his mouth , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.568) and said , Of a trueth I perceiue y=t= God is no respecter of persons : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.569) 35 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.570) But in euery nation , he that feareth him , and worketh righteousnesse , is accepted with him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.571) 36 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.572) The word which God sent vnto the children of Israel , preaching peace by Iesus Christ he is Lord of all . 37 That word I say you knowe which was published throwout all Iudea , and began from Galilee , after the baptisme which Iohn preached : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.573) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.574) How God anointed Iesus of Nazareth with the holy Ghost , and with power , who went about doing good , and healing all that were oppressed of the deuill : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.575) for God was with him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.576) 39 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.577) And we are witnesses of all things which hee did both in the land of the Iewes , and in Hierusalem , whom they slew and hanged on a tree , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,20A.578) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.580) Him God raised vp the third day , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.581) and shewed him openly , 41 Not to all the people , but vnto witnesses , chosen before of God , euen to vs who did eate and drinke with him after he rose from the dead . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.582) 42 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.583) And he commanded vs to preach vnto the people , and to testifie that it is he which was ordeined of God to be the Iudge of quicke and dead . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.584) 43 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.585) To him giue all the Prophets witnesse , that through his Name whosoeuer beleeueth in him , shall receiue remission of sinnes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.586) 44 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.587) While Peter yet spake these words , the holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.588) 45 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.589) And they of the circumcision which beleeued , were astonished , as many as came with Peter , because that on the Gentiles also was powred out the gift of the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.590) 46 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.591) For they heard them speake with tongues , and magnifie God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.592) Then answered Peter , 47 Can any man forbid water , that these should not bee baptized , which haue receiued the holy Ghost , as well as wee ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.593) 48 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.594) And hee commanded them to be baptized in the Name of the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.595) Then prayed they him to tarie certaine dayes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,X,40A.596) CHAP. XI . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.599) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.602) And the Apostles , and brethren that were in Iudea , heard that the Gentiles had also receiued the word of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.603) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.604) And when Peter was come vp to Hierusalem , they that were of the circumcision contended with him , 3 Saying , Thou wentest in to men vncircumcised , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.605) & didst eate with them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.606) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.607) But Peter rehearsed the matter from the beginning , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.608) and expounded it by order vnto them , saying , 5 I was in the citie of Ioppa praying , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.609) and in a trance I saw a vision , a certaine vessell descend , as it had beene a great sheete , let downe from heauen by foure corners , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.610) and it came euen to me . 6 Vpon the which when I had fastened mine eyes , I considered , and saw foure footed beasts of the earth , and wild beasts , and creeping things , and foules of the aire . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.611) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.612) And I heard a voyce , saying vnto me , Arise Peter , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.613) slay , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.614) and eate . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.615) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.616) But I said , Not so , Lord : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.617) for nothing common or vncleane hath at any time entred into my mouth . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.618) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.619) But the voyce answered me againe from heauen , What God hath cleansed , that call not thou common . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.620) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.621) And this was done three times : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.622) and all were drawen vp againe into heauen . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.623) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.624) And behold , immediately there were three men already come vnto the house where I was , sent from Cesarea vnto me . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.625) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.626) And the spirit bad me goe with them , nothing doubting : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.627) Moreouer , these sixe brethren accompanied me , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.628) and we entred into the mans house : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.629) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.630) And he shewed vs how hee had seene an Angell in his house , which stood and said vnto him , Send men to Ioppa , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.631) and call for Simon , whose sirname is Peter : 14 Who shall tell thee words , wherby thou , and all thy house shal be saued . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.632) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.633) And as I began to speake , the holy Ghost fell on them , as {COM:it_fell} on vs at the beginning . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.634) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.635) Then remembred I the word of the Lord , how that he said , Iohn indeede baptized with water : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.636) but ye shall be baptized with the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.637) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.638) Forasmuch then as God gaue them the like gift as hee did vnto vs , who beleeued on the Lord Iesus Christ : what was I that I could withstand God ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.639) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.640) When they heard these things , they held their peace , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.641) and glorified God , saying , Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance vnto life . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.642) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.643) Now they which were scattered abroad vpon the persecution that arose about Steuen , trauailed as farre as Phenice , and Cyprus , and Antioch , preaching the word to none , but vnto the Iewes onely . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,1A.644) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.646) And some of them were men of Cyprus , and Cyrene , which when they were come to Antioch , spake vnto the Grecians , preaching the Lord Iesus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.647) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.648) And the hand of the Lord was with them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.649) and a great number beleeued , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.650) and turned vnto the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.651) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.652) Then tidings of these things came vnto the eares of the Church , which was in Hierusalem : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.653) and they sent foorth Barnabas , that hee should goe as farre as Antioch . 23 Who when hee came , and had seene the grace of God , was glad , and exhorted them all , that with purpose of heart they would cleaue vnto the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.654) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.655) For he was a good man , and full of the holy Ghost , and of faith : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.656) and much people was added vnto the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.657) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.658) Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus , for to seeke Saul . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.659) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.660) And when he had found him , he brought him vnto Antioch . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.661) And it came to passe , that a whole yeere they assembled themselues with the Church , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.662) and taught much people , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.663) and the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.664) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.665) And in these dayes , came Prophets from Hierusalem vnto Antioch . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.666) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.667) And there stood vp one of them , named Agabus , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.668) and signified by the spirit , that there should be great dearth throughout all the world : which came to passe in the dayes of Claudius Cesar . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.669) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.670) Then the disciples , euery man according to his abilitie , determined to send reliefe vnto the brethren which dwelt in Iudea . Which also they did , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.671) and sent it to the Elders by the hands of Barnabas and Saul . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XI,20A.672) CHAP. XII . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.675) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.678) Now about that time , Herode the King stretched foorth his hands , to vexe certaine of the Church . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.679) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.680) And he killed Iames the brother of Iohn with the sword . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.681) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.682) And because he saw it pleased the Iewes , hee proceeded further , to take Peter also . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.683) Then were the dayes of vnleauened bread . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.684) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.685) And when hee had apprehended him , hee put him in prison , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.686) and deliuered him to foure quaternions of souldiers to keepe him , intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.687) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.688) Peter therefore was kept in prison , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.689) but prayer was made without ceasing of the Church vnto God for him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.690) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.691) And when Herode would haue brought him foorth , the same night Peter was sleeping betweene two Souldiers , bound with two chaines , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.692) and the Keepers before the doore kept the prison . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.693) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.694) And beholde , the Angel of the Lord came vpon him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.695) and a light shined in the prison : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.696) and hee smote Peter on the side , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.697) and raised him vp , saying , Arise vp quickely . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.698) And his chaines fell off from his hands . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.699) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.700) And the Angel said vnto him , Girde thy selfe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.701) and binde on thy sandales : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.702) And so he did . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.703) And he sayth vnto him , Cast thy garment about thee , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.704) and follow me . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.705) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.706) And hee went out , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.707) and followed him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.708) and wist not that it was true which was done by the Angel : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.709) but thought he saw a vision . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.710) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.711) When they were past the first and the second ward , they came vnto the yron gate that leadeth vnto the citie , which opened to them of his owne accord : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.712) and they went out (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.713) and passed on thorow one streete , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.714) and foorthwith the Angel departed from him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.715) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.716) And when Peter was come to himselfe , hee said , Now I know of a suretie , that the Lord hath sent his Angel , and hath deliuered mee out of the hand of Herode , and from all the expectation of the people of the Iewes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.717) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.718) And when he had considered the thing , he came to the house of Mary the mother of Iohn whose sirname was Marke , where many were gathered together praying . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.719) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.720) And as Peter knocked at the doore of the gate , a damosell came to hearken , named Rhoda . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.721) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.722) And when she knew Peters voice , she opened not the gate for gladnes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.723) but ran in , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.724) and told how Peter stood before the gate . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.725) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.726) And they said vnto her , Thou art mad . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.727) But she constantly affirmed that it was euen so . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.728) Then said they , It $is {TEXT:it} his Angel . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.729) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.730) But Peter continued knocking : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.731) and when they had opened the doore , and saw him , they were astonished . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.732) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.733) But he beckening vnto them with the hand , to hold their peace , declared vnto them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.734) And he said , Goe (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.735) shew these things vnto Iames , and to the brethren . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.736) And he departed , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.737) and went into another place . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.738) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.739) Now assoone as it was day , there was no smal stirre among the souldiers , what was become of Peter . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.740) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.741) And when Herode had sought for him , and found him not , hee examined the keepers , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.742) and commanded that they should be put to death . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.743) And hee went downe from Iudea to Cesarea , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.744) & there abode . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,1A.745) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.747) And Herode was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.748) but they came with one accord to him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.749) and hauing made Blastus the kings chamberlaine their friend , desired peace , because their countrey was nourished by the kings countrey . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.750) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.751) And vpon a set day Herod arayed in royall apparell , sate vpon his throne , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.752) and made an Oration vnto them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.753) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.754) And the people gaue a shout , saying , It is the voice of a God , and not of a man . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.755) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.756) And immediatly the Angel of the Lord smote him , because hee gaue not God the glory , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.757) and hee was eaten of wormes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.758) and gaue vp the ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.759) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.760) But the word of God grewe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.761) and multiplied . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.762) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.763) And Barnabas and Saul returned from Hierusalem , when they had fulfilled their ministerie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.764) and tooke with them Iohn , whose syrname was Marke . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XII,20A.765) CHAP. XIII . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.768) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.771) Nowe there were in the Church that was at Antioch , certaine Prophets and teachers : as Barnabas , and Simeon that was called Niger , and Lucius of Cyrene , and Manaen , which had bene brought vp with Herod the Tetrarch , and Saul . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.772) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.773) As they ministred to the Lord , and fasted , the holy Ghost said , Separate me Barnabas and Saul , for the worke whereunto I haue called them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.774) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.775) And when they had fasted and prayed , and laid their handes on them , they sent them away . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.776) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.777) So they being sent forth by the holy Ghost , departed vnto Seleucia , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.778) and from thence they sailed to Cyprus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.779) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.780) And when they were at Salamis , they preached the word of God in the Synagogues of the Iewes : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.781) and they had also Iohn to their Minister . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.782) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.783) And when they had gone thorow the Ile vnto Paphos , they found a certaine sorcerer , a false prophet , a Iewe , whose name was Bariesus : 7 Which was with the deputie of the countrey Sergius Paulus , a prudent man : who called for Barnabas and Saul , and desired to heare the word of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.784) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.785) But Elymas the sorcerer for so is his name by interpretation withstood them , seeking to turne away the deputy from the faith . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.786) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.787) Then Saul who also is called Paul filled with the holy Ghost , set his eyes on him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.788) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.789) And said , O full of all subtilty and all mischiefe , thou child of the deuil , thou enemie of all righteousnesse , wilt thou not cease to peruert the right wayes of the Lord ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.790) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.791) And now behold , the hand of the Lord is vpon thee , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.792) & thou shalt be blind , not seeing the Sunne for a season . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.793) And immediatly there fell on him a mist and a darkenes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.794) and he went about , seeking some to lead him by the hand . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.795) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.796) Then the Deputie when he sawe what was done , beleeued , being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.797) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.798) Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos , they came to Perga in Pamphylia : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.799) and Iohn departing from them , returned to Hierusalem . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.800) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.801) But when they departed from Perga , they came to Antioch in Pisidia , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.802) and went into the synagogue on the Sabbath day , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.803) and sate downe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.804) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.805) And after the reading of the Law and the Prophets , the rulers of the synagogue sent vnto them , saying , Ye men and brethren , if ye haue any word of exhortation for the people , say on . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.806) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.807) Then Paul stood vp , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.808) and beckning with his hand , said , Men of Israel , and ye that feare God , giue audience . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.809) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.810) The God of this people of Israel chose our fathers , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.811) and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.812) and with an high arme brought he them out of it . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.813) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.814) And about the time of fourtie yeeres suffered he their maners in the wildernesse . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.815) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.816) And when he had destroyed seuen nations in the land of Chanaan , he diuided their land to them by lot : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,1A.817) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.819) And after that he gaue vnto them iudges , about the space of foure hundred and fifty yeeres vntill Samuel the Prophet . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.820) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.821) And afterward they desired a King , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.822) and God gaue vnto them Saul the sonne of Cis , a man of the tribe of Beniamin , by the space of fourty yeres . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.823) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.824) And when he had remoued him , hee raised vp vnto them Dauid to be their king , to whom also he gaue testimonie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.825) and said , I haue found Dauid the sonne of Iesse , a man after mine own heart ; which shal fulfill all my wil . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.826) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.827) Of this mans seed hath God , according to his promise , raised vnto Israel a Sauiour , Iesus : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.828) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.829) When Iohn had first preached before his comming , the baptisme of repentance to all the people of Israel . 25 And as Iohn fulfilled his course , he said , Whom thinke ye that I am ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.830) I am not he . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.831) But behold , there commeth one after me , whose shooes of his feete I am not worthy to loose . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.832) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.833) Men and brethren , children of the stocke of Abraham , and whosoeuer among you feareth God , to you is the word of this saluation sent . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.834) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.835) For they that dwell at Hierusalem , & their rulers , because they knew him not , nor yet the voices of the Prophets which are read euery Sabbath day , they haue fulfilled them in condemning him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.836) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.837) And though they found no cause of death in him , yet desired they Pilate that he should be slaine . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.838) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.839) And when they had fulfilled all that was written of him , they tooke him downe from the tree , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.840) and layd him in a Sepulchre . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.841) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.842) But God raised him fro~ the dead : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.843) 31 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.844) And he was seene many dayes of them which came vp with him from Galilee to Hierusalem , who are his witnesses vnto the people . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.845) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.846) And we declare vnto you glad tidings , how that the promise which was made vnto the fathers , 33 God hath fulfilled the same vnto vs their children , in that he hath raised vp Iesus againe , as it is also written in the second Psalme : Thou art my Sonne , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.847) this day haue I begotten thee . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.848) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.849) And as concerning that he raised him vp from the dead , now no more to returne to corruption , he said on this wise , I will giue you the sure mercies of Dauid . 35 Wherfore he saith also in another Psalme , Thou shalt not suffer thine holy one to see corruption . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.850) 36 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.851) For Dauid after he had serued his owne generation by the will of God , fell on sleepe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.852) and was laide vnto his fathers , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.853) and saw corruption : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.854) 37 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.855) But hee whom God raised againe , saw no corruption . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.856) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.857) Be it knowen vnto you therefore , men and brethren , that through this man is preached vnto you the forgiuenesse of sinnes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.858) 39 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.859) And by him all y=t= beleeue , are iustified from all things , from which ye could not be iustified by the Law of Moses . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,20A.860) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.862) Beware therefore , least that come vpon you which is spoken of in the Prophets , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.863) 41 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.864) Behold , yee despisers , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.865) and wonder , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.866) and perish : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.867) for I worke a worke in your dayes , a worke which you shall in no wise beleeue , though a man declare it vnto you . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.868) 42 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.869) And when the Iewes were gone out of the Synagogue , the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next Sabbath . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.870) 43 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.871) Now when the Congregation was broken vp , many of the Iewes , and religious Proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas , who speaking to them , perswaded them to continue in the grace of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.872) 44 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.873) And the next Sabbath day came almost the whole citie together to heare the word of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.874) 45 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.875) But when the Iewes saw the multitudes , they were filled with enuie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.876) and spake against those things which were spoken by Paul , contradicting , and blaspheming . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.877) 46 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.878) Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.879) and said , It was necessary that the word of God should first haue bene spoken to you : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.880) but seeing yee put it from you , and iudge your selues vnworthy of euerlasting life , loe , we turne to the Gentiles . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.881) 47 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.882) For so hath the Lord comanded vs , saying I haue set thee to bee a light of the Gentiles , that thou shouldest be for saluation vnto the ends of the earth . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.883) 48 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.884) And when the Gentiles heard this , they were glad , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.885) and glorified the word of the Lord : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.886) and as many as were ordeined to eternall life , beleeued . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.887) 49 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.888) And the word of the Lord was published throughout all the region . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.889) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.890) But the Iewes stirred vp the deuout and honourable women , and the chiefe men of the citie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.891) and raised persecution against Paul and Barnabas , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.892) and expelled them out of their coasts . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.893) 51 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.894) But they shooke off the dust of their feete against them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.895) and came vnto Iconium . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.896) 52 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.897) And the disciples were filled with ioy , and with the holy Ghost . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIII,40A.898) CHAP. XIIII . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.901) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.904) And it came to passe in Iconium , that they went both together into the synagogue of the Iewes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.905) and so spake , that a great multitude both of the Iewes , and also of the Greekes , beleeued . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.906) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.907) But the vnbeleeuing Iewes stirred vp the Gentiles , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.908) and made their mindes euill affected against the brethren . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.909) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.910) Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord , which gaue testimonie vnto the word of his grace , and granted signes and wonders to be done by their hands . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.911) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.912) But the multitude of the city was diuided : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.913) and part held with the Iewes , and part with the Apostles . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.914) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.915) And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles , and also of the Iewes , with their rulers , to vse them despitefully , and to stone them , 6 They were ware of it , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.916) and fled vnto Lystra and Derbe , cities of Lycaonia , and vnto the region that lyeth round about . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.917) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.918) And there they preached the Gospell . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.919) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.920) And there sate a certaine man at Lystra , impotent in his feete , being a creeple from his mothers wombe , who neuer had walked . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.921) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.922) The same heard Paul speake who stedfastly beholding him , and perceiuing that he had faith to be healed , Said with a lowd voice , Stand vpright on thy feete ; (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.923) And he leaped and walked . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.924) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.925) And when the people saw what Paul had done , they lift vp their voyces , saying in the speech of Lycaonia , The gods are come downe to vs in the likenesse of men . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.926) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.927) And they called Barnabas Iupiter , and Paul Mercurius , because hee was the chiefe speaker . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.928) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.929) Then the priest of Iupiter , which was before their city , brought oxen , and garlands vnto the gates , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.930) and would haue done sacrifice with the people . 14 Which when the Apostles , Barnabas and Paul heard of , they rent their clothes , and ranne in among the people , crying out , 15 And saying , Sirs , Why doe yee these things ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.931) Wee also are men of like passions with you , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.932) and preach vnto you , that ye should turne from these vanities , vnto the liuing God , which made heauen and earth , and the sea , and all things that are therein . 16 Who in times past , suffred all nations to walke in their owne wayes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.933) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.934) Neuerthelesse , he left not himselfe without witnesse , in that he did good , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.935) and gaue vs raine from heauen , and fruitful seasons , filling our hearts with food and gladnesse . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.936) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.937) And with these sayings scarse restrained they the people , that they had not done sacrifice vnto them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.938) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.939) And there came thither certaine Iewes from Antioch and Iconium , who perswaded the people , and hauing stoned Paul , drew him out of the citie , supposing he had beene dead . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,1A.940) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.942) Howbeit , as the disciples stood round about him , he rose vp , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.943) and came into the citie , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.944) and the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.945) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.946) And when they had preached the Gospel to that city , and had taught many , they returned againe to Lystra , and to Iconium , and Antioch , 22 Confirming the soules of the disciples , and exhorting them to continue in the faith , and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdome of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.947) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.948) And when they had ordeined them Elders in euery Church , and had prayed with fasting , they commended them to the Lord , on whom they beleeued . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.949) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.950) And after they had passed throughout Pisidia , they came to Pamphylia . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.951) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.952) And when they had preached the word in Perga , they went downe into Attalia , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.953) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.954) And thence sailed to Antioch , from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God , for the worke which they fulfilled . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.955) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.956) And when they were come , and had gathered the Church together , they rehearsed all that God had done with them , and how he had opened the doore of faith vnto the Gentiles . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.957) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.958) And there they abode long time with the disciples . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XIV,20A.959) CHAP. XV . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.962) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.965) And certaine men which came downe from Iudea , taught the brethren , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.966) and said , Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses , ye $can $not {TEXT:cannot} be saued . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.967) 2 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.968) When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissention and disputation with them , they determined that Paul and Barnabas , and certeine other of them , should goe vp to Hierusalem vnto the Apostles and Elders about this question . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.969) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.970) And being brought on their way by the Church , they passed thorow Phenice and Samaria , declaring the conuersion of the Gentiles : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.971) and they caused great ioy vnto all the brethren . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.972) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.973) And when they were come to Hierusalem , they were receiued of the Church , and of the Apostles , and Elders , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.974) and they declared all things that God had done with them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.975) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.976) But there rose vp certaine of the sect of the Pharisees which beleeued , saying , that it was needfull to circumcise them , and to comand them to keepe the Law of Moses . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.977) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.978) And the Apostles & Elders came together for to consider of this matter . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.979) 7 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.980) And when there had bene much disputing , Peter rose vp , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.981) and said vnto them , Men and brethren , ye know how that a good while agoe , God made choise among vs , that the Gentiles by my mouth should heare the worde of the Gospel , and beleeue . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.982) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.983) And God which knoweth the hearts , bare them witnes , giuing them the holy Ghost , euen as he did vnto vs , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.984) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.985) And put no difference between vs & them , purifying their hearts by faith . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.986) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.987) Now therfore why tempt ye God , to put a yoke vpon the necke of the disciples , which neither our fathers nor we were able to beare ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.988) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.989) But we beleeue that through the grace of the Lord Iesus Christ , we shal be saued euen as they . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.990) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.991) Then all the multitude kept silence , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.992) and gaue audience to Barnabas and Paul , declaring what miracles and wonders God had wrought among the Gentiles by them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.993) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.994) And after they had helde their peace , Iames answered , saying , Men and brethren , hearken vnto me . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.995) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.996) Simeon hath declared how God at the first did visite the Gentiles to take out of them a people for his Name . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.997) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.998) And to this agree the words of the Prophets , as it is written , 16 After this I will returne , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.999) and , wil build againe the Tabernacle of Dauid , which is fallen downe : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.1000) and I will build againe the ruines thereof , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.1001) and I will set it vp 17 That the residue of men might seeke after the Lord , and all the Gentiles , vpon whom my Name is called , sayth the Lord , who doeth all these things . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.1002) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,1A.1003) Knowen vnto God are all his workes fro~ the beginning of the world . 19 Wherefore my sentence is , that we trouble not them , which from among the Gentiles are turned to God : But that wee write vnto them , that they abstaine from pollutions of Idoles , and from fornication , and from things strangled , and from blood . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1004) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1005) For Moses of olde time hath in euery citie them that preach him , being read in the Synagogues euery Sabbath day . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1006) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1007) Then pleased it the Apostles and Elders with the whole Church , to send chosen men of their owne company to Antioch , with Paul and Barnabas : namely , Iudas surnamed Barsabas , & Silas , chiefe men among the brethren , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1008) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1009) And wrote letters by them after this maner , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1010) The Apostles and Elders , and brethren , send greeting vnto the brethren , which are of the Gentiles in Antioch , and Syria , and Cilicia . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1011) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1012) Forasmuch as we haue heard , that certaine which went out from vs , haue troubled you with words , subuerting your soules , saying , Ye must be circumcised , and keepe the Law , to whom we gaue no such commandement : 25 It seemed good vnto vs , being assembled with one accord , to send chosen men vnto you , with our beloued Barnabas and Paul , 26 Men that haue hazarded their liues for the Name of our Lord Iesus Christ . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1013) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1014) Wee haue sent therefore Iudas and Silas , who shall also tell you the same things by mouth . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1015) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1016) For it seemed good to the holy Ghost , and to vs , to lay vpon you no greater burden then these necessarie things ; 29 That ye abstaine from meates offered to idoles , and from blood , & from things strangled , and from fornication : from which if ye keepe your selues , yee shall doe well . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1017) Fare ye well . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1018) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1019) So when they were dismissed , they came to Antioch : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1020) and when they had gathered the multitude together , they deliuered the Epistle . 31 Which when they had read , they reioyced for the consolation . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1021) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1022) And Iudas and Silas , being Prophets also themselues , exhorted the brethren with many words , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1023) and confirmed them : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1024) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1025) And after they had taried there a space , they were let goe in peace from the brethren {TEXT:breehren} vnto the Apostles . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1026) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1027) Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1028) 35 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1029) Paul also and Barnabas continued in Antioch , teaching and preaching the word of the Lord , with many others also . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1030) 36 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1031) And some dayes after , Paul said vnto Barnabas , Let vs go againe and visit our brethren , in euery city where we haue preached the word of the Lord , and see how they doe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1032) 37 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1033) And Barnabas determined to take with them Iohn , whose surname was Marke . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1034) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1035) But Paul thought not good to take him with them ; who departed from them from Pamphylia , and went not with them to the worke . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1036) 39 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1037) And the contention was so sharpe betweene them , that they departed asunder one from the other : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1038) & so Barnabas tooke Marke , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1039) & sailed vnto Cyprus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,20A.1040) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,40A.1042) And Paul chose Silas , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,40A.1043) and departed , being recommended by the brethren vnto the grace of God . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,40A.1044) 41 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,40A.1045) And he went thorow Syria and Cilicia , confirming the Churches . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XV,40A.1046) CHAP. XVI . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1049) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1052) Then came he to Derbe , and Lystra : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1053) and behold , a certaine disciple was there , named Timotheus , the son of a certaine woman which was a Iewesse , and beleeued : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1054) but his father was a Greeke : 2 Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1055) 3 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1056) Him would Paul haue to go forth with him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1057) and tooke , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1058) and circumcised him , because of the Iewes which were in those quarters : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1059) for they knew all , that his father was a Greeke . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1060) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1061) And as they went through the cities , they deliuered them the decrees for to keepe , that were ordeined of the Apostles and Elders , which were at Hierusalem . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1062) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1063) And so were the Churches established in the faith , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1064) and increased in number dayly . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1065) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1066) Now when they had gone thorowout Phrygia , and the region of Galatia , and were forbidden of the holy Ghost to preach the word in Asia , 7 After they were come to Mysia , they assayed to goe into Bithynia : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1067) but the Spirit suffered them not . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1068) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1069) And they passing by Mysia , came downe to Troas . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1070) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1071) And a vision appeared to Paul in the night : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1072) There stood a man of Macedonia , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1073) and prayed him , saying , Come ouer into Macedonia , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1074) and helpe vs . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1075) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1076) And after he had seene the vision , immediatly we endeuoured to goe into Macedonia , assuredly gathering , that the Lord had called vs for to preach the Gospel vnto them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1077) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1078) Therfore loosing from Troas , we came with a straight course to Samothracia , and the next day to Neapolis : 12 And from thence to Philippi , which is the chiefe citie of that part of Macedonia , and a Colonie : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1079) and we were in that citie abiding certaine dayes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1080) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1081) And on the Sabboth we went out of the citie by a riuer side , where prayer was wont to be made , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1082) & we sate downe , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1083) and spake vnto the women which resorted thither . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1084) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1085) And a certaine woman named Lydia , a seller of purple , of the citie of Thyatira , which worshipped God , heard vs : whose heart the Lord opened , that she attended vnto the things which were spoken of Paul . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1086) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1087) And when she was baptized , and her houshold , she besought vs , saying , If ye haue iudged me to bee faithfull to the Lord , come into my house , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1088) and abide there . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1089) And she constrained vs . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1090) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1091) And it came to passe , as we went to prayer , a certaine Damosell possessed with a spirit of diuination , met vs : which brought her masters much gaine by soothsaying . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1092) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1093) The same followed Paul and vs , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1094) and cried , saying , These men are the seruants of the most hie God , which shew vnto vs the way of saluation . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1095) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1096) And this did she many dayes : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1097) but Paul being grieued , turned (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1098) and said to the spirit , I command thee in the Name of Iesus Christ , to come out of her . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1099) And he came out the same houre . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1100) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1101) And when her Masters saw that the hope of their gaines was gone , they caught Paul and Silas , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1102) and drew them into the market place , unto the rulers , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,1A.1103) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1105) And brought them to the Magistrates , saying , These men being Iewes , do exceedingly trouble our city , 21 And teach customes which are not lawfull for vs to receiue , neither to obserue , being Romanes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1106) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1107) And the multitude rose vp together against them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1108) and the Magistrates rent off their clothes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1109) and commanded to beate them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1110) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1111) And when they had layed many stripes vpon them , they cast them into prison , charging the Iaylour to keepe them safely . 24 Who hauing receiued such a charge , thrust them into the inner prison , & made their feet fast in the stockes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1112) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1113) And at midnight , Paul and Silas prayed , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1114) and sang praises vnto God : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1115) and the prisoners heard them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1116) 26 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1117) And suddenly there was a great earthquake , so that the foundations of the prison were shaken : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1118) and immediately all the doores were opened , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1119) and euery ones bands were loosed . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1120) 27 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1121) And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleepe , and seeing the prison doores open , he drew out his sword , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1122) and would haue killed himselfe , supposing that the prisoners had beene fled . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1123) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1124) But Paul cried with a loud voice , saying , Doe thy selfe no harme , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1125) for we are all heere . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1126) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1127) Then hee called for a light , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1128) and sprang in , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1129) and came trembling , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1130) and fell downe before Paul and Silas , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1131) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1132) And brought them out , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1133) and said , Sirs , what must I doe to be saued ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1134) 31 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1135) And they saide , Beleeue on the Lord Iesus Christ , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1136) and thou shalt be saued , and thy house . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1137) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1138) And they spake vnto him the word of the Lord , and to all that were in his house . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1139) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1140) And hee tooke them the same houre of the night , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1141) and washed their stripes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1142) and was baptized , hee and all his , straightway . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1143) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1144) And when he had brought them into his house , hee set meat before them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1145) and reioyced , beleeuing in God with all his house . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1146) 35 And when it was day , the Magistrates sent the Sergeants , saying , Let those men goe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1147) 36 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1148) And the keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul , The Magistrates haue sent to let you goe : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1149) Now therefore depart , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1150) and goe in peace . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1151) 37 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1152) But Paul said vnto them , They haue beaten vs openly vncondemned , being Romanes , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1153) and haue cast vs into prison , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1154) and now doe they thrust vs out priuily ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1155) Nay verily , but let them come themselues , and fetch vs out . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1156) 38 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1157) And the Sergeants tolde these words vnto the Magistrates : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1158) and they feared when they heard that they were Romanes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1159) 39 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1160) And they came (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1161) and besought them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1162) and brought them out , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1163) and desired them to depart out of the citie . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,20A.1164) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,40A.1166) And they went out of the prison , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,40A.1167) and entred into the house of Lydia , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,40A.1168) and when they had seene the brethren , they comforted them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,40A.1169) and departed . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVI,40A.1170) CHAP. XVII . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1173) {COM:introduction_omitted} 1 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1176) Now when they had passed thorow Amphipolis , and Apollonia , they came to Thessalonica , where was a synagogue of the Iewes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1177) And Paul , as his maner was , went in vnto them , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1178) and three Sabbath dayes reasoned with them out of the Scriptures , 3 Opening and alleadging , that Christ must needs haue suffered and risen againe from the dead : and that this Iesus whom I preach vnto you , is Christ . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1179) 4 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1180) And some of them beleeued , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1181) and consorted with Paul and Silas : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1182) and of the deuout Greekes a great multitude , and of the chiefe women not a few . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1183) 5 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1184) But the Iewes which beleeued not , mooued with enuie , tooke vnto them certaine lewd fellowes of the baser sort , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1185) and gathered a company , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1186) and set all the citie on an vprore , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1187) and assaulted the house of Iason , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1188) and sought to bring them out to the people . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1189) 6 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1190) And when they found them not , they drew Iason , and certaine brethren vnto the rulers of the citie , crying , These that haue turned the world vpside downe , are come hither also , 7 Whom Iason hath receiued : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1191) and these all doe contrary to the decrees of Cesar , saying , that there is another King , one Iesus . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1192) 8 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1193) And they troubled the people , and the rulers of the citie , when they heard these things . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1194) 9 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1195) And when they had taken securitie of Iason , and of the other , they let them goe . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1196) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1197) And the brethren immediatly sent away Paul and Silas by night vnto Berea : who comming thither , went into the Synagogue of the Iewes . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1198) 11 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1199) These were more noble then those in Thessalonica , in that they receiued the word with all readinesse of minde , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1200) and searched the Scriptures dayly , whether those things were so . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1201) 12 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1202) Therefore many of them beleeued : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1203) also of honourable women which were Greekes , and of men not a few . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1204) 13 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1205) But when the Iewes of Thessalonica had knowledge that the word of God was preached of Paul at Berea , they came thither also , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1206) and stirred vp the people . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1207) 14 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1208) And then immediatly the brethren sent away Paul , to goe as it were to the sea : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1209) but Silas and Timotheus abode there still . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1210) 15 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1211) And they that conducted Paul , brought him vnto Athens , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1212) and receiuing a commaundement vnto Silas and Timotheus , for to come to him with all speed , they departed . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1213) 16 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1214) Now while Paul waited for them at Athens , his spirit was stirred in him , when hee saw the city wholy giuen to idolatrie . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1215) 17 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1216) Therefore disputed he in the Synagogue with the Iewes , and with the deuout persons , and in the market dayly with them that met with him . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1217) 18 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1218) Then certaine Philosophers of the Epicureans , and of the Stoikes , encountred him : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1219) and some said , What will this babbler say ? Other some , He seemeth to be a setter foorth of strange gods : because hee preached vnto them Iesus , and the resurrection . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1220) 19 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1221) And they tooke him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1222) and brought him vnto Areopagus , saying , May we know what this new doctrine , whereof thou speakest , is ? (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,1A.1223) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1225) For thou bringest certaine strange things to our eares : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1226) we would know therefore what these things meane . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1227) 21 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1228) For all the Athenians and strangers which were there , spent their time in nothing else , but either to tell or to heare some new thing . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1229) 22 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1230) Then Paul stood in the mids of Mars-hill , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1231) and said , Yee men of Athens , I perceiue that in all things yee are too superstitious . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1232) 23 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1233) For as I passed by , and beheld your deuotions , I found an Altar with this inscription , TO THE VNKNOWEN GOD . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1234) Whom therefore yee ignorantly worship , him declare I vnto you . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1235) 24 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1236) God that made the world , and all things therein , seeing that hee is Lord of heauen and earth , dwelleth not in Temples made with hands : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1237) 25 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1238) Neither is worshipped with mens hands as though he needed any thing , seeing hee giueth to all , life and breath , and all things , 26 And hath made of one blood all nations of men , for to dwell on all the face of the earth , and hath determined the times before appointed , and the bounds of their habitation : 27 That they should seeke the Lord , if haply they might feele after him and finde him , though he be not farre from euery one of vs . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1239) 28 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1240) For in him we liue , and mooue , and haue our being , as certaine also of your owne Poets haue said , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1241) For we are also his offspring . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1242) 29 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1243) Forasmuch then as wee are the offspring of God , wee ought not to thinke that the Godhead is like vnto golde , or siluer , or stone grauen by arte , and mans deuice . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1244) (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1245) And the times of this ignorance God winked at , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1246) but now commandeth all men euery where to repent : 31 Because hee hath appointed a day in the which he will iudge the world in righteousnesse , by that man whom hee hath ordeined , whereof he hath giuen assurance vnto all men , in that he hath raised him from the dead . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1247) 32 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1248) And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead , some mocked : (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1249) and others said , Wee will heare thee againe of this matter . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1250) 33 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1251) So Paul departed from among them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1252) 34 (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1253) Howbeit , certaine men claue vnto him , (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1254) and beleeued : among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite , and a woman named Damaris , and others with them . (AUTHNEW-E2-P2,XVII,20A.1255)