The Book of Acts - The Gospel of Thomas Connection

The Gospel of Thomas & The Book of Acts Side by Side with Key Word Connections What may be the Original Gospel of Christ commonly known as The Gospel of Thomas is aligned with The Book of Acts comparing connections in thought, word, and rhetoric. Further insights are then revealed through the comparison, the contrast, and the relationship between these two aligned scriptures. For a comparison between Thomas and the other New Testament writings see The Gospel of Thomas - New Testament - Cross Reference Study ________________________________________________________________________________________
The Gospel Of Thomas Translated by Thomas O. Lambdin	The Book of Acts King James Version

These are the secret sayings which the living Jesus spoke and which Didymos Judas Thomas wrote down.	[1:1] The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, [1:2] Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto the apostles whom he had chosen: [1:3] To whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God: [1:4] And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me.

The secret sayings	Jesus began both to do and teach
The living Jesus	Jesus... he through the Holy Ghost... shewed himself alive... the kingdom
Spoke	Speaking... commanded... which, saith he
Didymos Judas Thomas	The apostles
Wrote down	The former treatise... commandments

(1) And he said, "Whoever finds the interpretation of these sayings will not experience death."	[1:5] For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. [1:6] When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? [1:7] And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.

Whoever finds	John
The interpretation of these sayings	He said... It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power
Not experience death	Baptized with water... be baptized with the Holy Ghost not... not for you to know

(2) Jesus said, "Let him who seeks continue seeking until he finds. When he finds, he will become troubled. When he becomes troubled, he will be astonished, and he will rule over the All."	[1:8] But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [1:9] And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight. [1:10] And while they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel; [1:11] Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. [1:12] Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day's journey.

Let him who seeks continue seeking	They looked stedfastly
Until he finds	After that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses
When he finds, he will become troubled	When he had spoken these things
When he becomes troubled, he will be astonished	While they beheld... out of their sight... while they looked stedfastly... behold... why stand ye gazing... ye have seen
And he will rule	But ye shall receive power... Then returned they unto Jerusalem
Over	He was taken up... a cloud... upon... a cloud... heaven... up... heaven... heaven... heaven... the mount Samaria (Hebrew = watch-station, watch mountain, Greek = guardian)
The All	In all

(3) Jesus said, "If those who lead you say to you, 'See, the kingdom is in the sky,' then the birds of the sky will precede you. If they say to you, 'It is in the sea,' then the fish will precede you. Rather, the kingdom is inside of you, and it is outside of you. When you come to know yourselves, then you will become known, and you will realize that it is you who are the sons of the living father. But if you will not know yourselves, you dwell in poverty and it is you who are that poverty."	[1:13] And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode both Peter, and James, and John, and Andrew, Philip, and Thomas, Bartholomew, and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon Zelotes, and Judas the brother of James. [1:14] These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren. [1:15] And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said, (the number of names together were about an hundred and twenty,) [1:16] Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus. [1:17] For he was numbered with us, and had obtained part of this ministry. [1:18] Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out. [1:19] And it was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem; insomuch as that field is called in their proper tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, The field of blood. [1:20] For it is written in the book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein: and his bishoprick let another take. [1:21] Wherefore of these men which have companied with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us, [1:22] Beginning from the baptism of John, unto that same day that he was taken up from us, must one be ordained to be a witness with us of his resurrection. [1:23] And they appointed two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias. [1:24] And they prayed, and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen, [1:25] That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place. [1:26] And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles. [2:1] And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. [2:2] And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. [2:3] And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.

Those who lead you	Peter, and James, and John, and Andrew, Philip, and Thomas, Bartholomew, and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon Zelotes, and Judas the brother of James... this ministry... his bishoprick... John... one be ordained... they appointed two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias... this ministry and apostleship... Judas... Matthias... the eleven apostles
See	There appeared unto them
The kingdom... the kingdom	David... the dwellers at Jerusalem... let no man dwell therein... his bishoprick... the Lord Jesus... Beginning
In the sky,' then the birds of the sky	They went up into an upper room... the dwellers at Jerusalem... there came a sound from heaven
Will precede you... will precede you	Judas, which was guide to them
It is in the sea	The field of blood
The kingdom is inside of you	These all continued with one accord in prayer... in the midst of the disciples... this scripture must needs have been fulfilled... he burst asunder in the midst... the Lord Jesus went in and out among us... they were all with one accord in one place
It is outside of you	All his bowels gushed out... the Lord Jesus went in and out among us
Then... When... then	When... Now... Beginning... when
When you come to know yourselves, then you will become known	It was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem
You will realize that it is you who are the sons of the living father	Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men
If you will not know yourselves, you dwell in poverty	All the dwellers at Jerusalem... Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein
It is you who are that poverty	This man (Judas Iscariot) purchased a field with the reward of iniquity

(4) Jesus said, "The man old in days will not hesitate to ask a small child seven days old about the place of life, and he will live. For many who are first will become last, and they will become one and the same."	[2:4] And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. [2:5] And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven. [2:6] Now when this was noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were confounded, because that every man heard them speak in his own language. [2:7] And they were all amazed and marvelled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all these which speak Galilaeans? [2:8] And how hear we every man in our own tongue, wherein we were born? [2:9] Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia, [2:10] Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes, [2:11] Cretes and Arabians, we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God. [2:12] And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this? [2:13] Others mocking said, These men are full of new wine.

The man old in days	Jews, devout men
Hesitate to ask	Began to speak... utterance... heard them speak... saying one to another... speak... we do hear them speak in our tongues... saying one to another
A small child seven days old	Every nation under heaven (Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia, Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome... and proselytes... Cretes and Arabians.)
The place of life	They were all filled with the Holy Ghost... dwelling at Jerusalem
He will live	They were all amazed and marvelled... we were born... they were all amazed
For many who are first will become last	Jews, devout men... every nation under heaven
And they will become one and the same	And they were all amazed and marvelled, saying one to another... and they were all amazed... saying one to another

(5) Jesus said, "Recognize what is in your sight, and that which is hidden from you will become plain to you. For there is nothing hidden which will not become manifest."	[2:14] But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words: [2:15] For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day. [2:16] But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; [2:17] And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: [2:18] And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy: [2:19] And I will shew wonders in heaven above, and signs in the earth beneath; blood, and fire, and vapour of smoke:

Recognize	Be this known unto you
What is in your sight	Seeing it
That which is hidden	I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh... I will pour out in those days of my Spirit
Will become... will... become	It shall come to pass in the last days
An that which is hidden from you will become plain to you	And your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: [2:18] And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy
For there is nothing hidden which will not become manifest	I will shew wonders in heaven above, and signs in the earth beneath; blood, and fire, and vapour of smoke

(6) His disciples questioned him and said to him, "Do you want us to fast? How shall we pray? Shall we give alms? What diet shall we observe?" Jesus said, "Do not tell lies, and do not do what you hate, for all things are plain in the sight of heaven. For nothing hidden will not become manifest, and nothing covered will remain without being uncovered."	[2:20] The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before that great and notable day of the Lord come: [2:21] And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved. [2:22] Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know: [2:23] Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by wicked hands have crucified and slain: [2:24] Whom God hath raised up, having loosed the pains of death: because it was not possible that he should be holden of it. [2:25] For David speaketh concerning him, I foresaw the Lord always before my face, for he is on my right hand, that I should not be moved: [2:26] Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad; moreover also my flesh shall rest in hope: [2:27] Because thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. [2:28] Thou hast made known to me the ways of life; thou shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance. [2:29] Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. [2:30] Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne; [2:31] He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption. [2:32] This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses.

Do you want us to fast	The fruit of his loins
How shall we pray	Call on the name of the Lord
Shall we give alms	Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by wicked hands... because it was not possible that he should be holden of it...
What diet	My tongue... the fruit of his loins
We observe	Wonders and signs... I foresaw the Lord always before my face... neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption
Do not tell lies	Thou hast made known to me the ways of life... let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David... God had sworn with an oath to him... he... spake of the resurrection of Christ
Do not do what you hate	Because thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption
All things are plain	Thou hast made known to me the ways of life
The sight of heaven	Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God... He seeing this
Nothing hidden... nothing covered	The sun shall be turned into darkness... miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you... the pains of death... my soul in hell...he is both dead and buried
Remain	I should not be moved... his (David's) sepulchre is with us unto this day
Become manifest... being uncovered	I foresaw the Lord always before my face... being a prophet, and knowing... we all are witnesses

(7) Jesus said, "Blessed is the lion which becomes man when consumed by man; and cursed is the man whom the lion consumes, and the lion becomes man."	[2:33] Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear. [2:34] For David is not ascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, [2:35] Until I make thy foes thy footstool. [2:36] Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ. [2:37] Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? [2:38] Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.

Blessed is the lion	( Ye men of Israel, 2:22 ) having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost... the house of Israel... ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost
Becomes man when consumed by man	The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, until I make thy foes thy footstool... they were pricked in their heart... Repent, and be baptized every one of you
Cursed is the man whom the lion consumes	Jesus, whom ye have crucified
The lion becomes man	God hath made... both Lord and Christ... Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins

(8) And he said, "The man is like a wise fisherman who cast his net into the sea and drew it up from the sea full of small fish. Among them the wise fisherman found a fine large fish. He threw all the small fish back into the sea and chose the large fish without difficulty. Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear."	[2:39] For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call. [2:40] And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. [2:41] Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. [2:42] And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. [2:43] And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. [2:44] And all that believed were together, and had all things common; [2:45] And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. [2:46] And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, [2:47] Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. [3:1] Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. [3:2] And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple; [3:3] Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms. [3:4] And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us. [3:5] And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.

The man is like a wise fisherman... the wise fisherman	God... the Lord
Cast his net	The Lord our God shall call
Into the sea and drew it up from the sea	Were baptized
Small fish... small fish	You, and to your children, and to all that are afar off... they that gladly received his word... about three thousand souls
Among them	Save yourselves from this untoward generation... from his mother's womb
A fine large fish... the large fish	The apostles... the apostles... Peter and John... Peter and John... Peter
Chose... without difficulty	The Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved
Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear	Whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple... Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple... He gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them

(9) Jesus said, "Now the sower went out, took a handful (of seeds), and scattered them. Some fell on the road; the birds came and gathered them up. Others fell on the rock, did not take root in the soil, and did not produce ears. And others fell on thorns; they choked the seed(s) and worms ate them. And others fell on the good soil and it produced good fruit: it bore sixty per measure and a hundred and twenty per measure."	[3:6] Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk. [3:7] And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ancle bones received strength. [3:8] And he leaping up stood, and walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God. [3:9] And all the people saw him walking and praising God: [3:10] And they knew that it was he which sat for alms at the Beautiful gate of the temple: and they were filled with wonder and amazement at that which had happened unto him. [3:11] And as the lame man which was healed held Peter and John, all the people ran together unto them in the porch that is called Solomon's, greatly wondering. [3:12] And when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people, Ye men of Israel, why marvel ye at this? or why look ye so earnestly on us, as though by our own power or holiness we had made this man to walk? [3:13] The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, hath glorified his Son Jesus; whom ye delivered up, and denied him in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let him go. [3:14] But ye denied the Holy One and the Just, and desired a murderer to be granted unto you; [3:15] And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses. [3:16] And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all. [3:17] And now, brethren, I wot that through ignorance ye did it, as did also your rulers. [3:18] But those things, which God before had shewed by the mouth of all his prophets, that Christ should suffer, he hath so fulfilled. [3:19] Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord; [3:20] And he shall send Jesus Christ, which before was preached unto you:

Now	Then... immediately... when... when... now... when
The sower	Jesus Christ of Nazareth... his Son Jesus... the Holy One and the Just... the Prince of life... Christ... the Lord... Jesus Christ
Now the sower went out	Then Peter said... when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people... when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord
Went out	Rise up and walk... his feet and ancle bones received strength... him walking
Took a handful (of seeds), and scattered them	Took him by the right hand, and lifted him up
Some fell on the road	The Beautiful gate of the temple... the porch that is called Solomon's
The birds came and gathered them up	All the people ran together unto them... this man to walk
Others fell on the rock	The porch that is called Solomon's
Did not take root in the soil	This perfect soundness in the presence of you all
And did not produce ears	They were filled with wonder and amazement at that which had happened unto him
And others fell on thorns; they choked the seed(s) and worms ate them	But ye denied the Holy One and the Just, and desired a murderer to be granted unto you; And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead
Others fell on the good soil and it produced good fruit	The faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all
It bore sixty per measure and a hundred and twenty per measure	The times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord... which before was preached unto you

(10) Jesus said, "I have cast fire upon the world, and see, I am guarding it until it blazes."	[3:21] Whom the heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy prophets since the world began. [3:22] For Moses truly said unto the fathers, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear in all things whatsoever he shall say unto you. [3:23] And it shall come to pass, that every soul, which will not hear that prophet, shall be destroyed from among the people. [3:24] Yea, and all the prophets from Samuel and those that follow after, as many as have spoken, have likewise foretold of these days.

I have cast fire	God hath spoken... the prophets... have spoken, have likewise foretold... A prophet... shall say unto you
Upon the world	Since the world began
See	Hear... hear
I am guarding it	(Jesus Christ) Whom the heaven must receive
Until it blazes	Until the times of restitution of all things... it shall come to pass

(11) Jesus said, "This heaven will pass away, and the one above it will pass away. The dead are not alive, and the living will not die. In the days when you consumed what is dead, you made it what is alive. When you come to dwell in the light, what will you do? On the day when you were one you became two. But when you become two, what will you do?"	[3:25] Ye are the children of the prophets, and of the covenant which God made with our fathers, saying unto Abraham, And in thy seed shall all the kindreds of the earth be blessed. [3:26] Unto you first God, having raised up his Son Jesus, sent him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from his iniquities. [4:1] And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, [4:2] Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead. [4:3] And they laid hands on them, and put them in hold unto the next day: for it was now eventide. [4:4] Howbeit many of them which heard the word believed; and the number of the men was about five thousand. [4:5] And it came to pass on the morrow, that their rulers, and elders, and scribes, [4:6] And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem. [4:7] And when they had set them in the midst, they asked, By what power, or by what name, have ye done this? [4:8] Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel, [4:9] If we this day be examined of the good deed done to the impotent man, by what means he is made whole; [4:10] Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.

This heaven will pass away	The earth be blessed
The one above it	First God, having raised up his Son Jesus
The dead are not alive, and the living will not die	The resurrection from the dead
In the days when you consumed what is dead, you made it what is alive	They... preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead
When you come to dwell in the light, what will you do?	They laid hands on them, and put them in hold unto the next day: for it was now eventide... it came to pass on the morrow... they asked, By what power, or by what name, have ye done this?
On the day when you were one you became two	If we this day be examined... If we this day be examined
When you become two, what will you do?	The good deed done to the impotent man... by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth... even by him doth this man stand here before you whole

(12) The disciples said to Jesus, "We know that you will depart from us. Who is to be our leader?" Jesus said to them, "Wherever you are, you are to go to James the righteous, for whose sake heaven and earth came into being."	[4:11] This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner. [4:12] Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. [4:13] Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus. [4:14] And beholding the man which was healed standing with them, they could say nothing against it. [4:15] But when they had commanded them to go aside out of the council, they conferred among themselves, [4:16] Saying, What shall we do to these men? for that indeed a notable miracle hath been done by them is manifest to all them that dwell in Jerusalem; and we cannot deny it. [4:17] But that it spread no further among the people, let us straitly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this name. [4:18] And they called them, and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus. [4:19] But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whether it be right in the sight of God to hearken unto you more than unto God, judge ye.

We know	They... perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men
We know that you will depart from us	They took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus
Who is to be our leader	This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner
Wherever you are, you are to go to James the righteous	They had commanded them to go aside out of the council, they conferred among themselves... all them that dwell in Jerusalem
For whose sake heaven and earth came into being	There is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved

(13) Jesus said to his disciples, "Compare me to someone and tell me whom I am like." Simon Peter said to him, "You are like a righteous angel." Matthew said to him, "You are like a wise philosopher." Thomas said to him, "Master, my mouth is wholly incapable of saying whom you are like." Jesus said, "I am not your master. Because you have drunk, you have become intoxicated from the bubbling spring which I have measured out." And he took him and withdrew and told him three things. When Thomas returned to his companions, they asked him, "What did Jesus say to you?" Thomas said to them, "If I tell you one of the things which he told me, you will pick up stones and throw them at me; a fire will come out of the stones and burn you up."	[4:20] For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard. [4:21] So when they had further threatened them, they let them go, finding nothing how they might punish them, because of the people: for all men glorified God for that which was done. [4:22] For the man was above forty years old, on whom this miracle of healing was shewed. [4:23] And being let go, they went to their own company, and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto them. [4:24] And when they heard that, they lifted up their voice to God with one accord, and said, Lord, thou art God, which hast made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all that in them is: [4:25] Who by the mouth of thy servant David hast said, Why did the heathen rage, and the people imagine vain things? [4:26] The kings of the earth stood up, and the rulers were gathered together against the Lord, and against his Christ. [4:27] For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together, [4:28] For to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done. [4:29] And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word, [4:30] By stretching forth thine hand to heal; and that signs and wonders may be done by the name of thy holy child Jesus. [4:31] And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness. [4:32] And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. [4:33] And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all. [4:34] Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, [4:35] And laid them down at the apostles' feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need. [4:36] And Joses, who by the apostles was surnamed Barnabas, (which is, being interpreted, The son of consolation,) a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus, [4:37] Having land, sold it, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles' feet. [5:1] But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, [5:2] And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles' feet. [5:3] But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land? [5:4] Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God. [5:5] And Ananias hearing these words fell down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came on all them that heard these things. [5:6] And the young men arose, wound him up, and carried him out, and buried him. [5:7] And it was about the space of three hours after, when his wife, not knowing what was done, came in. [5:8] And Peter answered unto her, Tell me whether ye sold the land for so much? And she said, Yea, for so much. [5:9] Then Peter said unto her, How is it that ye have agreed together to tempt the Spirit of the Lord? behold, the feet of them which have buried thy husband are at the door, and shall carry thee out. [5:10] Then fell she down straightway at his feet, and yielded up the ghost: and the young men came in, and found her dead, and, carrying her forth, buried her by her husband. [5:11] And great fear came upon all the church, and upon as many as heard these things. [5:12] And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch. [5:13] And of the rest durst no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them.

Compare me to someone	The man was above forty years old
And tell me whom I am like	We cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard... reported all that the chief priests and elders had said... and said, Lord, thou art God, which hast made heaven, and earth... Who by the mouth of thy servant David
Whom I am like	Who by the mouth of thy servant David... whom thou hast anointed... who by the apostles
You are like a righteous angel	Thy holy child Jesus...the Holy Ghost
You are like a wise philosopher	With one accord... the rulers were gathered together... both Herod, and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together... the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul... they had all things common... kept back part... and brought a certain part... they were all with one accord... And of the rest durst no man join himself to them
Master	The chief priests and elders... The kings... the Lord... Lord... the Lord Jesus... God... the Spirit of the Lord
My mouth is wholly incapable of saying whom you are like	Grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word... they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness... neither said any of them… And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus
I am not your master	The kings of the earth stood up, and the rulers were gathered together against the Lord, and against his Christ
Because you have drunk, you have become intoxicated from the bubbling spring which I have measured out	They were all filled with the Holy Ghost
And he took him and withdrew and told him three things	And the young men arose, wound him up, and carried him out, and buried him… And it was about the space of three hours after… the feet of them which have buried thy husband are at the door, and shall carry thee out
When Thomas returned to his companions, they asked him, "What did Jesus say to you	And when they heard that, they lifted up their voice to God
If I tell you one of the things which he told me, you will pick up stones and throw them at me	For as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, And laid them down at the apostles' feet… Having land, sold it, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles' feet… and laid it at the apostles' feet… Solomon's porch
A fire will come out of the stones and burn you up	How is it that ye have agreed together to tempt the Spirit of the Lord… and yielded up the ghost

(14) Jesus said to them, "If you fast, you will give rise to sin for yourselves; and if you pray, you will be condemned; and if you give alms, you will do harm to your spirits. When you go into any land and walk about in the districts, if they receive you, eat what they will set before you, and heal the sick among them. For what goes into your mouth will not defile you, but that which issues from your mouth - it is that which will defile you."	[5:14] And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.) [5:15] Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them. [5:16] There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one. [5:17] Then the high priest rose up, and all they that were with him, (which is the sect of the Sadducees,) and were filled with indignation, [5:18] And laid their hands on the apostles, and put them in the common prison. [5:19] But the angel of the Lord by night opened the prison doors, and brought them forth, and said, [5:20] Go, stand and speak in the temple to the people all the words of this life. [5:21] And when they heard that, they entered into the temple early in the morning, and taught. But the high priest came, and they that were with him, and called the council together, and all the senate of the children of Israel and sent to the prison to have them brought. [5:22] But when the officers came, and found them not in the prison, they returned, and told, [5:23] Saying, The prison truly found we shut with all safety, and the keepers standing without before the doors: but when we had opened, we found no man within. [5:24] Now when the high priest and the captain of the temple and the chief priests heard these things, they doubted of them whereunto this would grow. [5:25] Then came one and told them, saying, Behold, the men whom ye put in prison are standing in the temple, and teaching the people. [5:26] Then went the captain with the officers, and brought them without violence: for they feared the people, lest they should have been stoned. [5:27] And when they had brought them, they set them before the council: and the high priest asked them, [5:28] Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us. [5:29] Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. [5:30] The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom ye slew and hanged on a tree.

If you fast… eat what they will set before you… For what goes into your mouth will not defile you	And were filled with indignation… ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine
You will give rise to sin for yourselves	And laid them on beds and couches
And if you pray, you will be condemned	And intend to bring this man's blood upon us… whom ye slew and hanged on a tree
And if you give alms	And laid their hands on the apostles
You will do harm to your spirits	And them which were vexed with unclean spirits… and brought them without violence… lest they should have been stoned
When you go into any land and walk about in the districts	That at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them… Go, stand and speak in the temple to the people all the words of this life… And when they heard that, they entered into the temple early in the morning... the men whom ye put in prison are standing in the temple… the men whom ye put in prison are standing in the temple
If they receive you	And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women… There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem
Eat what they will set before you… For what goes into your mouth will not defile you	Saying, The prison truly found we shut with all safety, and the keepers standing without before the doors: but when we had opened, we found no man within… Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name
And heal the sick among them	Bringing sick folks… and they were healed every one
But that which issues from your mouth	Saying, The prison truly found we shut with all safety, and the keepers standing without before the doors: but when we had opened, we found no man within… and teaching the people… Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name
It is that which will defile you	They doubted of them whereunto this would grow... for they feared the people

(15) Jesus said, "When you see one who was not born of woman, prostrate yourselves on your faces and worship him. That one is your father."	[5:31] Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, for to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. [5:32] And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him. [5:33] When they heard that, they were cut to the heart, and took counsel to slay them. [5:34] Then stood there up one in the council, a Pharisee, named Gamaliel, a doctor of the law, had in reputation among all the people, and commanded to put the apostles forth a little space; [5:35] And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching these men. [5:36] For before these days rose up Theudas, boasting himself to be somebody;

When you see one who was not born of woman… That one is your father	God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour… the Holy Ghost, whom God Then… When they heard that, they were cut to the heart… one in the council
Prostrate yourselves	Give repentance to Israel… stood there up… Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves
On your faces and worship him	Had in reputation among all the people

(16) Jesus said, "Men think, perhaps, that it is peace which I have come to cast upon the world. They do not know that it is dissension which I have come to cast upon the earth: fire, sword, and war. For there will be five in a house: three will be against two, and two against three, the father against the son, and the son against the father. And they will stand solitary."	to whom a number of men, about four hundred, joined themselves: who was slain; and all, as many as obeyed him, were scattered, and brought to nought. [5:37] After this man rose up Judas of Galilee in the days of the taxing, and drew away much people after him: he also perished; and all, even as many as obeyed him, were dispersed. [5:38] And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought: [5:39] But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God. [5:40] And to him they agreed: and when they had called the apostles, and beaten them, they commanded that they should not speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go. [5:41] And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name. [5:42] And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ. [6:1] And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. [6:2] Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. [6:3] Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. [6:4] But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word. [6:5] And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch: [6:6] Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them. [6:7] And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.

Men think, perhaps	Men … Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought… It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables… men of honest report
That it is peace… They do not know that it is dissension	Joined themselves… rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name… there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews
I have come to cast upon the world… I have come to cast upon the earth	As many as obeyed him, were scattered… even as many as obeyed him, were dispersed… they laid their hands on them
Fire, sword, and war	They ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ… he also perished… But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word… And the word of God increased
For there will be five in a house: three will be against two, and two against three	A number… about four hundred… and drew away much people after him… lest haply ye be found even to fight against God… the number of the disciples was multiplied… and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly
The father against the son, and the son against the father	When they had called the apostles, and beaten them, they commanded that they should not speak in the name of Jesus … because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration
And they will stand solitary	joined themselves… if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it… the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them… And the saying pleased the whole multitude… and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith

(17) Jesus said, "I shall give you what no eye has seen and what no ear has heard and what no hand has touched and what has never occurred to the human mind."	[6:8] And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. [6:9] Then there arose certain 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 Stephen. [6:10] And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake. [6:11] Then they suborned men, which said, We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses, and against God. [6:12] And they stirred up the people, and the elders, and the scribes, and came upon him, and caught him, and brought him to the council, [6:13] And set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this holy place, and the law: [6:14] For we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place, and shall change the customs which Moses delivered us.

I shall give you	Stephen, full of faith and power… shall change the customs which Moses delivered us
What no eye has seen	Great wonders and miracles among the people
What no ear has heard	We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses, and against God… This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this holy place, and the law… we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place
What no hand has touched	The people, and the elders, and the scribes, and came upon him, and caught him, and brought him to the council
What has never occurred to the human mind	And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake

(18) The disciples said to Jesus, "Tell us how our end will be." Jesus said, "Have you discovered, then, the beginning, that you look for the end? For where the beginning is, there will the end be. Blessed is he who will take his place in the beginning; he will know the end and will not experience death."	[6:15] And all that sat in the council, looking stedfastly on him, saw his face as it had been the face of an angel. [7:1] Then said the high priest, Are these things so? [7:2] And he said, Men, brethren, and fathers, hearken; The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Charran, [7:3] And said unto him, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and come into the land which I shall shew thee. [7:4] Then came he out of the land of the Chaldaeans, and dwelt in Charran: and from thence, when his father was dead, he removed him into this land, wherein ye now dwell. [7:5] And he gave him none inheritance in it, no, not so much as to set his foot on: yet he promised that he would give it to him for a possession, and to his seed after him, when as yet he had no child. [7:6] And God spake on this wise, That his seed should sojourn in a strange land; and that they should bring them into bondage, and entreat them evil four hundred years. [7:7] And the nation to whom they shall be in bondage will I judge, said God: and after that shall they come forth, and serve me in this place. [7:8] And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat the twelve patriarchs. [7:9] And the patriarchs, moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt: but God was with him, [7:10] And delivered him out of all his afflictions, and gave him favour and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt; and he made him governor over Egypt and all his house.

Tell us how our end will be… that you look for the end… there will the end be… he will know the end	Looking stedfastly on him, saw his face as it had been the face of an angel… I shall shew thee… yet he promised that he would give it to him for a possession… after that shall they come forth… but God was with him… And delivered him out of all his afflictions, and gave him favour and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt
Have you discovered, then, the beginning… For where the beginning is… in the beginning	The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Charran
Blessed is he who will take his place	Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and come into the land… and serve me in this place… over Egypt and all his house
And will not experience death	And he made him governor

(19) Jesus said, "Blessed is he who came into being before he came into being. If you become my disciples and listen to my words, these stones will minister to you. For there are five trees for you in Paradise which remain undisturbed summer and winter and whose leaves do not fall. Whoever becomes acquainted with them will not experience death."	[7:11] Now there came a dearth over all the land of Egypt and Chanaan, and great affliction: and our fathers found no sustenance. [7:12] But when Jacob heard that there was corn in Egypt, he sent out our fathers first. [7:13] And at the second time Joseph was made known to his brethren; and Joseph's kindred was made known unto Pharaoh. [7:14] Then sent Joseph, and called his father Jacob to him, and all his kindred, threescore and fifteen souls. [7:15] So Jacob went down into Egypt, and died, he, and our fathers, [7:16] And were carried over into Sychem, and laid in the sepulchre that Abraham bought for a sum of money of the sons of Emmor the father of Sychem. [7:17] But when the time of the promise drew nigh, which God had sworn to Abraham, the people grew and multiplied in Egypt, [7:18] Till another king arose, which knew not Joseph. [7:19] The same dealt subtilly with our kindred, and evil entreated our fathers, so that they cast out their young children, to the end they might not live. [7:20] In which time Moses was born, and was exceeding fair, and nourished up in his father's house three months: [7:21] And when he was cast out, Pharaoh's daughter took him up, and nourished him for her own son. [7:22] And Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds. [7:23] And when he was full forty years old, it came into his heart to visit his brethren the children of Israel. [7:24] And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was oppressed, and smote the Egyptian:

Blessed is he who came into being before he came into being	When Jacob heard (C.f. “James” in the Greek is the equivalent of “Jacob” in the Hebrew. James or Jacob became Israel when God changed his name. Jesus spoke of, “James… for whose sake heaven and earth came into being,” Thomas 12. Did Heaven and Earth come into being for Israel? )
If you become my disciples and listen to my words… Whoever becomes acquainted with them	Made known to his brethren… But when the time of the promise drew nigh, which God had sworn to Abraham… another king arose, which knew… learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds.. it came into his heart to visit his brethren the children of Israel
These stones will minister to you	Our fathers found no sustenance… there was corn… he, and our fathers… the sepulcher… bought for a sum of money… and nourished him for her own son
For there are five trees	Joseph … Joseph… Jacob … Jacob… Abraham… Joseph… Moses… Moses… the children of Israel (The Fathers: 1. Abraham 2. Jacob 3. Joseph 4. Moses 5. The children of Israel )
For you in Paradise	Now there came a dearth over all the land of Egypt and Chanaan, and great affliction… And were carried over into Sychem… so that they cast out their young children… in his father's house
Remain undisturbed summer and winter	In which time… three months… … And when he was cast out … And when he was full forty years old
Whose leaves do not fall	And nourished up… Pharaoh's daughter took him up
Not experience death	And died… The same dealt subtilly with our kindred, and evil entreated our fathers… to the end they might not live… And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was oppressed, and smote the Egyptian

(20) The disciples said to Jesus, "Tell us what the kingdom of heaven is like." He said to them, "It is like a mustard seed. It is the smallest of all seeds. But when it falls on tilled soil, it produces a great plant and becomes a shelter for birds of the sky."	[7:25] For he supposed his brethren would have understood how that God by his hand would deliver them: but they understood not. [7:26] And the next day he shewed himself unto them as they strove, and would have set them at one again, saying, Sirs, ye are brethren; why do ye wrong one to another? [7:27] But he that did his neighbour wrong thrust him away, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge over us? [7:28] Wilt thou kill me, as thou diddest the Egyptian yesterday? [7:29] Then fled Moses at this saying, and was a stranger in the land of Madian, where he begat two sons. [7:30] And when forty years were expired, there appeared to him in the wilderness of mount Sina an angel of the Lord in a flame of fire in a bush. [7:31] When Moses saw it, he wondered at the sight: and as he drew near to behold it, the voice of the Lord came unto him, [7:32] Saying, I am the God of thy fathers, the God of Abrham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. Then Moses trembled, and durst not behold. [7:33] Then said the Lord to him, Put off thy shoes from thy feet: for the place where thou standest is holy ground.

Tell us what the kingdom of heaven is like	He supposed his brethren would have understood how that God by his hand would deliver them… why do ye wrong one to another… Who made thee a ruler and a judge over us… in the land of Madian… the voice of the Lord came unto him… Saying, I am the God of thy fathers, the God of Abrham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob ( Note: Egypt means double straits - A narrow channel joining two larger bodies of water - Deep calleth unto deep )
It is like a mustard seed. It is the smallest of all seeds	He shewed himself unto them… Moses… Moses… Moses
But when it falls on tilled soil	Wilt thou kill me, as thou diddest the Egyptian yesterday
It produces a great plant	The place where thou standest is holy ground… mount Sina (Sina or Sinai means “Thorny” )
Becomes a shelter for birds of the sky	An angel of the Lord in a flame of fire in a bush

(21) Mary said to Jesus, "Whom are your disciples like?" He said, "They are like children who have settled in a field which is not theirs. When the owners of the field come, they will say, 'Let us have back our field.' They (will) undress in their presence in order to let them have back their field and to give it back to them. Therefore I say, if the owner of a house knows that the thief is coming, he will begin his vigil before he comes and will not let him dig through into his house of his domain to carry away his goods. You, then, be on your guard against the world. Arm yourselves with great strength lest the robbers find a way to come to you, for the difficulty which you expect will (surely) materialize. Let there be among you a man of understanding. When the grain ripened, he came quickly with his sickle in his hand and reaped it. Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear."	[7:34] I have seen, I have seen the affliction of my people which is in Egypt, and I have heard their groaning, and am come down to deliver them. And now come, I will send thee into Egypt. [7:35] This Moses whom they refused, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge? the same did God send to be a ruler and a deliverer by the hand of the angel which appeared to him in the bush. [7:36] He brought them out, after that he had shewed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, and in the Red sea, and in the wilderness forty years. [7:37] This is that Moses, which said unto the children of Israel, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear. [7:38] This is he, that was in the church in the wilderness with the angel which spake to him in the mount Sina, and with our fathers: who received the lively oracles to give unto us: [7:39] To whom our fathers would not obey, but thrust him from them, and in their hearts turned back again into Egypt, [7:40] Saying unto Aaron, Make us gods to go before us: for as for this Moses, which brought us out of the land of Egypt, we wot not what is become of him. [7:41] And they made a calf in those days, and offered sacrifice unto the idol, and rejoiced in the works of their own hands. [7:42] Then God turned, and gave them up to worship the host of heaven; as it is written in the book of the prophets, O ye house of Israel, have ye offered to me slain beasts and sacrifices by the space of forty years in the wilderness? [7:43] Yea, ye took up the tabernacle of Moloch, and the star of your god Remphan, figures which ye made to worship them: and I will carry you away beyond Babylon. [7:44] Our fathers had the tabernacle of witness in the wilderness, as he had appointed, speaking unto Moses, that he should make it according to the fashion that he had seen. [7:45] Which also our fathers that came after brought in with Jesus into the possession of the Gentiles, whom God drave out before the face of our fathers, unto the days of David; [7:46] Who found favour before God, and desired to find a tabernacle for the God of Jacob. [7:47] But Solomon built him an house. [7:48] Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, [7:49] Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool: what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest? [7:50] Hath not my hand made all these things? [7:51] Ye stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye. [7:52] Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them which shewed before of the coming of the Just One; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers: [7:53] Who have received the law by the disposition of angels, and have not kept it. [7:54] When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. [7:55] But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, [7:56] And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. [7:57] Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord, [7:58] And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul. [7:59] And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit. [7:60] And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep. [8:1] And Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Judaea and Samaria, except the apostles. [8:2] And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him. [8:3] As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison. [8:4] Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word. [8:5] Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto them. [8:6] And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did.

Whom are your disciples like… They are like children	My people… the children of Israel… This is he, that was in the church
Settled in a field… the field… our field… their field	In Egypt… into Egypt… in the land of Egypt… in the wilderness… in the wilderness… into Egypt… the land of Egypt… in the wilderness
When the owners… come, they will say	This Moses whom they refused, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge
Let us have back… let us have back… and to give it back to them	Moses, which brought us out… Then God turned, and gave them up to worship the host of heaven
They (will) undress in their presence	The witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet… his burial
If the owner of a house knows… into his house of his domain	O ye house of Israel… Our fathers had the tabernacle of witness… a tabernacle for the God of Jacob. But Solomon built him an house. Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands… what house will ye build me
The thief is coming	Yea, ye took up the tabernacle of Moloch, and the star of your god Remphan… Our fathers that came after
He will begin his vigil before he comes and will not let him dig through	Whom God drave out before the face of our fathers
Carry away his goods	Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool
You, then, be on your guard against the world	Ye stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye
Arm yourselves with great strength	When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart… And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge
The robbers find a way to come to you	Of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers. Who have received the law by the disposition of angels, and have not kept it
For the difficulty which you expect will (surely) materialize	Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them… and they gnashed on him with their teeth… And Saul was consenting unto his death… a great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem… As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison
Let there be among you a man of understanding	But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven… Behold, I see the heavens opened… Stephen… Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria
When the grain ripened	At that time… they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Judaea and Samaria
He came quickly with his sickle in his hand	The coming of the Just One… Jesus standing on the right hand of God… and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God
Reaped it	And cast him out of the city, and stoned him… he fell asleep
Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear	Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word… and preached Christ unto them… And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did

(22) Jesus saw infants being suckled. He said to his disciples, "These infants being suckled are like those who enter the kingdom." They said to him, "Shall we then, as children, enter the kingdom?" Jesus said to them, "When you make the two one, and when you make the inside like the outside and the outside like the inside, and the above like the below, and when you make the male and the female one and the same, so that the male not be male nor the female female; and when you fashion eyes in the place of an eye, and a hand in place of a hand, and a foot in place of a foot, and a likeness in place of a likeness; then will you enter the kingdom."	[8:7] For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed. [8:8] And there was great joy in that city. [8:9] But there was a certain man, called Simon, which beforetime in the same city used sorcery, and bewitched the people of Samaria, giving out that himself was some great one: [8:10] To whom they all gave heed, from the least to the greatest, saying, This man is the great power of God. [8:11] And to him they had regard, because that of long time he had bewitched them with sorceries. [8:12] But when they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women. [8:13] Then Simon himself believed also: and when he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and wondered, beholding the miracles and signs which were done. [8:14] Now when the apostles which were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent unto them Peter and John: [8:15] Who, when they were come down, prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Ghost: [8:16] (For as yet he was fallen upon none of them: only they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.) [8:17] Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost. [8:18] And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, [8:19] Saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost. [8:20] But Peter said unto him, Thy money perish with thee, because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money. [8:21] Thou hast neither part nor lot in this matter: for thy heart is not right in the sight of God. [8:22] Repent therefore of this thy wickedness, and pray God, if perhaps the thought of thine heart may be forgiven thee. [8:23] For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity. [8:24] Then answered Simon, and said, Pray ye to the Lord for me, that none of these things which ye have spoken come upon me. [8:25] And they, when they had testified and preached the word of the Lord, returned to Jerusalem, and preached the gospel in many villages of the Samaritans. [8:26] And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert. [8:27] And he arose and went: and, behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians, who had the charge of all her treasure, and had come to Jerusalem for to worship, [8:28] Was returning, and sitting in his chariot read Esaias the prophet. [8:29] Then the Spirit said unto Philip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot. [8:30] And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Esaias, and said, Understandest thou what thou readest? [8:31] And he said, How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him. [8:32] The place of the scripture which he read was this,

Jesus saw infants being suckled… These infants being suckled are like those who enter the kingdom	For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed… And there was great joy in that city… from the least to the greatest, saying, This man is the great power of God
Shall we then, as children, enter the kingdom	When they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized… Then Simon himself believed also: and when he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and wondered, beholding the miracles and signs which were done
When you make the two one	Now when the apostles which were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God… Thou hast neither part nor lot in this matter: for thy heart is not right in the sight of God… come to Jerusalem for to worship (Jerusalem is the city of peace where two become one)
And when you make the inside like the outside and the outside like the inside	Only they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus… Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost… And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given… Repent therefore of this thy wickedness, and pray God, if perhaps the thought of thine heart may be forgiven thee
And the above like the below	Who, when they were come down, prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Ghost: (For as yet he was fallen upon none of them
And when you make the male and the female one and the same, so that the male not be male nor the female female	Both men and women… a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians… Understandest thou what thou readest
And when you fashion eyes in the place of an eye	He offered them money… Thy money perish with thee, because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money
And a hand in place of a hand	Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost
And a foot in place of a foot	Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert. And he arose and went… How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him.
And a likeness in place of a likeness	Who had the charge of all her treasure (Likenesses and images appear on money)
Then will you enter the kingdom	How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him… And Philip ran thither to him… The place of the scripture

(23) Jesus said, "I shall choose you, one out of a thousand, and two out of ten thousand, and they shall stand as a single one."	He was led as a sheep to the slaughter; and like a lamb dumb before his shearer, so opened he not his mouth: [8:33] In his humiliation his judgment was taken away: and who shall declare his generation? for his life is taken from the earth. [8:34] And the eunuch answered Philip, and said, I pray thee, of whom speaketh the prophet this? of himself, or of some other man? [8:35] Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus. [8:36] And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be baptized?

I shall choose you	He was led as a sheep to the slaughter; and like a lamb dumb before his shearer, so opened he not his mouth
One out of a thousand	In his humiliation his judgment was taken away… for his life is taken from the earth
And two out of ten thousand	Of whom speaketh the prophet this? of himself, or of some other man
And they shall stand as a single one	And preached unto him Jesus… they came unto a certain water… See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be baptized

(24) His disciples said to him, "Show us the place where you are, since it is necessary for us to seek it." He said to them, "Whoever has ears, let him hear. There is light within a man of light, and he lights up the whole world. If he does not shine, he is darkness."	[8:37] And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. [8:38] And he commanded the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him. [8:39] And when they were come up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip, that the eunuch saw him no more: and he went on his way rejoicing. [8:40] But Philip was found at Azotus: and passing through he preached in all the cities, till he came to Caesarea. [9:1] And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, [9:2] And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, he might bring them bound unto Jerusalem. [9:3] And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven: [9:4] And he fell to the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? [9:5] And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. [9:6] And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.

Show us the place where you are	If thou believest with all thine heart… I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God… and they went down both into the water… and he baptized him
Since it is necessary for us to seek it	The Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip, that the eunuch saw him no more
Whoever has ears, let him hear	He preached in all the cities… and heard a voice saying unto him
There is light within a man of light	There shined round about him a light from heaven… I am Jesus whom thou persecutest
And he lights up the whole world	And he fell to the earth… Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me
If he does not shine, he is darkness	Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do

(25) Jesus said, "Love your brother like your soul, guard him like the pupil of your eye."	[9:7] And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man. [9:8] And Saul arose from the earth; and when his eyes were opened, he saw no man: but they led him by the hand, and brought him into Damascus. [9:9] And he was three days without sight, and neither did eat nor drink. [9:10] And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord.

Love your brother like your soul	But they led him by the hand, and brought him into Damascus… And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias
Guard him	And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless… And Saul arose from the earth… and neither did eat nor drink
Like the pupil of your eye	Seeing no man… and when his eyes were opened, he saw no man… and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord

(26) Jesus said, "You see the mote in your brother's eye, but you do not see the beam in your own eye. When you cast the beam out of your own eye, then you will see clearly to cast the mote from your brother's eye."	[9:11] And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and inquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth, [9:12] And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting his hand on him, that he might receive his sight. [9:13] Then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem: [9:14] And here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call on thy name. [9:15] But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel: [9:16] For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake. [9:17] And Ananias went his way, and entered into the house; and putting his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, that appeared unto thee in the way as thou camest, hath sent me, that thou mightest receive thy sight, and be filled with the Holy Ghost. [9:18] And immediately there fell from his eyes as it had been scales: and he received sight forthwith, and arose, and was baptized.

You see the mote in your brother's eye, but you do not see the beam in your own eye	Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem… And here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call on thy name
When you cast the beam out of your own eye	But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel… And Ananias went his way, and entered into the house
Then you will see clearly	For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake… And immediately there fell from his eyes as it had been scales: and he received sight forthwith
Cast the mote from your brother's eye	And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting his hand on him, that he might receive his sight… and putting his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, that appeared unto thee in the way as thou camest, hath sent me, that thou mightest receive thy sight

(27) <Jesus said,> "If you do not fast as regards the world, you will not find the kingdom. If you do not observe the Sabbath as a Sabbath, you will not see the father."	[9:19] And when he had received meat, he was strengthened. Then was Saul certain days with the disciples which were at Damascus. [9:20] And straightway he preached Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of God. [9:21] But all that heard him were amazed, and said; Is not this he that destroyed them which called on this name in Jerusalem, and came hither for that intent, that he might bring them bound unto the chief priests? [9:22] But Saul increased the more in strength, and confounded the Jews which dwelt at Damascus, proving that this is very Christ. [9:23] And after that many days were fulfilled, the Jews took counsel to kill him: [9:24] But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him.

If you do not fast	And when he had received meat, he was strengthened
As regards the world	The synagogues… the chief priests
You will not find the kingdom	And straightway he preached Christ… that he is the Son of God… them which called on this name in Jerusalem… proving that this is very Christ
If you do not observe the Sabbath as a Sabbath	But Saul increased the more in strength
You will not see the father	The Jews took counsel to kill him: But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him

(28) Jesus said, "I took my place in the midst of the world, and I appeared to them in flesh. I found all of them intoxicated; I found none of them thirsty. And my soul became afflicted for the sons of men, because they are blind in their hearts and do not have sight; for empty they came into the world, and empty too they seek to leave the world. But for the moment they are intoxicated. When they shake off their wine, then they will repent."	[9:25] Then the disciples took him by night, and let him down by the wall in a basket. [9:26] And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple. [9:27] But Barnabas took him, and brought him to the apostles, and declared unto them how he had seen the Lord in the way, and that he had spoken to him, and how he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus. [9:28] And he was with them coming in and going out at Jerusalem. [9:29] And he spake boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Grecians: but they went about to slay him. [9:30] Which when the brethren knew, they brought him down to Caesarea, and sent him forth to Tarsus. [9:31] Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied. [9:32] And it came to pass, as Peter passed throughout all quarters, he came down also to the saints which dwelt at Lydda. [9:33] And there he found a certain man named Aeneas, which had kept his bed eight years, and was sick of the palsy. [9:34] And Peter said unto him, Aeneas, Jesus Christ maketh thee whole: arise, and make thy bed. And he arose immediately. [9:35] And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord. [9:36] Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did. [9:37] And it came to pass in those days, that she was sick, and died: whom when they had washed, they laid her in an upper chamber. [9:38] And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them. [9:39] Then Peter arose and went with them. When he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them.

I took my place	The disciples took him by night
In the midst of the world	Jerusalem… he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus… Jerusalem
I appeared to them in flesh	He had seen the Lord in the way
I found all of them intoxicated; I found none of them thirsty	He assayed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple
And my soul became afflicted for the sons of men	And he spake boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Grecians: but they went about to slay him
Because they are blind in their hearts and do not have sight	Which when the brethren knew, they brought him down to Caesarea, and sent him forth to Tarsus. Then had the churches rest
For empty they came into the world, and empty too they seek to leave the world	And it came to pass in those days, that she was sick, and died: whom when they had washed, they laid her in an upper chamber… When he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them
But for the moment they are intoxicated	And there he found a certain man named Aeneas, which had kept his bed eight years, and was sick of the palsy
When they shake off their wine, then they will repent	And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord

(29) Jesus said, "If the flesh came into being because of spirit, it is a wonder. But if spirit came into being because of the body, it is a wonder of wonders. Indeed, I am amazed at how this great wealth has made its home in this poverty."	[9:40] But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up. [9:41] And he gave her his hand, and lifted her up, and when he had called the saints and widows, presented her alive. [9:42] And it was known throughout all Joppa; and many believed in the Lord. [9:43] And it came to pass, that he tarried many days in Joppa with one Simon a tanner. [10:1] There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band, [10:2] A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway. [10:3] He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius. [10:4] And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God. [10:5] And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter: [10:6] He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do.

If the flesh came into being because of spirit	Tabitha, arise… she sat up (Caesarea = Severed)
It is a wonder… it is a wonder of wonders	And she opened her eyes: and when she saw… And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord
But if spirit came into being	An angel of God coming in to him
Because of the body	And turning him to the body
I am amazed at how this great wealth	Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God
Made its home in this poverty	He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side

(30) Jesus said, "Where there are three gods, they are gods. Where there are two or one, I am with him."	[10:7] And when the angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed, he called two of his household servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually; [10:8] And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa. [10:9] On the morrow, as they went on their journey, and drew nigh unto the city, Peter went up upon the housetop to pray about the sixth hour:

Where there are three gods, they are gods	The angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed… Peter went up upon the housetop to pray
Where there are two or one	He called two of his household servants
I am with him	As they went on their journey, and drew nigh unto the city

(31) Jesus said, "No prophet is accepted in his own village; no physician heals those who know him."	[10:10] And he became very hungry, and would have eaten: but while they made ready, he fell into a trance, [10:11] And saw heaven opened, and a certain vessel descending unto him, as it had been a great sheet knit at the four corners, and let down to the earth: [10:12] Wherein were all manner of fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creeping things, and fowls of the air. [10:13] And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat. [10:14] But Peter said, Not so, Lord; for I have never eaten any thing that is common or unclean.

No prophet is accepted	He fell into a trance, And saw heaven opened… And there came a voice to him
His own village	As it had been a great sheet knit at the four corners, and let down to the earth
No physician heals	Rise, Peter; kill, and eat
Those who know him	Peter said, Not so, Lord; for I have never eaten any thing that is common or unclean

(32) Jesus said, "A city being built on a high mountain and fortified cannot fall, nor can it be hidden."	[10:15] And the voice spake unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common. [10:16] This was done thrice: and the vessel was received up again into heaven. [10:17] Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made inquiry for Simon's house, and stood before the gate,

A city being built on a high mountain	What God hath cleansed… the vessel was received up again into heaven
Fortified cannot fall	Simon's house, and stood before the gate
Nor can it be hidden	Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made inquiry

(33) Jesus said, "Preach from your housetops that which you will hear in your ear. For no one lights a lamp and puts it under a bushel, nor does he put it in a hidden place, but rather he sets it on a lampstand so that everyone who enters and leaves will see its light."	[10:18] And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there. [10:19] While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee. [10:20] Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them. [10:21] Then Peter went down to the men which were sent unto him from Cornelius; and said, Behold, I am he whom ye seek: what is the cause wherefore ye are come? [10:22] And they said, Cornelius the centurion, a just man, and one that feareth God, and of good report among all the nation of the Jews, was warned from God by an holy angel to send for thee into his house, and to hear words of thee. [10:23] Then called he them in, and lodged them. And on the morrow Peter went away with them, and certain brethren from Joppa accompanied him. [10:24] And the morrow after they entered into Caesarea. And Cornelius waited for them, and had called together his kinsmen and near friends. [10:25] And as Peter was coming in, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshipped him. [10:26] But Peter took him up, saying, Stand up; I myself also am a man. [10:27] And as he talked with him, he went in, and found many that were come together. [10:28] And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean. [10:29] Therefore came I unto you without gainsaying, as soon as I was sent for: I ask therefore for what intent ye have sent for me?

Preach from your housetops	And asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there… and get thee down… Then Peter went down to the men which were sent unto him from Cornelius… was warned from God by an holy angel to send for thee into his house
Which you will hear in your ear	And to hear words of thee
For no one lights a lamp and puts it under a bushel	And the morrow after they entered into Caesarea. And Cornelius waited for them, and had called together his kinsmen and near friends
Nor does he put it in a hidden place	And of good report among all the nation of the Jews
But rather he sets it on a lampstand	Arise therefore… and fell down at his feet … Stand up; I myself also am a man
Everyone who enters and leaves	Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation
See its light	God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean

(34) Jesus said, "If a blind man leads a blind man, they will both fall into a pit."	[10:30] And Cornelius said, Four days ago I was fasting until this hour; and at the ninth hour I prayed in my house, and, behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing, [10:31] And said, Cornelius, thy prayer is heard, and thine alms are had in remembrance in the sight of God. [10:32] Send therefore to Joppa, and call hither Simon, whose surname is Peter;

If a blind man leads a blind man	Cornelius, thy prayer is heard, and thine alms are had in remembrance in the sight of God
They will both fall into a pit	I prayed in my house, and, behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing

(35) Jesus said, "It is not possible for anyone to enter the house of a strong man and take it by force unless he binds his hands; then he will (be able to) ransack his house."	[10:32b] he is lodged in the house of one Simon a tanner by the sea side: who, when he cometh, shall speak unto thee. [10:33] Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. [10:34] Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: [10:35] But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. [10:36] The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:) [10:37] That word, I say, ye know, which was published throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached;

It is not possible for anyone to enter	Therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come
The house of a strong man	The house of one Simon a tanner by the sea side
Take it by force	We all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God
Unless he binds his hands	Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him… That word, I say, ye know, which was published throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee
Then he will (be able to) ransack his house	God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all

(36) Jesus said, "Do not be concerned from morning until evening and from evening until morning about what you will wear."	[10:38] How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. [10:39] And we are witnesses of all things which he did both in the land of the Jews, and in Jerusalem; whom they slew and hanged on a tree: [10:40] Him God raised up the third day, and shewed him openly; [10:41] Not to all the people, but unto witnesses chosen before of God, even to us, who did eat and drink with him after he rose from the dead. [10:42] And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead.

Do not be concerned	All that were oppressed of the devil… dead
Morning until evening and from evening until morning	Him God raised up the third day
About what you will wear	God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power… after he rose from the dead… quick

(37) His disciples said, "When will you become revealed to us and when shall we see you?" Jesus said, "When you disrobe without being ashamed and take up your garments and place them under your feet like little children and tread on them, then will you see the son of the living one, and you will not be afraid"	[10:43] To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins. [10:44] While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word. [10:45] And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost. [10:46] For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter, [10:47] Can any man forbid water, that these should not be baptized, which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we? [10:48] And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord. Then prayed they him to tarry certain days. [11:1] And the apostles and brethren that were in Judaea heard that the Gentiles had also received the word of God. [11:2] And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, [11:3] Saying, Thou wentest in to men uncircumcised, and didst eat with them. [11:4] But Peter rehearsed the matter from the beginning, and expounded it by order unto them, saying, [11:5] I was in the city of Joppa praying: and in a trance I saw a vision, A certain vessel descend, as it had been a great sheet, let down from heaven by four corners; and it came even to me: [11:6] Upon the which when I had fastened mine eyes, I considered, and saw fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creeping things, and fowls of the air. [11:7] And I heard a voice saying unto me, Arise, Peter; slay and eat. [11:8] But I said, Not so, Lord: for nothing common or unclean hath at any time entered into my mouth.

When will you become revealed to us and when shall we see you	To him give all the prophets witness… While Peter yet spake these words… And they… which believed were astonished… For they heard them speak with tongues (Manifestation)
When you disrobe without being ashamed	And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord (Baptism: Putting off the body of the sins of the flesh, Colossians 2:11)
Take up your garments	Can any man forbid water, that these should not be baptized, which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we… the Gentiles had also received the word of God
Place them under your feet like little children and tread on them	They that were of the circumcision contended with him, Saying, Thou wentest in to men uncircumcised, and didst eat with them. But Peter rehearsed the matter from the beginning, and expounded it by order unto them
Then will you see the son of the living one	And in a trance I saw a vision… fastened mine eyes, I considered, and saw
You will not be afraid	Fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creeping things, and fowls of the air… Arise, Peter; slay and eat

(38) Jesus said, "Many times have you desired to hear these words which I am saying to you, and you have no one else to hear them from. There will be days when you will look for me and will not find me."	[11:9] But the voice answered me again from heaven, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common. [11:10] And this was done three times: and all were drawn up again into heaven. [11:11] And, behold, immediately there were three men already come unto the house where I was, sent from Caesarea unto me. [11:12] And the spirit bade me go with them, nothing doubting. Moreover these six brethren accompanied me, and we entered into the man's house: [11:13] And he shewed us how he had seen an angel in his house, which stood and said unto him, Send men to Joppa, and call for Simon, whose surname is Peter; [11:14] Who shall tell thee words, whereby thou and all thy house shall be saved. [11:15] And as I began to speak, the Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us at the beginning. [11:16] Then remembered I the word of the Lord, how that he said, John indeed baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost.

Many times have you desired	And this was done three times
Hear these words which I am saying to you	But the voice answered me again from heaven, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common
And you have no one else to hear them from	And the spirit bade me go with them… and call for Simon, whose surname is Peter; Who shall tell thee words, whereby thou and all thy house shall be saved
There will be days when you will look for me and will not find me	And he shewed us how he had seen an angel in his house… And as I began to speak, the Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us at the beginning. Then remembered I the word of the Lord

(39) Jesus said, "The pharisees and the scribes have taken the keys of knowledge (gnosis) and hidden them. They themselves have not entered, nor have they allowed to enter those who wish to. You, however, be as wise as serpents and as innocent as doves."	[11:17] Forasmuch then as God gave them the like gift as he did unto us, who believed on the Lord Jesus Christ; what was I, that I could withstand God? [11:18] When they heard these things, they held their peace, and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life. [11:19] Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but unto the Jews only. [11:20] And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spake unto the Grecians, preaching the Lord Jesus. [11:21] And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. [11:22] Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch. [11:23] Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. [11:24] For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord. [11:25] Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: [11:26] And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.

The pharisees and the scribes	What was I, that I could withstand God
Taken the keys of knowledge (gnosis) and hidden them	They which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose… And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord
They themselves have not entered, nor have they allowed to enter those who wish to	Who… exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord
You, however, be as wise as serpents and as innocent as doves	Tarsus, for to seek Saul… they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people… they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch ( Tarsus = A flat basket. Paul escapes let down in a basket )

(40) Jesus said, "A grapevine has been planted outside of the father, but being unsound, it will be pulled up by its roots and destroyed."	[11:27] And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch. [11:28] And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the spirit that there should be great dearth throughout all the world: which came to pass in the days of Claudius Caesar. [11:29] Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea: [11:30] Which also they did, and sent it to the elders by the hands of Barnabas and Saul. [12:1] Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church. [12:2] And he killed James the brother of John with the sword.

A grapevine has been planted outside of the father	Jerusalem… there should be great dearth throughout all the world
But being unsound	Claudius Caesar
It will be pulled up by its roots and destroyed	Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church. And he killed James the brother of John with the sword

(41) Jesus said, "Whoever has something in his hand will receive more, and whoever has nothing will be deprived of even the little he has."	[12:3] And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take Peter also. (Then were the days of unleavened bread.) [12:4] And when he had apprehended him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four quaternions of soldiers to keep him; intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people. [12:5] Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. [12:6] And when Herod would have brought him forth, the same night Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains: and the keepers before the door kept the prison. [12:7] And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands.

Whoever has something in his hand will receive more	(Herod killed James) And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take Peter also… when he had apprehended him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four quaternions of soldiers to keep him
And whoever has nothing will be deprived of even the little he has	Herod would have brought him forth… Peter was sleeping between two soldiers… And his chains fell off from his hands

(42) Jesus said, "Become passers-by."	[12:8] And the angel said unto him, Gird thyself, and bind on thy sandals. And so he did. And he saith unto him, Cast thy garment about thee, and follow me. [12:9] And he went out, and followed him; and wist not that it was true which was done by the angel; but thought he saw a vision.

Become passers-by	Bind on thy sandals… and follow me… And he went out, and followed him

(43) His disciples said to him, "Who are you, that you should say these things to us?" <Jesus said to them,> "You do not realize who I am from what I say to you, but you have become like the Jews, for they (either) love the tree and hate its fruit (or) love the fruit and hate the tree."	[12:10] When they were past the first and the second ward, they came unto the iron gate that leadeth unto the city; which opened to them of his own accord: and they went out, and passed on through one street; and forthwith the angel departed from him. [12:11] And when Peter was come to himself, he said, Now I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his angel, and hath delivered me out of the hand of Herod, and from all the expectation of the people of the Jews. [12:12] And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John, whose surname was Mark; where many were gathered together praying. [12:13] And as Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a damsel came to hearken, named Rhoda. [12:14] And when she knew Peter's voice, she opened not the gate for gladness, but ran in, and told how Peter stood before the gate. [12:15] And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed that it was even so. Then said they, It is his angel. [12:16] But Peter continued knocking: and when they had opened the door, and saw him, they were astonished. [12:17] But he, beckoning unto them with the hand to hold their peace, declared unto them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. And he said, Go shew these things unto James, and to the brethren. And he departed, and went into another place. [12:18] Now as soon as it was day, there was no small stir among the soldiers, what was become of Peter.

Who are you, that you should say these things to us	And when Peter was come to himself, he said, Now I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his angel, and hath delivered me out of the hand of Herod… And when she knew Peter's voice, she opened not the gate for gladness
You do not realize who I am from what I say to you	And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John… Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed that it was even so. Then said they, It is his angel. But Peter continued knocking: and when they had opened the door, and saw him, they were astonished
But you have become like the Jews, for they (either) love the tree and hate its fruit (or) love the fruit and hate the tree	Peace… Go shew these things unto James, and to the brethren (The Greek name James is from the Hebrew name Jacob who became Israel)

(44) Jesus said, "Whoever blasphemes against the father will be forgiven, and whoever blasphemes against the son will be forgiven, but whoever blasphemes against the holy spirit will not be forgiven either on earth or in heaven."	[12:19] And when Herod had sought for him, and found him not, he examined the keepers, and commanded that they should be put to death. And he went down from Judaea to Caesarea, and there abode. [12:20] And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon: but they came with one accord to him, and, having made Blastus the king's chamberlain their friend, desired peace; because their country was nourished by the king's country. [12:21] And upon a set day Herod, arrayed in royal apparel, sat upon his throne, and made an oration unto them. [12:22] And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. [12:23] And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost. [12:24] But the word of God grew and multiplied. [12:25] And Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem, when they had fulfilled their ministry, and took with them John, whose surname was Mark.

Whoever blasphemes… and whoever blasphemes… but whoever blasphemes	Made an oration unto them… And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man
Against the father… against the son	Herod… Herod… sat upon his throne
Will be forgiven… will be forgiven	But they came with one accord to him… desired peace
Against the holy spirit	And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory… and gave up the ghost
Will not be forgiven	And commanded that they should be put to death… and he was eaten of worms
Either on earth or in heaven	Their country was nourished by the king's country… returned from Jerusalem

(45) Jesus said, "Grapes are not harvested from thorns, nor are figs gathered from thistles, for they do not produce fruit. A good man brings forth good from his storehouse; an evil man brings forth evil things from his evil storehouse, which is in his heart, and says evil things. For out of the abundance of the heart he brings forth evil things."	[13:1] Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. [13:2] As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. [13:3] And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. [13:4] So they, being sent forth by the Holy Ghost, departed unto Seleucia; and from thence they sailed to Cyprus. [13:5] And when they were at Salamis, they preached the word of God in the synagogues of the Jews: and they had also John to their minister. [13:6] And when they had gone through the isle unto Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Bar-jesus: [13:7] Which was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man; who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God. [13:8] But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith. [13:9] Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him, [13:10] And said, O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord? [13:11] And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not seeing the sun for a season. And immediately there fell on him a mist and a darkness; and he went about seeking some to lead him by the hand.

Grapes are not harvested from thorns, nor are figs gathered from thistles	Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them
For they do not produce fruit	Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen
A good man brings forth good from his storehouse	They preached the word of God
An evil man brings forth evil things from his evil storehouse	The synagogues of the Jews… they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Bar-jesus… But Elymas the sorcerer
Which is in his heart, and says evil things	Withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith
For out of the abundance of the heart he brings forth evil things	O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord

(46) Jesus said, "Among those born of women, from Adam until John the Baptist, there is no one so superior to John the Baptist that his eyes should not be lowered (before him). Yet I have said, whichever one of you comes to be a child will be acquainted with the kingdom and will become superior to John."	[13:12] Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord. [13:13] Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John departing from them returned to Jerusalem. [13:14] But when they departed from Perga, they came to Antioch in Pisidia, and went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and sat down. [13:15] And after the reading of the law and the prophets the rulers of the synagogue sent unto them, saying, Ye men and brethren, if ye have any word of exhortation for the people, say on. [13:16] Then Paul stood up, and beckoning with his hand said, Men of Israel, and ye that fear God, give audience. [13:17] The God of this people of Israel chose our fathers, and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt, and with an high arm brought he them out of it. [13:18] And about the time of forty years suffered he their manners in the wilderness. [13:19] And when he had destroyed seven nations in the land of Chanaan, he divided their land to them by lot. [13:20] And after that he gave unto them judges about the space of four hundred and fifty years, until Samuel the prophet. [13:21] And afterward they desired a king: and God gave unto them Saul the son of Cis, a man of the tribe of Benjamin, by the space of forty years. [13:22] And when he had removed him, he raised up unto them David to be their king; to whom also he gave testimony, and said, I have found David the son of Jesse, a man after mine own heart, which shall fulfil all my will.

Among those born of women, from Adam until John the Baptist	The prophets the rulers… Men of Israel… this people of Israel… Samuel the prophet… Saul… And afterward they desired a king
There is no one so superior to John the Baptist that his eyes should not be lowered (before him)	Went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and sat down… Then Paul stood up… and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt, and with an high arm brought he them out of it
Whichever one of you comes to be a child will be acquainted	Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord… if ye have any word of exhortation… chose our fathers… the son of Cis… the son of Jesse
With the kingdom and will become superior to John	And afterward they desired a king… he raised up unto them David to be their king

(47) Jesus said, "It is impossible for a man to mount two horses or to stretch two bows. And it is impossible for a servant to serve two masters; otherwise, he will honor the one and treat the other contemptuously. No man drinks old wine and immediately desires to drink new wine. And new wine is not put into old wineskins, lest they burst; nor is old wine put into a new wineskin, lest it spoil it. An old patch is not sewn onto a new garment, because a tear would result."	[13:23] Of this man's seed hath God according to his promise raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus: [13:24] When John had first preached before his coming the baptism of repentance to all the people of Israel. [13:25] And as John fulfilled his course, he said, Whom think ye that I am? I am not he. But, behold, there cometh one after me, whose shoes of his feet I am not worthy to loose. [13:26] Men and brethren, children of the stock of Abraham, and whosoever among you feareth God, to you is the word of this salvation sent. [13:27] For they that dwell at Jerusalem, and their rulers, because they knew him not, nor yet the voices of the prophets which are read every sabbath day, they have fulfilled them in condemning him. [13:28] And though they found no cause of death in him, yet desired they Pilate that he should be slain. [13:29] And when they had fulfilled all that was written of him, they took him down from the tree, and laid him in a sepulchre. [13:30] But God raised him from the dead: [13:31] And he was seen many days of them which came up with him from Galilee to Jerusalem, who are his witnesses unto the people. [13:32] And we declare unto you glad tidings, how that the promise which was made unto the fathers, [13:33] God hath fulfilled the same unto us their children, in that he hath raised up Jesus again; as it is also written in the second psalm, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee. [13:34] And as concerning that he raised him up from the dead, now no more to return to corruption, he said on this wise, I will give you the sure mercies of David. [13:35] Wherefore he saith also in another psalm, Thou shalt not suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. [13:36] For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto his fathers, and saw corruption: [13:37] But he, whom God raised again, saw no corruption. [13:38] Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: [13:39] And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses.

It is impossible for a man to mount two horses or to stretch two bows	Of this man's seed hath God according to his promise raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus
It is impossible for a man to mount two horses or to stretch two bows	And as John fulfilled his course, he said, Whom think ye that I am? I am not he
Otherwise, he will honor the one and treat the other contemptuously	But, behold, there cometh one after me, whose shoes of his feet I am not worthy to loose… And he was seen many days of them which came up with him from Galilee to Jerusalem, who are his witnesses unto the people. And we declare unto you glad tidings, how that the promise which was made unto the fathers
No man drinks old wine and immediately desires to drink new wine	Men and brethren, children of the stock of Abraham, and whosoever among you feareth God, to you is the word of this salvation sent… nor yet the voices of the prophets which are read every sabbath day
And new wine is not put into old wineskins, lest they burst	They have fulfilled them in condemning him. And though they found no cause of death in him, yet desired they Pilate that he should be slain. And when they had fulfilled all that was written of him, they took him down from the tree, and laid him in a sepulcher… God hath fulfilled the same unto us their children, in that he hath raised up Jesus again
Nor is old wine put into a new wineskin, lest it spoil it	And as concerning that he raised him up from the dead, now no more to return to corruption, he said on this wise, I will give you the sure mercies of David. Wherefore he saith also in another psalm, Thou shalt not suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto his fathers, and saw corruption
An old patch is not sewn onto a new garment, because a tear would result	Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses

(48) Jesus said, "If two make peace with each other in this one house, they will say to the mountain, 'Move Away,' and it will move away."	[13:40] Beware therefore, lest that come upon you, which is spoken of in the prophets; [13:41] Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. [13:42] And when the Jews were gone out of the synagogue, the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next sabbath. [13:43] Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of God. [13:44] And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God. [13:45] But when the Jews saw the multitudes, they were filled with envy, and spake against those things which were spoken by Paul, contradicting and blaspheming. [13:46] Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you:

If two make peace with each other in this one house	And when the Jews were gone out of the synagogue, the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next sabbath. Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas… But when the Jews saw the multitudes, they were filled with envy, and spake against… contradicting and blaspheming
They will say to the mountain	That come upon you, which is spoken of in the prophets… though a man declare it unto you… who, speaking to them… those things which were spoken by Paul… Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you
'Move Away,' and it will move away	Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe… persuaded them to continue in the grace of God. And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God

(49) Jesus said, "Blessed are the solitary and elect, for you will find the kingdom. For you are from it, and to it you will return."	but seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles. [13:47] For so hath the Lord commanded us, saying, I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvation unto the ends of the earth. [13:48] And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord: and as many as were ordained to eternal life believed. [13:49] And the word of the Lord was published throughout all the region. [13:50] But the Jews stirred up the devout and honourable women, and the chief men of the city, and raised persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them out of their coasts.

Blessed are the solitary and elect	Lo, we turn to the Gentiles… I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvation unto the ends of the earth. And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad
For you will find the kingdom… and to it you will return	And as many as were ordained to eternal life believed… Barnabas ( Barnabus = “Son of Rest” C.f. And you will find rest,” The Greek Manuscript of Thomas 2 )
For you are from it	But seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life… the Jews… raised persecution… and expelled them out of their coasts

(50) Jesus said, "If they say to you, 'Where did you come from?', say to them, 'We came from the light, the place where the light came into being on its own accord and established itself and became manifest through their image.' If they say to you, 'Is it you?', say, 'We are its children, we are the elect of the living father.' If they ask you, 'What is the sign of your father in you?', say to them, 'It is movement and repose.'"	[13:51] But they shook off the dust of their feet against them, and came unto Iconium. [13:52] And the disciples were filled with joy, and with the Holy Ghost. [14:1] And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake, that a great multitude both of the Jews and also of the Greeks believed. [14:2] But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles, and made their minds evil affected against the brethren. [14:3] Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands. [14:4] But the multitude of the city was divided: and part held with the Jews, and part with the apostles. [14:5] And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to use them despitefully, and to stone them, [14:6] They were ware of it, and fled unto Lystra and Derbe, cities of Lycaonia, and unto the region that lieth round about: [14:7] And there they preached the gospel. [14:8] And there sat a certain man at Lystra, impotent in his feet, being a cripple from his mother's womb, who never had walked: [14:9] The same heard Paul speak: who stedfastly beholding him, and perceiving that he had faith to be healed, [14:10] Said with a loud voice, Stand upright on thy feet. And he leaped and walked. [14:11] And when the people saw what Paul had done, they lifted up their voices, saying in the speech of Lycaonia, The gods are come down to us in the likeness of men. [14:12] And they called Barnabas, Jupiter; and Paul, Mercurius, because he was the chief speaker. [14:13] Then the priest of Jupiter, which was before their city, brought oxen and garlands unto the gates, and would have done sacrifice with the people. [14:14] Which when the apostles, Barnabas and Paul, heard of, they rent their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out, [14:15] And saying, Sirs, why do ye these things?

Where did you come from	But they shook off the dust of their feet against them, and came unto Iconium… Paul, Mercurius (Is this saying pointing to the afterlife? In Greek Mytholgy “ Mercury serves as the guide of the souls of the underworld as a bridge between the upper and lower worlds,” Wikipedia. )
We came from the light, the place where the light came into being on its own accord	Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands. But the multitude of the city was divided: and part held with the Jews, and part with the apostles
Established itself and became manifest through their image	And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake, that a great multitude both of the Jews and also of the Greeks believed… Derbe ( In Greek Iconium: = “Little Image” and Derbe = “Covered with Skin” )
Is it you	And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to use them despitefully, and to stone them
We are its children, we are the elect of the living father	And there they preached the gospel… The gods are come down to us in the likeness of men. And they called Barnabas, Jupiter (Jupiter = “Sky Father”)
What is the sign of your father in you	And when the people saw what Paul had done, they lifted up their voices
It is movement and repose	Stand upright on thy feet. And he leaped and walked… when the apostles, Barnabas and Paul, heard of, they rent their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out, [14:15] And saying, Sirs, why do ye these things

(51) His disciples said to him, "When will the repose of the dead come about, and when will the new world come?" He said to them, "What you look forward to has already come, but you do not recognize it."	We also are men of like passions with you, and preach unto you that ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God, which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein: [14:16] Who in times past suffered all nations to walk in their own ways. [14:17] Nevertheless he left not himself without witness, in that he did good, and gave us rain from heaven, and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness. [14:18] And with these sayings scarce restrained they the people, that they had not done sacrifice unto them. [14:19] And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and, having stoned Paul, drew him out of the city, supposing he had been dead. [14:20] Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city: and the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe. [14:21] And when they had preached the gospel to that city, and had taught many, they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch,

When will the repose of the dead come about	Preach unto you that ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God… Who in times past suffered all nations to walk in their own ways
And when will the new world come	Which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein… and gave us rain from heaven, and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness
What you look forward to has already come	Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city… And when they had preached the gospel to that city, and had taught many, they returned again
But you do not recognize it	And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and, having stoned Paul, drew him out of the city, supposing he had been dead

(52) His disciples said to him, "Twenty-four prophets spoke in Israel, and all of them spoke in you." He said to them, "You have omitted the one living in your presence and have spoken (only) of the dead."	[14:22] Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God. [14:23] And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed. [14:24] And after they had passed throughout Pisidia, they came to Pamphylia. [14:25] And when they had preached the word in Perga, they went down into Attalia: [14:26] And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled. [14:27] 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 door of faith unto the Gentiles. [14:28] And there they abode long time with the disciples. [15:1] And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.

Twenty-four prophets spoke in Israel	Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God
And all of them spoke in you	They had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed
You have omitted the one living in your presence	From whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled… and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto the Gentiles
Have spoken (only) of the dead	And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved

(53) His disciples said to him, "Is circumcision beneficial or not?" He said to them, "If it were beneficial, their father would beget them already circumcised from their mother. Rather, the true circumcision in spirit has become completely profitable."	[15:2] When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question. [15:3] And being brought on their way by the church, they passed through Phenice and Samaria, declaring the conversion of the Gentiles: and they caused great joy unto all the brethren. [15:4] And when they were come to Jerusalem, they were received of the church, and of the apostles and elders, and they declared all things that God had done with them. [15:5] But there rose up certain of the sect of the Pharisees which believed, saying, That it was needful to circumcise them, and to command them to keep the law of Moses. [15:6] And the apostles and elders came together for to consider of this matter. [15:7] And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe. [15:8] And God, which knoweth the hearts, bare them witness, giving them the Holy Ghost, even as he did unto us; [15:9] And put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith.

Is circumcision beneficial or not	When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question… And the apostles and elders came together for to consider of this matter. And when there had been much disputing
If it were beneficial	Declaring the conversion of the Gentiles: and they caused great joy unto all the brethren
Their father would beget them already circumcised from their mother	When they were come to Jerusalem… But there rose up certain of the sect of the Pharisees which believed, saying, That it was needful to circumcise them, and to command them to keep the law of Moses
Rather, the true circumcision in spirit has become completely profitable	God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe. And God, which knoweth the hearts, bare them witness, giving them the Holy Ghost, even as he did unto us; And put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith

(54) Jesus said, "Blessed are the poor, for yours is the kingdom of heaven."	[15:10] Now therefore why tempt ye God, to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear? [15:11] But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they. [15:12] Then all the multitude kept silence, and gave audience to Barnabas and Paul, declaring what miracles and wonders God had wrought among the Gentiles by them.

Blessed are the poor	Why tempt ye God, to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear
For yours is the kingdom of heaven	We believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they… what miracles and wonders God had wrought among the Gentiles by them

(55) Jesus said, "Whoever does not hate his father and his mother cannot become a disciple to me. And whoever does not hate his brothers and sisters and take up his cross in my way will not be worthy of me."	[15:13] And after they had held their peace, James answered, saying, Men and brethren, hearken unto me: [15:14] Simeon hath declared how God at the first did visit the Gentiles, to take out of them a people for his name. [15:15] And to this agree the words of the prophets; as it is written, [15:16] After this I will return, and will build again the tabernacle of David, which is fallen down; and I will build again the ruins thereof, and I will set it up: [15:17] That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord, who doeth all these things. [15:18] Known unto God are all his works from the beginning of the world. [15:19] Wherefore my sentence is, that we trouble not them, which from among the Gentiles are turned to God: [15:20] But that we write unto them, that they abstain from pollutions of idols, and from fornication, and from things strangled, and from blood.

Whoever does not hate his father and his mother	Men and brethren, hearken unto me… Gentiles, to take out of them a people for his name… And to this agree the words of the prophets
Cannot become a disciple to me	I will return… That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord
And whoever does not hate his brothers and sisters	Wherefore my sentence is, that we trouble not them, which from among the Gentiles are turned to God
Take up his cross in my way will not be worthy of me	But that we write unto them, that they abstain from pollutions of idols, and from fornication, and from things strangled, and from blood

(56) Jesus said, "Whoever has come to understand the world has found (only) a corpse, and whoever has found a corpse is superior to the world."	[15:21] For Moses of old time hath in every city them that preach him, being read in the synagogues every sabbath day. [15:22] Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren: [15:23] And they wrote letters by them after this manner; The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting unto the brethren which are of the Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and Cilicia: [15:24] Forasmuch as we have heard, that certain which went out from us have troubled you with words, subverting your souls, saying, Ye must be circumcised, and keep the law: to whom we gave no such commandment: [15:25] It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,

Whoever has come to understand the world	For Moses of old time hath in every city them that preach him, being read in the synagogues every sabbath day… Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren
Found (only) a corpse, and whoever has found a corpse	Certain which went out from us have troubled you with words, subverting your souls, saying, Ye must be circumcised, and keep the law: to whom we gave no such commandment
Superior to the world	The whole church, to send chosen men of their own company… being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul

(57) Jesus said, "The kingdom of the father is like a man who had good seed. His enemy came by night and sowed weeds among the good seed. The man did not allow them to pull up the weeds; he said to them, 'I am afraid that you will go intending to pull up the weeds and pull up the wheat along with them.' For on the day of the harvest the weeds will be plainly visible, and they will be pulled up and burned."	[15:26] Men that have hazarded their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. [15:27] We have sent therefore Judas and Silas, who shall also tell you the same things by mouth. [15:28] For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things; [15:29] That ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication: from which if ye keep yourselves, ye shall do well. Fare ye well. [15:30] So when they were dismissed, they came to Antioch: and when they had gathered the multitude together, they delivered the epistle: [15:31] Which when they had read, they rejoiced for the consolation. [15:32] And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them. [15:33] And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles. [15:34] Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still. [15:35] Paul also and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also. [15:36] And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do. [15:37] And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark. [15:38] But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work. [15:39] And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus; [15:40] And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God. [15:41] And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches.

The kingdom of the father is like a man who had good seed	Our Lord Jesus Christ. We have sent therefore Judas and Silas, who shall also tell you the same things by mouth. For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things
His enemy came by night and sowed weeds among the good seed	That ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication: from which if ye keep yourselves, ye shall do well
The man did not allow them to pull up the weeds	So when they were dismissed, they came to Antioch: and when they had gathered the multitude together, they delivered the epistle… Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do
I am afraid that you will go intending to pull up the weeds and pull up the wheat along with them	And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles…
For on the day of the harvest the weeds will be plainly visible, and they will be pulled up and burned	But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work. And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus; And Paul chose Silas, and departed

(58) Jesus said, "Blessed is the man who has suffered and found life."	[16:1] Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek: [16:2] Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium. [16:3] Him would Paul have to go forth with him; and took and circumcised him because of the Jews which were in those quarters: for they knew all that his father was a Greek.

Blessed is the man	A certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed
Who has suffered and found life	Him would Paul have to go forth with him; and took and circumcised him because of the Jews which were in those quarters: for they knew all that his father was a Greek

(59) Jesus said, "Take heed of the living one while you are alive, lest you die and seek to see him and be unable to do so."	[16:4] And as they went through the cities, they delivered them the decrees for to keep, that were ordained of the apostles and elders which were at Jerusalem. [16:5] And so were the churches established in the faith, and increased in number daily. [16:6] Now when they had gone throughout Phrygia and the region of Galatia, and were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the word in Asia, [16:7] After they were come to Mysia, they assayed to go into Bithynia: but the Spirit suffered them not. [16:8] And they passing by Mysia came down to Troas. [16:9] And a vision appeared to Paul in the night;

Take heed of the living one	They delivered them the decrees for to keep
You are alive	The churches established in the faith, and increased in number daily
Lest you die	Were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the word
Seek to see him	A vision appeared to Paul in the night
Be unable to do so	But the Spirit suffered them not

(60) <They saw> a Samaritan carrying a lamb on his way to Judea. He said to his disciples, "That man is round about the lamb." They said to him, "So that he may kill it and eat it." He said to them, "While it is alive, he will not eat it, but only when he has killed it and it has become a corpse." They said to him, "He cannot do so otherwise." He said to them, "You too, look for a place for yourself within repose, lest you become a corpse and be eaten."	There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us. [16:10] And after he had seen the vision, immediately we endeavored to go into Macedonia, assuredly gathering that the Lord had called us for to preach the gospel unto them. [16:11] Therefore loosing from Troas, we came with a straight course to Samothracia, and the next day to Neapolis; [16:12] And from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days. [16:13] And on the sabbath we went out of the city by a river side, where prayer was wont to be made; and we sat down, and spake unto the women which resorted thither. [16:14] And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul. [16:15] And when she was baptized, and her household, she besought us, saying, If ye have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come into my house, and abide there. And she constrained us. [16:16] And it came to pass, as we went to prayer, a certain damsel possessed with a spirit of divination met us, which brought her masters much gain by soothsaying: [16:17] The same followed Paul and us, and cried, saying, These men are the servants of the most high God, which shew unto us the way of salvation. [16:18] And this did she many days. But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, I command thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And he came out the same hour. [16:19] And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the marketplace unto the rulers, [16:20] And brought them to the magistrates, saying, These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city, [16:21] And teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans. [16:22] And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them. [16:23] And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailor to keep them safely: [16:24] Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks.

<They saw> a Samaritan carrying a lamb on his way to Judea	Come over into Macedonia, and help us. And after he had seen the vision, immediately we endeavored to go into Macedonia, assuredly gathering that the Lord had called us for to preach the gospel unto them.
That man is round about the lamb	Loosing from Troas, we came with a straight course to Samothracia… we went out of the city
So that he may kill it and eat it	She attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul. And when she was baptized, and her household
While it is alive, he will not eat it, but only when he has killed it and it has become a corpse	And it came to pass… a certain damsel possessed with a spirit of divination met us… But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, I command thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And he came out the same hour
He cannot do so otherwise	And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the marketplace unto the rulers
You too, look for a place for yourself within repose	These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city… And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes
Lest you become a corpse and be eaten	They had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison… Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks

(61) Jesus said, "Two will rest on a bed: the one will die, and the other will live." Salome said, "Who are you, man, that you ... have come up on my couch and eaten from my table?" Jesus said to her, "I am he who exists from the undivided. I was given some of the things of my father." <...> "I am your disciple." <...> "Therefore I say, if he is destroyed, he will be filled with light, but if he is divided, he will be filled with darkness."	[16:25] And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. [16:26] And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one's bands were loosed. [16:27] And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword, and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled. [16:28] But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, Do thyself no harm: for we are all here. [16:29] Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas, [16:30] And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? [16:31] And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. [16:32] And they spake unto him the word of the Lord, and to all that were in his house. [16:33] And he took them the same hour of the night, and washed their stripes; and was baptized, he and all his, straightway. [16:34] And when he had brought them into his house, he set meat before them, and rejoiced, believing in God with all his house. [16:35] And when it was day, the magistrates sent the serjeants, saying, Let those men go. [16:36] And the keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul, The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore depart, and go in peace. [16:37] But Paul said unto them, They have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, and have cast us into prison; and now do they thrust us out privily? nay verily; but let them come themselves and fetch us out. [16:38] And the serjeants told these words unto the magistrates: and they feared, when they heard that they were Romans. [16:39] And they came and besought them, and brought them out, and desired them to depart out of the city. [16:40] And they went out of the prison, and entered into the house of Lydia and when they had seen the brethren, they comforted them, and departed. [17:1] Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where was a synagogue of the Jews:

Two will rest on a bed	At midnight Paul and Silas prayed
The one will die	The keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword, and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled
And the other will live	Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas
Who are you, man, that you ... have come up on my couch and eaten from my table	And they spake unto him the word of the Lord, and to all that were in his house… And when he had brought them into his house, he set meat before them, and rejoiced, believing in God with all his house
I am he who exists from the undivided. I was given some of the things of my father	The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore depart, and go in peace… where was a synagogue of the Jews
I am your disciple." <...> "Therefore I say, if he is destroyed, he will be filled with light	Nay verily; but let them come themselves and fetch us out. And the serjeants told these words unto the magistrates: and they feared, when they heard that they were Romans
But if he is divided, he will be filled with darkness	And brought them out… they went out of the prison… when they had passed through…

(62) Jesus said, "It is to those who are worthy of my mysteries that I tell my mysteries. Do not let your left (hand) know what your right (hand) is doing."	[17:2] And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures, [17:3] Opening and alleging, that Christ must needs have suffered, and risen again from the dead; and that this Jesus, whom I preach unto you, is Christ. [17:4] And some of them believed, and consorted with Paul and Silas; and of the devout Greeks a great multitude, and of the chief women not a few. [17:5] But the Jews which believed not, moved with envy, took unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an uproar, and assaulted the house of Jason, and sought to bring them out to the people. [17:6] And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also;

It is to those who are worthy of my mysteries	And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures… And some of them believed, and consorted with Paul and Silas; and of the devout Greeks a great multitude, and of the chief women not a few
I tell my mysteries	Opening and alleging, that Christ must needs have suffered, and risen again from the dead; and that this Jesus, whom I preach unto you, is Christ
Do not let your left (hand) know	But the Jews which believed not, moved with envy, took unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort, and gathered a company, and set all the city on an uproar, and assaulted the house of Jason, and sought to bring them out to the people
What your right (hand) is doing	These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also

(63) Jesus said, "There was a rich man who had much money. He said, 'I shall put my money to use so that I may sow, reap, plant, and fill my storehouse with produce, with the result that I shall lack nothing.' Such were his intentions, but that same night he died. Let him who has ears hear."	[17:7] Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus. [17:8] And they troubled the people and the rulers of the city, when they heard these things. [17:9] And when they had taken security of Jason, and of the other, they let them go. [17:10] And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews. [17:11] These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so. [17:12] Therefore many of them believed; also of honourable women which were Greeks, and of men, not a few. [17:13] But when the Jews of Thessalonica had knowledge that the word of God was preached of Paul at Berea, they came thither also, and stirred up the people. [17:14] And then immediately the brethren sent away Paul to go as it were to the sea: but Silas and Timotheus abode there still. [17:15] And they that conducted Paul brought him unto Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed. [17:16] Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry.

There was a rich man who had much money	These all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus
I shall put my money to use	The brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea
That I may sow, reap, plant, and fill my storehouse with produce	That they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so
With the result that I shall lack nothing	Therefore many of them believed; also of honourable women which were Greeks, and of men, not a few
Such were his intentions, but that same night he died	When the Jews of Thessalonica had knowledge that the word of God was preached of Paul at Berea, they came thither also, and stirred up the people
Let him who has ears hear	And receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed. Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry

(64) Jesus said, "A man had received visitors. And when he had prepared the dinner, he sent his servant to invite the guests. He went to the first one and said to him, 'My master invites you.' He said, 'I have claims against some merchants. They are coming to me this evening. I must go and give them my orders. I ask to be excused from the dinner.' He went to another and said to him, 'My master has invited you.' He said to him, 'I have just bought a house and am required for the day. I shall not have any spare time.' He went to another and said to him, 'My master invites you.' He said to him, 'My friend is going to get married, and I am to prepare the banquet. I shall not be able to come. I ask to be excused from the dinner.' He went to another and said to him, 'My master invites you.' He said to him, 'I have just bought a farm, and I am on my way to collect the rent. I shall not be able to come. I ask to be excused.' The servant returned and said to his master, 'Those whom you invited to the dinner have asked to be excused.' The master said to his servant, 'Go outside to the streets and bring back those whom you happen to meet, so that they may dine.' Businessmen and merchants will not enter the places of my father."	[17:17] Therefore disputed he in the synagogue with the Jews, and with the devout persons, and in the market daily with them that met with him. [17:18] Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoicks, encountered him. And some said, What will this babbler say? other some, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods: because he preached unto them Jesus, and the resurrection. [17:19] And they took him, and brought him unto Areopagus, saying, May we know what this new doctrine, whereof thou speakest, is? [17:20] For thou bringest certain strange things to our ears: we would know therefore what these things mean. [17:21] (For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing.) [17:22] Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars' hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious. [17:23] For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you. [17:24] God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands; [17:25] Neither is worshipped with men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things; [17:26] 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; [17:27] That they should seek the Lord, if haply they might feel after him, and find him, though he be not far from every one of us: [17:28] For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said, For we are also his offspring. [17:29] Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device. [17:30] And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent: [17:31] Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead. [17:32] And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked: and others said, We will hear thee again of this matter. [17:33] So Paul departed from among them. [17:34] Howbeit certain men clave unto him, and believed: among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite, and a woman named Damaris, and others with them. [18:1] After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth; [18:2] And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome:) and came unto them. [18:3] And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers. [18:4] And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks. [18:5] And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ. [18:6] And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean: from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles. [18:7] And he departed thence, and entered into a certain man's house, named Justus, one that worshipped God, whose house joined hard to the synagogue. [18:8] And Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his house; and many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized. [18:9] Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace: [18:10] For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city. [18:11] And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. [18:12] And when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia, the Jews made insurrection with one accord against Paul, and brought him to the judgment seat, [18:13] Saying, This fellow persuadeth men to worship God contrary to the law. [18:14] And when Paul was now about to open his mouth, Gallio said unto the Jews, If it were a matter of wrong or wicked lewdness, O ye Jews, reason would that I should bear with you: [18:15] But if it be a question of words and names, and of your law, look ye to it; for I will be no judge of such matters. [18:16] And he drave them from the judgment seat. [18:17] Then all the Greeks took Sosthenes, the chief ruler of the synagogue, and beat him before the judgment seat. And Gallio cared for none of those things. [18:18] And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow. [18:19] And he came to Ephesus, and left them there: but he himself entered into the synagogue, and reasoned with the Jews. [18:20] When they desired him to tarry longer time with them, he consented not; [18:21] But bade them farewell, saying, I must by all means keep this feast that cometh in Jerusalem: but I will return again unto you, if God will. And he sailed from Ephesus. [18:22] And when he had landed at Caesarea, and gone up, and saluted the church, he went down to Antioch. [18:23] And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples. [18:24] And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. [18:25] This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John. [18:26] And he began to speak boldly in the synagogue: whom when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded unto him the way of God more perfectly.

And when he had prepared the dinner, he sent his servant to invite the guests	Therefore disputed he in the synagogue with the Jews, and with the devout persons, and in the market daily with them that met with him… all the Athenians and strangers
My master invites you… My master has invited you… My master invites you… My master invites you	THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you. God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth… That they should seek the Lord, if haply they might feel after him, and find him… but now commandeth all men every where to repent… And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks… and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ… teaching the word of God among them… but he himself entered into the synagogue, and reasoned with the Jews… This man was instructed in the way of the Lord
They are coming to me this evening. I must go and give them my orders… I shall not have any spare time… I shall not be able to come… I shall not be able to come	And hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation… he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained… when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia, the Jews made insurrection with one accord against Paul, and brought him to the judgment seat
I ask to be excused from the dinner… I ask to be excused from the dinner… I ask to be excused… Those whom you invited to the dinner have asked to be excused	And the times of this ignorance God winked at… And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked: and others said, We will hear thee again of this matter… And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed
He went to the first one … He went to another… He went to another… He went to another	So Paul departed from among them… After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth… he shook his raiment, and said unto them… from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles… And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria… But bade them farewell, saying, I must by all means keep this feast that cometh in Jerusalem: but I will return again unto you, if God will. And he sailed from Ephesus… he went down to Antioch… And after he had spent some time there, he departed… came to Ephesus
Go outside to the streets and bring back those whom you happen to meet, so that they may dine	Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace: For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city. And he continued there a year and six months… they desired him to tarry longer time with them… and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples… when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded unto him the way of God more perfectly
Businessmen and merchants will not enter the places of my father	This fellow persuadeth men to worship God contrary to the law… But if it be a question of words and names, and of your law, look ye to it; for I will be no judge of such matters

(65) He said, "There was a good man who owned a vineyard. He leased it to tenant farmers so that they might work it and he might collect the produce from them. He sent his servant so that the tenants might give him the produce of the vineyard. They seized his servant and beat him, all but killing him. The servant went back and told his master. The master said, 'Perhaps he did not recognize them.' He sent another servant. The tenants beat this one as well. Then the owner sent his son and said, 'Perhaps they will show respect to my son.' Because the tenants knew that it was he who was the heir to the vineyard, they seized him and killed him. Let him who has ears hear."	[18:27] And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace: [18:28] For he mightily convinced the Jews, and that publickly, shewing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ. [19:1] And it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples, [19:2] He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost. [19:3] And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John's baptism. [19:4] Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus. [19:5] When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. [19:6] And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. [19:7] And all the men were about twelve. [19:8] And he went into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, disputing and persuading the things concerning the kingdom of God. [19:9] But when divers were hardened, and believed not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus. [19:10] And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks. [19:11] And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul: [19:12] So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons, and the diseases departed from them, and the evil spirits went out of them. [19:13] Then certain of the vagabond Jews, exorcists, took upon them to call over them which had evil spirits the name of the Lord Jesus, saying, We adjure you by Jesus whom Paul preacheth. [19:14] And there were seven sons of one Sceva, a Jew, and chief of the priests, which did so. [19:15] And the evil spirit answered and said, Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye? [19:16] And the man in whom the evil spirit was leaped on them, and overcame them, and prevailed against them, so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded. [19:17] And this was known to all the Jews and Greeks also dwelling at Ephesus; and fear fell on them all, and the name of the Lord Jesus was magnified. [19:18] And many that believed came, and confessed, and shewed their deeds. [19:19] Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver. [19:20] So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed. [19:21] After these things were ended, Paul purposed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, After I have been there, I must also see Rome. [19:22] So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season. [19:23] And the same time there arose no small stir about that way. [19:24] For a certain man named Demetrius, a silversmith, which made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen;

There was a good man who owned a vineyard	Jesus was Christ… Christ Jesus… the Lord Jesus… the Lord Jesus… Jesus… the name of the Lord Jesus was magnified… So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed
He leased it to tenant farmers so that they might work it and he might collect the produce from them	The Jews… the Jews
He sent his servant so that the tenants might give him the produce of the vineyard	When he was disposed to pass into Achaia… he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace… For he mightily convinced… and that publickly, shewing by the scriptures… the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied
They seized his servant and beat him, all but killing him… The tenants beat this one as well	Laid his hands upon them… but spake evil of that way before the multitude… And the man in whom the evil spirit was leaped on them, and overcame them, and prevailed against them, so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded
Perhaps he did not recognize them	Disputing and persuading the things concerning the kingdom of God… disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus
He sent another servant	Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples… Have ye received the Holy Ghost… Paul… Paul… And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul
Then the owner sent his son and said, 'Perhaps they will show respect to my son	So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season
Because the tenants knew that it was he who was the heir to the vineyard, they seized him and killed him.	And the same time there arose no small stir about that way… For a certain man named Demetrius, a silversmith, which made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen
Let him who has ears hear	We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost… When they heard this, they were baptized… divers were hardened, and believed not… they which dwelt in Asia heard the word… Many… believed… many

(66) Jesus said, "Show me the stone which the builders have rejected. That one is the cornerstone."	[19:25] Whom he called together with the workmen of like occupation, and said, Sirs, ye know that by this craft we have our wealth. [19:26] Moreover ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands: [19:27] So that not only this our craft is in danger to be set at nought; but also that the temple of the great goddess Diana should be despised, and her magnificence should be destroyed, whom all Asia and the world worshippeth.

Show me	Ye know… ye see and hear
The stone	Gods, which are made with hands
The builders have rejected	The workmen… by this craft we have our wealth… Ephesus (permitted)… this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people… this our craft is in danger to be set at nought… should be despised… whom all Asia and the world worshippeth
That one is the cornerstone	The temple of the great goddess Diana

(67) Jesus said, "If one who knows the all still feels a personal deficiency, he is completely deficient."	[19:28] And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians. [19:29] And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre. [19:30] And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. [19:31] And certain of the chief of Asia, which were his friends, sent unto him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre.

If one who knows the all	They rushed with one accord into the theatre
Still feels a personal deficiency	They were full of wrath… the whole city was filled with confusion
He is completely deficient	Desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre

(68) Jesus said, "Blessed are you when you are hated and persecuted. Wherever you have been persecuted they will find no place."	[19:32] Some therefore cried one thing, and some another: for the assembly was confused; and the more part knew not wherefore they were come together. [19:33] And they drew Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alexander beckoned with the hand, and would have made his defence unto the people. [19:34] But when they knew that he was a Jew, all with one voice about the space of two hours cried out, Great is Diana of the Ephesians. [19:35] And when the townclerk had appeased the people, he said, Ye men of Ephesus, what man is there that knoweth not how that the city of the Ephesians is a worshipper of the great goddess Diana, and of the image which fell down from Jupiter? [19:36] Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly.

Blessed are you when you are hated and persecuted	The assembly was confused… But when they knew that he was a Jew, all with one voice about the space of two hours cried out
Wherever you have been persecuted they will find no place	Ye men of Ephesus, what man is there that knoweth not how that the city of the Ephesians is a worshipper of the great goddess Diana, and of the image which fell down from Jupiter

(69) Jesus said, "Blessed are they who have been persecuted within themselves. It is they who have truly come to know the father. Blessed are the hungry, for the belly of him who desires will be filled."	[19:37] For ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches, nor yet blasphemers of your goddess. [19:38] Wherefore if Demetrius, and the craftsmen which are with him, have a matter against any man, the law is open, and there are deputies: let them implead one another. [19:39] But if ye inquire any thing concerning other matters, it shall be determined in a lawful assembly. [19:40] For we are in danger to be called in question for this day's uproar, there being no cause whereby we may give an account of this concourse. [19:41] And when he had thus spoken, he dismissed the assembly. [20:1] And after the uproar was ceased, Paul called unto him the disciples, and embraced them, and departed for to go into Macedonia. [20:2] And when he had gone over those parts, and had given them much exhortation, he came into Greece,

Blessed are they who have been persecuted within themselves	For ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches, nor yet blasphemers of your goddess… let them implead one another
It is they who have truly come to know the father	We are in danger to be called in question… he dismissed the assembly… go into Macedonia
Blessed are the hungry, for the belly of him who desires will be filled	When he had gone over those parts… he came into Greece

(70) Jesus said, "That which you have will save you if you bring it forth from yourselves. That which you do not have within you will kill you if you do not have it within you."	[20:3] And there abode three months. And when the Jews laid wait for him, as he was about to sail into Syria, he purposed to return through Macedonia. [20:4] And there accompanied him into Asia Sopater of Berea; and of the Thessalonians, Aristarchus and Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe, and Timotheus; and of Asia, Tychicus and Trophimus. [20:5] These going before tarried for us at Troas. [20:6] And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days. [20:7] And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready to depart on the morrow; and continued his speech until midnight. [20:8] And there were many lights in the upper chamber, where they were gathered together. [20:9] And there sat in a window a certain young man named Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep:

That which you have will save you	Aristarchus (The best ruler)… And there were many lights in the upper chamber, where they were gathered together
You bring it forth from yourselves	Trophimus… (Greek: Nutricious)… Troas… Troas (Greek: Trojan)… when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them… and continued his speech
That which you do not have within you	The Jews laid wait for him
Will kill you if you do not have it within you	There sat in a window a certain young man named Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep

(71) Jesus said, "I shall destroy this house, and no one will be able to build it [...]."	and as Paul was long preaching, he sunk down with sleep, and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead. [20:10] And Paul went down, and fell on him, and embracing him said, Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him. [20:11] When he therefore was come up again, and had broken bread, and eaten, and talked a long while, even till break of day, so he departed.

I shall destroy this house	He sunk down with sleep, and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead
And no one will be able	And Paul went down, and fell on him, and embracing him said, Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him
To build it (I will raise it up, John 2:19)	He therefore was come up again, and had broken bread, and eaten

(72) A man said to him, "Tell my brothers to divide my father's possessions with me." He said to him, "O man, who has made me a divider?" He turned to his disciples and said to them, "I am not a divider, am I?"	[20:12] And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. [20:13] And we went before to ship, and sailed unto Assos, there intending to take in Paul: for so had he appointed, minding himself to go afoot. [20:14] And when he met with us at Assos, we took him in, and came to Mitylene. [20:15] And we sailed thence, and came the next day over against Chios; and the next day we arrived at Samos, and tarried at Trogyllium; and the next day we came to Miletus. [20:16] For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost. [20:17] And from Miletus he sent to Ephesus, and called the elders of the church. [20:18] And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons, [20:19] Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews: [20:20] And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house, [20:21] Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks,

Tell my brothers to divide my father's possessions with me	They brought the young man alive (The body dividedwithout the spirit is dead) Tarried at Trogyllium (Trogyllium : Greek = “a cache”) Be at Jerusalem (Jerusalem = city of peace) Lying in wait of the Jews
O man, who has made me a divider	Called the elders of the church… I have been with you at all seasons… with many tears, and temptations
I am not a divider, am I	The day of Pentecost (The 50^th day of completion) I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks

(73) Jesus said, "The harvest is great but the laborers are few. Beseech the Lord, therefore, to send out laborers to the harvest."	repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ. [20:22] And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: [20:23] Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. [20:24] But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. [20:25] And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.

The harvest is great	Repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ
The laborers are few	I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem… But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy
Beseech the Lord, therefore	The ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God
Send out laborers to the harvest	I have gone preaching the kingdom of God

(74) He said, "O Lord, there are many around the drinking trough, but there is nothing in the cistern."	[20:26] Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men. [20:27] For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God. [20:28] Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.

O Lord, there are many around the drinking trough	To all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood
There is nothing in the cistern	I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God

(75) Jesus said, "Many are standing at the door, but it is the solitary who will enter the bridal chamber."	[20:29] For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock. [20:30] Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them. [20:31] Therefore watch, and remember, that by the space of three years I ceased not to warn every one night and day with tears. [20:32] And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.

Many are standing at the door	Grievous wolves enter in among you… Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them
But it is the solitary	The flock… I ceased not to warn every one
Who will enter the bridal chamber	And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified

(76) Jesus said, "The kingdom of the father is like a merchant who had a consignment of merchandise and who discovered a pearl. That merchant was shrewd. He sold the merchandise and bought the pearl alone for himself. You too, seek his unfailing and enduring treasure where no moth comes near to devour and no worm destroys."	[20:33] I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. [20:34] Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me. [20:35] I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive. [20:36] And when he had thus spoken, he kneeled down, and prayed with them all. [20:37] And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul's neck, and kissed him, [20:38] Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship. [21:1] And it came to pass, that after we were gotten from them, and had launched, we came with a straight course unto Coos, and the day following unto Rhodes, and from thence unto Patara: [21:2] And finding a ship sailing over unto Phenicia, we went aboard, and set forth. [21:3] Now when we had discovered Cyprus, we left it on the left hand, and sailed into Syria, and landed at Tyre: for there the ship was to unlade her burden. [21:4] And finding disciples, we tarried there seven days: who said to Paul through the Spirit, that he should not go up to Jerusalem. [21:5] And when we had accomplished those days, we departed and went our way; and they all brought us on our way, with wives and children, till we were out of the city: and we kneeled down on the shore, and prayed. [21:6] And when we had taken our leave one of another, we took ship; and they returned home again. [21:7] And when we had finished our course from Tyre, we came to Ptolemais, and saluted the brethren, and abode with them one day. [21:8] And the next day we that were of Paul's company departed, and came unto Caesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him. [21:9] And the same man had four daughters, virgins, which did prophesy.

The kingdom of the father is like a merchant who had a consignment of merchandise	Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me … remember the words of the Lord Jesus
Who discovered a pearl	We had discovered Cyprus
That merchant was shrewd	I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel…
He sold the merchandise and bought the pearl alone for himself	It is more blessed to give than to receive… Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more… we left it on the left hand… for there the ship was to unlade her burden
You too, seek his unfailing and enduring treasure	Launched, we came with a straight course… we went aboard, and set forth… go up to Jerusalem… we departed and went our way; and they all brought us on our way… and we kneeled down on the shore, and prayed… we took ship; and they returned home again
Where no moth comes near to devour and no worm destroys	Caesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist… virgins, which did prophesy

(77) Jesus said, "It is I who am the light which is above them all. It is I who am the all. From me did the all come forth, and unto me did the all extend. Split a piece of wood, and I am there. Lift up the stone, and you will find me there."	[21:10] And as we tarried there many days, there came down from Judaea a certain prophet, named Agabus. [21:11] And when he was come unto us, he took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle, and shall deliver him into the hands of the Gentiles. [21:12] And when we heard these things, both we, and they of that place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. [21:13] Then Paul answered, What mean ye to weep and to break mine heart? for I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus. [21:14] And when he would not be persuaded, we ceased, saying, The will of the Lord be done. [21:15] And after those days we took up our carriages, and went up to Jerusalem. [21:16] There went with us also certain of the disciples of Caesarea, and brought with them one Mnason of Cyprus, an old disciple, with whom we should lodge.

It is I who am the light which is above them all… Lift up the stone	There came down from Judaea a certain prophet… Mnason of Cyprus, an old disciple
It is I who am the all	Thus saith the Holy Ghost… the name of the Lord Jesus
From me did the all come forth, and unto me did the all extend	When he was come unto us, he took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet… So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle, and shall deliver him into the hands of the Gentiles… besought him not to go up to Jerusalem… and went up to Jerusalem
Split a piece of wood	The disciples of Caesarea
And I am there	And brought with them one
You will find me there	With whom we should lodge

(78) Jesus said, "Why have you come out into the desert? To see a reed shaken by the wind? And to see a man clothed in fine garments like your kings and your great men? Upon them are the fine garments, and they are unable to discern the truth."	[21:17] And when we were come to Jerusalem, the brethren received us gladly. [21:18] And the day following Paul went in with us unto James; and all the elders were present. [21:19] And when he had saluted them, he declared particularly what things God had wrought among the Gentiles by his ministry. [21:20] And when they heard it, they glorified the Lord, and said unto him, Thou seest, brother, how many thousands of Jews there are which believe; and they are all zealous of the law: [21:21] And they are informed of thee, that thou teachest all the Jews which are among the Gentiles to forsake Moses, saying that they ought not to circumcise their children, neither to walk after the customs. [21:22] What is it therefore? the multitude must needs come together: for they will hear that thou art come. [21:23] Do therefore this that we say to thee: We have four men which have a vow on them; [21:24] Them take, and purify thyself with them, and be at charges with them, that they may shave their heads: and all may know that those things, whereof they were informed concerning thee, are nothing; but that thou thyself also walkest orderly, and keepest the law.

Why have you come out into the desert	We were come to Jerusalem… the multitude must needs come together
To see a reed shaken by the wind	Thou seest, brother, how many thousands of Jews there are which believe; and they are all zealous of the law
And to see a man clothed in fine garments like your kings and your great men	We have four men which have a vow on them
Upon them are the fine garments, and they are unable to discern the truth	That they may shave their heads… but that thou thyself also walkest orderly, and keepest the law

(79) A woman from the crowd said to him, "Blessed are the womb which bore you and the breasts which nourished you." He said to her, "Blessed are those who have heard the word of the father and have truly kept it. For there will be days when you will say, 'Blessed are the womb which has not conceived and the breasts which have not given milk.'"	[21:25] As touching the Gentiles which believe, we have written and concluded that they observe no such thing, save only that they keep themselves from things offered to idols, and from blood, and from strangled, and from fornication. [21:26] Then Paul took the men, and the next day purifying himself with them entered into the temple, to signify the accomplishment of the days of purifcation, until that an offering should be offered for every one of them. [21:27] And when the seven days were almost ended, the Jews which were of Asia, when they saw him in the temple, stirred up all the people, and laid hands on him, [21:28] Crying out, Men of Israel, help: This is the man, that teacheth all men every where against the people, and the law, and this place: and further brought Greeks also into the temple, and hath polluted this holy place. [21:29] (For they had seen before with him in the city Trophimus an Ephesian, whom they supposed that Paul had brought into the temple.) [21:30] And all the city was moved, and the people ran together: and they took Paul, and drew him out of the temple: and forthwith the doors were shut. [21:31] And as they went about to kill him, tidings came unto the chief captain of the band, that all Jerusalem was in an uproar. [21:32] Who immediately took soldiers and centurions, and ran down unto them: and when they saw the chief captain and the soldiers, they left beating of Paul. [21:33] Then the chief captain came near, and took him, and commanded him to be bound with two chains; and demanded who he was, and what he had done. [21:34] And some cried one thing, some another, among the multitude: and when he could not know the certainty for the tumult, he commanded him to be carried into the castle. [21:35] And when he came upon the stairs, so it was, that he was borne of the soldiers for the violence of the people.

Blessed are the womb which bore you	Keep themselves… and from fornication… purifying himself… and further brought Greeks also into the temple, and hath polluted this holy place
The breasts which nourished you	And laid hands on him… Crying out
Blessed are those who have heard the word of the father and have truly kept it	This is the man, that teacheth all men every where against the people, and the law… tidings came unto the chief captain of the band
For there will be days when	Immediately… when they saw the chief captain and the soldiers
Blessed are the womb which has not conceived	They took Paul, and drew him out of the temple: and forthwith the doors were shut
The breasts which have not given milk	And some cried one thing, some another, among the multitude

(80) Jesus said, "He who has recognized the world has found the body, but he who has found the body is superior to the world."	[21:36] For the multitude of the people followed after, crying, Away with him. [21:37] And as Paul was to be led into the castle, he said unto the chief captain, May I speak unto thee? Who said, Canst thou speak Greek? [21:38] Art not thou that Egyptian, which before these days madest an uproar, and leddest out into the wilderness four thousand men that were murderers? [21:39] But Paul said, I am a man which am a Jew of Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, a citizen of no mean city: and, I beseech thee, suffer me to speak unto the people. [21:40] And when he had given him licence, Paul stood on the stairs, and beckoned with the hand unto the people. And when there was made a great silence, he spake unto them in the Hebrew tongue, saying,

He who has recognized the world	The multitude of the people followed after, crying, Away with him… Canst thou speak Greek… Art not thou that Egyptian… four thousand men
Has found the body	I am a man… a Jew of Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, a citizen of no mean city
But he who has found the body	The people
Is superior to the world	Paul stood on the stairs, and beckoned with the hand unto the people… he spake unto them in the Hebrew tongue

(81) Jesus said, "Let him who has grown rich be king, and let him who possesses power renounce it."	[22:1] Men, brethren, and fathers, hear ye my defence which I make now unto you. [22:2] (And when they heard that he spake in the Hebrew tongue to them, they kept the more silence: and he saith,) [22:3] I am verily a man which am a Jew, born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, yet brought up in this city at the feet of Gamaliel, and taught according to the perfect manner of the law of the fathers, and was zealous toward God, as ye all are this day.

Let him who has grown rich be king	Men, brethren, and fathers… I am verily a man which am a Jew, born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, yet brought up in this city at the feet of Gamaliel
And let him who possesses power renounce it	And taught according to the perfect manner of the law of the fathers, and was zealous toward God, as ye all are this day

(82) Jesus said, "He who is near me is near the fire, and he who is far from me is far from the kingdom."	[22:4] And I persecuted this way unto the death, binding and delivering into prisons both men and women. [22:5] As also the high priest doth bear me witness, and all the estate of the elders: from whom also I received letters unto the brethren, and went to Damascus, to bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem, for to be punished. [22:6] And it came to pass, that, as I made my journey, and was come nigh unto Damascus about noon, suddenly there shone from heaven a great light round about me.

He who is near me is near the fire	And I persecuted this way unto the death, binding and delivering into prisons both men and women… for to be punished… and was come nigh unto Damascus about noon, suddenly there shone from heaven a great light round about me
And he who is far from me is far from the kingdom	To bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem… I made my journey

(83) Jesus said, "The images are manifest to man, but the light in them remains concealed in the image of the light of the father. He will become manifest, but his image will remain concealed by his light."	[22:7] And I fell unto the ground, and heard a voice saying unto me, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? [22:8] And I answered, Who art thou, Lord? And he said unto me, I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom thou persecutest. [22:9] And they that were with me saw indeed the light, and were afraid; but they heard not the voice of him that spake to me. [22:10] And I said, What shall I do, Lord? And the Lord said unto me, Arise, and go into Damascus; and there it shall be told thee of all things which are appointed for thee to do. [22:11] And when I could not see for the glory of that light, being led by the hand of them that were with me, I came into Damascus. [22:12] And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report of all the Jews which dwelt there,

The images are manifest to man	Who art thou, Lord… I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom thou persecutest
But the light in them remains concealed in the image of the light of the father	And they that were with me saw indeed the light, and were afraid; but they heard not the voice of him that spake to me
He will become manifest	Arise, and go into Damascus; and there it shall be told thee of all things which are appointed for thee to do
But his image will remain concealed by his light	I could not see for the glory of that light, being led by the hand of them that were with me

(84) Jesus said, "When you see your likeness, you rejoice. But when you see your images which came into being before you, and which neither die not become manifest, how much you will have to bear!"	[22:13] Came unto me, and stood, and said unto me, Brother Saul, receive thy sight. And the same hour I looked up upon him. [22:14] And he said, The God of our fathers hath chosen thee, that thou shouldest know his will, and see that Just One, and shouldest hear the voice of his mouth. [22:15] For thou shalt be his witness unto all men of what thou hast seen and heard. [22:16] And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord. [22:17] And it came to pass, that, when I was come again to Jerusalem, even while I prayed in the temple, I was in a trance; [22:18] And saw him saying unto me, Make haste, and get thee quickly out of Jerusalem: for they will not receive thy testimony concerning me. [22:19] And I said, Lord, they know that I imprisoned and beat in every synagogue them that believed on thee: [22:20] And when the blood of thy martyr Stephen was shed, I also was standing by, and consenting unto his death, and kept the raiment of them that slew him.

When you see your likeness, you rejoice	Brother Saul, receive thy sight. And the same hour I looked up upon him
But when you see your images which came into being before you	Our fathers … and see that Just One… thou shalt be his witness unto all men of what thou hast seen
And which neither die	Arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins
Not become manifest	I prayed in the temple, I was in a trance
How much you will have to bear	For they will not receive thy testimony concerning me… I imprisoned and beat in every synagogue them that believed on thee… I also was standing by, and consenting unto his death

(85) Jesus said, "Adam came into being from a great power and a great wealth, but he did not become worthy of you. For had he been worthy, he would not have experienced death."	[22:21] And he said unto me, Depart: for I will send thee far hence unto the Gentiles. [22:22] And they gave him audience unto this word, and then lifted up their voices, and said, Away with such a fellow from the earth: for it is not fit that he should live. [22:23] And as they cried out, and cast off their clothes, and threw dust into the air, [22:24] The chief captain commanded him to be brought into the castle, and bade that he should be examined by scourging; that he might know wherefore they cried so against him. [22:25] And as they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion that stood by, Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned? [22:26] When the centurion heard that, he went and told the chief captain, saying, Take heed what thou doest: for this man is a Roman. [22:27] Then the chief captain came, and said unto him, Tell me, art thou a Roman? He said, Yea. [22:28] And the chief captain answered, With a great sum obtained I this freedom. And Paul said, But I was free born.

Adam came into being	Away with such a fellow from the earth: for it is not fit that he should live
From a great power and a great wealth	The chief captain commanded him to be brought into the castle
But he did not become worthy of you	Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned
For had he been worthy	For this man is a Roman… Tell me, art thou a Roman
He would not have experienced death	With a great sum obtained I this freedom… I was free born

(86) Jesus said, "The foxes have their holes and the birds have their nests, but the son of man has no place to lay his head and rest."	[22:29] Then straightway they departed from him which should have examined him: and the chief captain also was afraid, after he knew that he was a Roman, and because he had bound him. [22:30] On the morrow, because he would have known the certainty wherefore he was accused of the Jews, he loosed him from his bands, and commanded the chief priests and all their council to appear, and brought Paul down, and set him before them. [23:1] And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day. [23:2] And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth.

The foxes have their holes	The chief captain also was afraid, after he knew that he was a Roman
The birds have their nests	And commanded the chief priests and all their council to appear… the council
But the son of man	Men and brethren
Has no place to lay his head and rest	High priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth

(87) Jesus said, "Wretched is the body that is dependant upon a body, and wretched is the soul that is dependent on these two."	[23:3] Then said Paul unto him, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall: for sittest thou to judge me after the law, and commandest me to be smitten contrary to the law? [23:4] And they that stood by said, Revilest thou God's high priest? [23:5] Then said Paul, I wist not, brethren, that he was the high priest: for it is written, Thou shalt not speak evil of the ruler of thy people. [23:6] But when Paul perceived that the one part were Sadducees, and the other Pharisees, he cried out in the council, Men and brethren, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee: of the hope and resurrection of the dead I am called in question. [23:7] And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees: and the multitude was divided.

Wretched is the body	God shall smite thee, thou whited wall
That is dependant upon a body	Revilest thou God's high priest… Thou shalt not speak evil of the ruler of thy people
And wretched is the soul that is dependent on these two	The one part were Sadducees, and the other Pharisees, he cried out… there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees: and the multitude was divided

(88) Jesus said, "The angels and the prophets will come to you and give to you those things you (already) have. And you too, give them those things which you have, and say to yourselves, 'When will they come and take what is theirs?'"	[23:8] For the Sadducees say that there is no resurrection, neither angel, nor spirit: but the Pharisees confess both. [23:9] And there arose a great cry: and the scribes that were of the Pharisees' part arose, and strove, saying, We find no evil in this man: but if a spirit or an angel hath spoken to him, let us not fight against God. [23:10] And when there arose a great dissension, the chief captain, fearing lest Paul should have been pulled in pieces of them, commanded the soldiers to go down, and to take him by force from among them, and to bring him into the castle. [23:11] And the night following the Lord stood by him, and said, Be of good cheer, Paul: for as thou hast testified of me in Jerusalem, so must thou bear witness also at Rome. [23:12] And when it was day, certain of the Jews banded together, and bound themselves under a curse, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul. [23:13] And they were more than forty which had made this conspiracy. [23:14] And they came to the chief priests and elders, and said, We have bound ourselves under a great curse, that we will eat nothing until we have slain Paul.

The angels and the prophets will come to you	Neither angel, nor spirit… if a spirit or an angel hath spoken to him
And give to you those things you (already) have	And to take him by force from among them
And you too, give them those things which you have	Saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul
And say to yourselves	Paul: for as thou hast testified of me in Jerusalem, so must thou bear witness also at Rome
When will they come and take what is theirs	They came to the chief priests and elders… that we will eat nothing until we have slain Paul

(89) Jesus said, "Why do you wash the outside of the cup? Do you not realize that he who made the inside is the same one who made the outside?"	[23:15] Now therefore ye with the council signify to the chief captain that he bring him down unto you to morrow, as though ye would inquire something more perfectly concerning him: and we, or ever he come near, are ready to kill him. [23:16] And when Paul's sister's son heard of their lying in wait, he went and entered into the castle, and told Paul. [23:17] Then Paul called one of the centurions unto him, and said, Bring this young man unto the chief captain: for he hath a certain thing to tell him. [23:18] So he took him, and brought him to the chief captain, and said, Paul the prisoner called me unto him, and prayed me to bring this young man unto thee, who hath something to say unto thee. [23:19] Then the chief captain took him by the hand, and went with him aside privately, and asked him, What is that thou hast to tell me?

Why do you wash the outside… the outside	Paul the prisoner
The cup	The castle
Do you not realize	As though ye would inquire something more perfectly concerning him
He who made… the same one who made	For he hath a certain thing to tell him… who hath something to say unto thee… What is that thou hast to tell me ( God made by speaking )
The inside	He went and entered into

(90) Jesus said, "Come unto me, for my yoke is easy and my lordship is mild, and you will find repose for yourselves."	[23:20] And he said, The Jews have agreed to desire thee that thou wouldest bring down Paul to morrow into the council, as though they would inquire somewhat of him more perfectly. [23:21] But do not thou yield unto them: for there lie in wait for him of them more than forty men, which have bound themselves with an oath, that they will neither eat nor drink till they have killed him: and now are they ready, looking for a promise from thee. [23:22] So the chief captain then let the young man depart, and charged him, See thou tell no man that thou hast shewed these things to me. [23:23] And he called unto him two centurions, saying, Make ready two hundred soldiers to go to Caesarea, and horsemen threescore and ten, and spearmen two hundred, at the third hour of the night;

Come unto me	Bring down Paul to morrow into the council… then let the young man depart
For my yoke is easy and my lordship is mild	They will neither eat nor drink… looking for a promise from thee
And you will find repose for yourselves	Make ready… at the third hour of the night

(91) They said to him, "Tell us who you are so that we may believe in you." He said to them, "You read the face of the sky and of the earth, but you have not recognized the one who is before you, and you do not know how to read this moment."	[23:24] And provide them beasts, that they may set Paul on, and bring him safe unto Felix the governor. [23:25] And he wrote a letter after this manner: [23:26] Claudius Lysias unto the most excellent governor Felix sendeth greeting. [23:27] This man was taken of the Jews, and should have been killed of them: then came I with an army, and rescued him, having understood that he was a Roman. [23:28] And when I would have known the cause wherefore they accused him, I brought him forth into their council: [23:29] Whom I perceived to be accused of questions of their law, but to have nothing laid to his charge worthy of death or of bonds. [23:30] And when it was told me how that the Jews laid wait for the man, I sent straightway to thee, and gave commandment to his accusers also to say before thee what they had against him. Farewell. [23:31] Then the soldiers, as it was commanded them, took Paul, and brought him by night to Antipatris. [23:32] On the morrow they left the horsemen to go with him, and returned to the castle: [23:33] Who, when they came to Caesarea, and delivered the epistle to the governor, presented Paul also before him. [23:34] And when the governor had read the letter, he asked of what province he was. And when he understood that he was of Cilicia;

Tell us who you are	Having understood that he was a Roman… And when he understood that he was of Cilicia
So that we may believe in you	Claudius Lysias… I would have known the cause wherefore they accused him (Lysias = Releaser)
You read the face of the sky and of the earth	He wrote a letter after this manner
But you have not recognized the one who is before you	Whom I perceived to be accused of questions of their law… presented Paul also before him
And you do not know how to read this moment	And delivered the epistle to the governor… And when the governor had read the letter, he asked of what province he was

(92) Jesus said, "Seek and you will find. Yet, what you asked me about in former times and which I did not tell you then, now I do desire to tell, but you do not inquire after it."	[23:35] I will hear thee, said he, when thine accusers are also come. And he commanded him to be kept in Herod's judgment hall. [24:1] And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a certain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul. [24:2] And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto this nation by thy providence, [24:3] We accept it always, and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness. [24:4] Notwithstanding, that I be not further tedious unto thee, I pray thee that thou wouldest hear us of thy clemency a few words. [24:5] For we have found this man a pestilent fellow, and a mover of sedition among all the Jews throughout the world, and a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes:

Seek and you will find	I will hear thee… we have found this man a pestilent fellow
Yet, what you asked me about in former times and which I did not tell you then	When thine accusers are also come
Now I do desire to tell	And after five days… Tertullus began to accuse him
But you do not inquire after it	I pray thee that thou wouldest hear us of thy clemency a few words

(93) <Jesus said,> "Do not give what is holy to dogs, lest they throw them on the dung-heap. Do not throw the pearls to swine, lest they [...] it [...]."	[24:6] Who also hath gone about to profane the temple: whom we took, and would have judged according to our law. [24:7] But the chief captain Lysias came upon us, and with great violence took him away out of our hands, [24:8] Commanding his accusers to come unto thee: by examining of whom thyself mayest take knowledge of all these things, whereof we accuse him. [24:9] And the Jews also assented, saying that these things were so. [24:10] Then Paul, after that the governor had beckoned unto him to speak, answered, Forasmuch as I know that thou hast been of many years a judge unto this nation, I do the more cheerfully answer for myself:

Do not give what is holy	And with great violence took him away out of our hands
Dogs	We took, and would have judged according to our law… the Jews
Lest they throw them on the dung-heap	Who also hath gone about to profane the temple
Do not throw the pearls	Assented, saying that these things were so
Swine	The governor… a judge
Lest they (trample them under their feet, Matthew 7:6)	The chief captain Lysias came upon us

(94) Jesus said, "He who seeks will find, and he who knocks will be let in."	[24:11] Because that thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship. [24:12] And they neither found me in the temple disputing with any man, neither raising up the people, neither in the synagogues, nor in the city: [24:13] Neither can they prove the things whereof they now accuse me.

He who seeks	That thou mayest understand
Will find	I went up to Jerusalem for to worship
He who knocks	They neither found me… prove the things
Will be let in	In the temple … neither in the synagogues, nor in the city

(95) Jesus said, "If you have money, do not lend it at interest, but give it to one from whom you will not get it back."	[24:14] But this I confess unto thee, that after the way which they call heresy, so worship I the God of my fathers, believing all things which are written in the law and in the prophets: [24:15] And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. [24:16] And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men. [24:17] Now after many years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings.

If you have money	So worship I… And have hope toward God
Do not lend it at interest	I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men
But give it to one from whom you will not get it back	I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings

(96) Jesus said, "The kingdom of the father is like a certain woman. She took a little leaven, concealed it in some dough, and made it into large loaves. Let him who has ears hear."	[24:18] Whereupon certain Jews from Asia found me purified in the temple, neither with multitude, nor with tumult. [24:19] Who ought to have been here before thee, and object, if they had ought against me. [24:20] Or else let these same here say, if they have found any evil doing in me, while I stood before the council, [24:21] Except it be for this one voice, that I cried standing among them, Touching the resurrection of the dead I am called in question by you this day. [24:22] And when Felix heard these things, having more perfect knowledge of that way, he deferred them, and said, When Lysias the chief captain shall come down, I will know the uttermost of your matter. [24:23] And he commanded a centurion to keep Paul, and to let him have liberty, and that he should forbid none of his acquaintance to minister or come unto him. [24:24] And after certain days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, which was a Jewess, he sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ.

The kingdom of the father is like a certain woman	I stood before the council
She took a little leaven	Having more perfect knowledge of that way… I will know the uttermost of your matter
Concealed it in some dough	Found me purified in the temple… the resurrection of the dead
And made it into large loaves	And to let him have liberty, and that he should forbid none of his acquaintance to minister or come unto him
Let him who has ears hear	He sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ

(97) Jesus said, "The kingdom of the father is like a certain woman who was carrying a jar full of meal. While she was walking on the road, still some distance from home, the handle of the jar broke and the meal emptied out behind her on the road. She did not realize it; she had noticed no accident. When she reached her house, she set the jar down and found it empty."	[24:25] And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee. [24:26] He hoped also that money should have been given him of Paul, that he might loose him: wherefore he sent for him the oftener, and communed with him. [24:27] But after two years Porcius Festus came into Felix' room: and Felix, willing to shew the Jews a pleasure, left Paul bound. [25:1] Now when Festus was come into the province, after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem. [25:2] Then the high priest and the chief of the Jews informed him against Paul, and besought him, [25:3] And desired favour against him, that he would send for him to Jerusalem, laying wait in the way to kill him. [25:4] But Festus answered, that Paul should be kept at Caesarea, and that he himself would depart shortly thither. [25:5] Let them therefore, said he, which among you are able, go down with me, and accuse this man, if there be any wickedness in him. [25:6] And when he had tarried among them more than ten days, he went down unto Caesarea; and the next day sitting on the judgment seat commanded Paul to be brought. [25:7] And when he was come, the Jews which came down from Jerusalem stood round about, and laid many and grievous complaints against Paul, which they could not prove. [25:8] While he answered for himself, Neither against the law of the Jews, neither against the temple, nor yet against Caesar, have I offended any thing at all. [25:9] But Festus, willing to do the Jews a pleasure, answered Paul, and said, Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these things before me?

The kingdom of the father is like	And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come… Caesarea… sitting on the judgment seat commanded Paul to be brought… the law of the Jews… Caesar… the Jews (Caesarea = severed, Caeser = severed)
A certain woman who was carrying a jar full of meal	Go thy way for this time
While she was walking on the road, still some distance from home	He sent for him the oftener, and communed with him… after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem… he would send for him to Jerusalem… he himself would depart shortly thither… go down with me… he went down… the temple
The handle of the jar broke and the meal emptied out behind her on the road	And accuse this man, if there be any wickedness in him
She did not realize it; she had noticed no accident	And laid many and grievous complaints against Paul, which they could not prove
When she reached her house	After two years Porcius Festus came into Felix' room… the Jews which came down from Jerusalem
She set the jar down and found it empty	Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these things before me

(98) Jesus said, "The kingdom of the father is like a certain man who wanted to kill a powerful man. In his own house he drew his sword and stuck it into the wall in order to find out whether his hand could carry through. Then he slew the powerful man."	[25:10] Then said Paul, I stand at Caesar's judgment seat, where I ought to be judged: to the Jews have I done no wrong, as thou very well knowest. [25:11] For if I be an offender, or have committed any thing worthy of death, I refuse not to die: but if there be none of these things whereof these accuse me, no man may deliver me unto them. I appeal unto Caesar. [25:12] Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed unto Caesar? unto Caesar shalt thou go. [25:13] And after certain days king Agrippa and Bernice came unto Caesarea to salute Festus. [25:14] And when they had been there many days, Festus declared Paul's cause unto the king, saying, There is a certain man left in bonds by Felix: [25:15] About whom, when I was at Jerusalem, the chief priests and the elders of the Jews informed me, desiring to have judgment against him. [25:16] To whom I answered, It is not the manner of the Romans to deliver any man to die, before that he which is accused have the accusers face to face, and have licence to answer for himself concerning the crime laid against him.

The kingdom of the father	Then said Paul, I stand at Caesar's judgment seat… I appeal unto Caesar… king Agrippa and Bernice… Festus declared Paul's cause unto the king… the chief priests and the elders of the Jews informed me
Like a certain man who wanted to kill a powerful man	Where I ought to be judged… if I be an offender, or have committed any thing worthy of death, I refuse not to die… It is not the manner of the Romans to deliver any man to die
In his own house he drew his sword and stuck it into the wall	When he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed unto Caesar? unto Caesar shalt thou go
find out whether his hand could carry through	No man may deliver me unto them… There is a certain man left in bonds by Felix
Then he slew the powerful man	He which is accused have the accusers face to face, and have licence to answer for himself concerning the crime laid against him

(99) The disciples said to him, "Your brothers and your mother are standing outside." He said to them, "Those here who do the will of my father are my brothers and my mother. It is they who will enter the kingdom of my father."	[25:17] Therefore, when they were come hither, without any delay on the morrow I sat on the judgment seat, and commanded the man to be brought forth. [25:18] Against whom when the accusers stood up, they brought none accusation of such things as I supposed: [25:19] But had certain questions against him of their own superstition, and of one Jesus, which was dead, whom Paul affirmed to be alive. [25:20] And because I doubted of such manner of questions, I asked him whether he would go to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these matters. [25:21] But when Paul had appealed to be reserved unto the hearing of Augustus, I commanded him to be kept till I might send him to Caesar. [25:22] Then Agrippa said unto Festus, I would also hear the man myself. To morrow, said he, thou shalt hear him. [25:23] And on the morrow, when Agrippa was come, and Bernice, with great pomp, and was entered into the place of hearing, with the chief captains, and principal men of the city, at Festus' commandment Paul was brought forth. [25:24] And Festus said, King Agrippa, and all men which are here present with us, ye see this man, about whom all the multitude of the Jews have dealt with me, both at Jerusalem, and also here, crying that he ought not to live any longer.

Your brothers and your mother are standing outside	When the accusers stood up, they brought none accusation of such things as I supposed… Jesus, which was dead, whom Paul affirmed to be alive
Those here who do the will of my father	Paul had appealed to be reserved unto the hearing of Augustus, I commanded him to be kept till I might send him to Caesar
My brothers and my mother	The multitude of the Jews have dealt with me
It is they who will enter the kingdom of my father	I sat on the judgment seat… go to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these matters… when Agrippa was come, and Bernice, with great pomp, and was entered into the place of hearing, with the chief captains, and principal men of the city… King Agrippa, and all men which are here present with us… both at Jerusalem

(100) They showed Jesus a gold coin and said to him, "Caesar's men demand taxes from us." He said to them, "Give Caesar what belongs to Caesar, give God what belongs to God, and give me what is mine."	[25:25] But when I found that he had committed nothing worthy of death, and that he himself hath appealed to Augustus, I have determined to send him. [25:26] Of whom I have no certain thing to write unto my lord. Wherefore I have brought him forth before you, and specially before thee, O king Agrippa, that, after examination had, I might have somewhat to write. [25:27] For it seemeth to me unreasonable to send a prisoner, and not withal to signify the crimes laid against him. [26:1] Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou art permitted to speak for thyself. Then Paul stretched forth the hand, and answered for himself: [26:2] I think myself happy, king Agrippa, because I shall answer for myself this day before thee touching all the things whereof I am accused of the Jews: [26:3] Especially because I know thee to be expert in all customs and questions which are among the Jews: wherefore I beseech thee to hear me patiently. [26:4] My manner of life from my youth, which was at the first among mine own nation at Jerusalem, know all the Jews;

They showed Jesus a gold coin	I found… nothing worthy of death
Caesar's men demand taxes from us	He himself hath appealed to Augustus… write unto my lord… O king Agrippa… it seemeth to me unreasonable
Give Caesar what belongs to Caesar	Send a prisoner… king Agrippa… touching all the things whereof I am accused of the Jews
Give God what belongs to God	Then Paul stretched forth the hand
And give me what is mine	I beseech thee to hear me patiently… among mine own nation

(101) <Jesus said,> "Whoever does not hate his father and his mother as I do cannot become a disciple to me. And whoever does not love his father and his mother as I do cannot become a disciple to me. For my mother [...], but my true mother gave me life.	[26:5] Which knew me from the beginning, if they would testify, that after the most straitest sect of our religion I lived a Pharisee. [26:6] And now I stand and am judged for the hope of the promise made of God unto our fathers: [26:7] Unto which promise our twelve tribes, instantly serving God day and night, hope to come. For which hope's sake, king Agrippa, I am accused of the Jews. [26:8] Why should it be thought a thing incredible with you, that God should raise the dead? [26:9] I verily thought with myself, that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Jesus of Nazareth. [26:10] Which thing I also did in Jerusalem: and many of the saints did I shut up in prison, having received authority from the chief priests; and when they were put to death, I gave my voice against them. [26:11] And I punished them oft in every synagogue, and compelled them to blaspheme; and being exceedingly mad against them, I persecuted them even unto strange cities. [26:12] Whereupon as I went to Damascus with authority and commission from the chief priests, [26:13] At midday, O king, I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which journeyed with me. [26:14] And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue,

Whoever does not hate his father and his mother	I stand and am judged for the hope of the promise made of God unto our fathers
As I do… as I do	I verily thought with myself, that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Jesus of Nazareth… Which thing I also did in Jerusalem: and many of the saints did I shut up in prison (as I went)
Become a disciple to me…become a disciple to me	God should raise the dead… as I went… with authority and commission… I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which journeyed with me
And whoever does not love his father and his mother	Having received authority from the chief priests; and when they were put to death, I gave my voice against them. And I punished them oft in every synagogue, and compelled them to blaspheme; and being exceedingly mad against them, I persecuted them even unto strange cities
For my mother [...], but my true mother gave me life	After the most straitest sect of our religion I lived a Pharisee… I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue

(102) Jesus said, "Woe to the pharisees, for they are like a dog sleeping in the manger of oxen, for neither does he eat nor does he let the oxen eat."	Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. [26:15] And I said, Who art thou, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest. [26:16] But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; [26:17] Delivering thee from the people, and from the Gentiles, unto whom now I send thee, [26:18] To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.

Woe to the pharisees	Saul, Saul… it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks (Saul was a Pharisee. The pricks are the goads used to urge or prod the oxen. God has a sense of humor. Paul is goading the oxen. Jesus is goading Saul.)
For they are like a dog sleeping	But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose… both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee… To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God
The manger of oxen	To make thee a minister and a witness… unto whom now I send thee
For neither does he eat nor does he let the oxen eat	That they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me

(103) Jesus said, "Fortunate is the man who knows where the brigands will enter, so that he may get up, muster his domain, and arm himself before they invade."	[26:19] Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I was not disobedient unto the heavenly vision: [26:20] But shewed first unto them of Damascus, and at Jerusalem, and throughout all the coasts of Judaea, and then to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, and do works meet for repentance. [26:21] For these causes the Jews caught me in the temple, and went about to kill me. [26:22] Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come: [26:23] That Christ should suffer, and that he should be the first that should rise from the dead, and should shew light unto the people, and to the Gentiles. [26:24] And as he thus spake for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, thou art beside thyself; much learning doth make thee mad. [26:25] But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.

Fortunate is the man who knows	I was not disobedient unto the heavenly vision… But shewed first unto them of Damascus… that they should repent and turn to God… much learning doth make thee mad… I am not mad… but speak forth the words of truth and soberness
Where the brigands will enter	The Jews caught me in the temple, and went about to kill me
So that he may get up	That he should be the first that should rise from the dead
Muster his domain, and arm himself before they invade	Having therefore obtained help of God… saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come

(104) They said to Jesus, "Come, let us pray today and let us fast." Jesus said, "What is the sin that I have committed, or wherein have I been defeated? But when the bridegroom leaves the bridal chamber, then let them fast and pray."	[26:26] For the king knoweth of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner. [26:27] King Agrippa, believest thou the prophets? I know that thou believest. [26:28] Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian. [29] And Paul said, I would to God, that not only thou, but also all that hear me this day, were both almost, and altogether such as I am, except these bonds. [26:30] And when he had thus spoken, the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them: [26:31] And when they were gone aside, they talked between themselves, saying, This man doeth nothing worthy of death or of bonds. [26:32] Then said Agrippa unto Festus, This man might have been set at liberty, if he had not appealed unto Caesar. [27:1] And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band. [27:2] And entering into a ship of Adramyttium, we launched, meaning to sail by the coasts of Asia; one Aristarchus, a Macedonian of Thessalonica, being with us. [27:3] And the next day we touched at Sidon. And Julius courteously entreated Paul, and gave him liberty to go unto his friends to refresh himself.

Come, let us pray today and let us fast… then let them fast and pray	I speak freely… I would to God, that not only thou, but also all that hear me this day, were both almost, and altogether such as I am, except these bonds… they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners… and gave him liberty to go unto his friends to refresh himself ( A fast is to set at liberty or loose bonds, Isaiah 58 )
What is the sin that I have committed	This man doeth nothing worthy of death or of bonds
Wherein have I been defeated	The king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice ( Bernice = “Victory” )
But when the bridegroom leaves	This man might have been set at liberty, if he had not appealed unto Caesar ( Caesar = “Severed” )
The bridal chamber	Adramyttium ( Adramyttium = “I shall abide in death” )

(105) Jesus said, "He who knows the father and the mother will be called the son of a harlot."	[27:4] And when we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus, because the winds were contrary. [27:5] And when we had sailed over the sea of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra, a city of Lycia. [27:6] And there the centurion found a ship of Alexandria sailing into Italy; and he put us therein. [27:7] And when we had sailed slowly many days, and scarce were come over against Cnidus, the wind not suffering us, we sailed under Crete, over against Salmone;

He who knows the father and the mother	When we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus ( Cyprus = “Love: a blossom” )
Will be called the son of a harlot	And scarce were come over against Cnidus, the wind not suffering us ( Cnidus = “nettled” Various plants of the genus Urtica having unisexual flowers and stinging hairs that cause irritation on contact )

(106) Jesus said, "When you make the two one, you will become the sons of man, and when you say, 'Mountain, move away,' it will move away."	[27:8] And, hardly passing it, came unto a place which is called The fair havens; nigh whereunto was the city of Lasea. [27:9] Now when much time was spent, and when sailing was now dangerous, because the fast was now already past, Paul admonished them, [27:10] And said unto them, Sirs, I perceive that this voyage will be with hurt and much damage, not only of the lading and ship, but also of our lives. [27:11] Nevertheless the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul. [27:12] And because the haven was not commodious to winter in, the more part advised to depart thence also, if by any means they might attain to Phenice, and there to winter; which is an haven of Crete, and lieth toward the south west and north west.

Jesus said… and when you say	Paul admonished them… spoken by Paul
When you make the two one	Not only of the lading and ship, but also of our lives… those things which were
You will become the sons of man	The centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship
Mountain, move away,' it will move away	Which is an haven of Crete, and lieth toward the south west and north west ( Crete is one of the most mountainous islands of Europe. The caves were used for religious purposes in antiquity )

(107) Jesus said, "The kingdom is like a shepherd who had a hundred sheep. One of them, the largest, went astray. He left the ninety-nine sheep and looked for that one until he found it. When he had gone to such trouble, he said to the sheep, 'I care for you more than the ninety-nine.'"	[27:13] And when the south wind blew softly, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, loosing thence, they sailed close by Crete. [27:14] But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon. [27:15] And when the ship was caught, and could not bear up into the wind, we let her drive. [27:16] And running under a certain island which is called Clauda, we had much work to come by the boat: [27:17] Which when they had taken up, they used helps, undergirding the ship; and, fearing lest they should fall into the quicksands, strake sail, and so were driven. [27:18] And we being exceedingly tossed with a tempest, the next day they lightened the ship; [27:19] And the third day we cast out with our own hands the tackling of the ship. [27:20] And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away. [27:21] But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss. [27:22] And now I exhort you to be of good cheer: for there shall be no loss of any man's life among you, but of the ship. [27:23] For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve, [27:24] Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee.

The kingdom is like a shepherd who had a hundred sheep	Thou must be brought before Caesar
One of them, the largest, went astray	And running under a certain island which is called Clauda, we had much work to come by the boat… and so were driven… all hope that we should be saved was then taken away
He left the ninety-nine sheep and looked for that one until he found it	But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss… for there shall be no loss of any man's life among you, but of the ship
When he had gone to such trouble, he said to the sheep, 'I care for you more than the ninety-nine	Fear not, Paul… lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee

(108) Jesus said, "He who will drink from my mouth will become like me. I myself shall become he, and the things that are hidden will be revealed to him."	[27:25] Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me. [27:26] Howbeit we must be cast upon a certain island. [27:27] But when the fourteenth night was come, as we were driven up and down in Adria, about midnight the shipmen deemed that they drew near to some country; [27:28] And sounded, and found it twenty fathoms: and when they had gone a little further, they sounded again, and found it fifteen fathoms. [27:29] Then fearing lest we should have fallen upon rocks, they cast four anchors out of the stern, and wished for the day. [27:30] And as the shipmen were about to flee out of the ship, when they had let down the boat into the sea, under colour as though they would have cast anchors out of the foreship,

He who will drink from my mouth will become like me	Be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me
I myself shall become he, and the things that are hidden will be revealed to him	And found it… and found it… and wished for the day

(109) Jesus said, "The kingdom is like a man who had a hidden treasure in his field without knowing it. And after he died, he left it to his son. The son did not know (about the treasure). He inherited the field and sold it. And the one who bought it went plowing and found the treasure. He began to lend money at interest to whomever he wished."	[27:31] Paul said to the centurion and to the soldiers, Except these abide in the ship, ye cannot be saved. [27:32] Then the soldiers cut off the ropes of the boat, and let her fall off. [27:33] And while the day was coming on, Paul besought them all to take meat, saying, This day is the fourteenth day that ye have tarried and continued fasting, having taken nothing. [27:34] Wherefore I pray you to take some meat: for this is for your health: for there shall not an hair fall from the head of any of you. [27:35] And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all: and when he had broken it, he began to eat. [27:36] Then were they all of good cheer, and they also took some meat. [27:37] And we were in all in the ship two hundred threescore and sixteen souls. [27:38] And when they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, and cast out the wheat into the sea. [27:39] And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship. [27:40] And when they had taken up the anchors, they committed themselves unto the sea, and loosed the rudder bands, and hoised up the mainsail to the wind, and made toward shore. [27:41] And falling into a place where two seas met, they ran the ship aground; and the forepart stuck fast, and remained unmoveable, but the hinder part was broken with the violence of the waves. [27:42] And the soldiers' counsel was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim out, and escape. [27:43] But the centurion, willing to save Paul,

The kingdom is like a man who had a hidden treasure in his field without knowing it	Except these abide in the ship, ye cannot be saved
And after he died, he left it to his son	For there shall not an hair fall from the head of any of you… he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all: and when he had broken it, he began to eat… And we were in all in the ship two hundred threescore and sixteen souls
The son did not know (about the treasure)	They knew not the land
He inherited the field and sold it	Paul besought them all to take meat… I pray you to take some meat: for this is for your health… Then were they all of good cheer, and they also took some meat
And the one who bought it went plowing and found the treasure	But they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship. And when they had taken up the anchors, they committed themselves unto the sea, and loosed the rudder bands, and hoised up the mainsail to the wind, and made toward shore
He began to lend money at interest to whomever he wished	And the soldiers' counsel was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim out, and escape… willing to save Paul

(110) Jesus said, "Whoever finds the world and becomes rich, let him renounce the world."	[27:43b] kept them from their purpose; and commanded that they which could swim should cast themselves first into the sea, and get to land: [27:44] And the rest, some on boards, and some on broken pieces of the ship. And so it came to pass, that they escaped all safe to land. [28:1] And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita. [28:2] And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold.

Whoever finds the world	Get to land… they escaped all safe to land
Becomes rich	And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness
Let him renounce the world	Kept them from their purpose; and commanded that they which could swim should cast themselves first into the sea

(111) Jesus said, "The heavens and the earth will be rolled up in your presence. And the one who lives from the living one will not see death." Does not Jesus say, "Whoever finds himself is superior to the world?"	[28:3] And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand. [28:4] And when the barbarians saw the venomous beast hang on his hand, they said among themselves, No doubt this man is a murderer, whom, though he hath escaped the sea, yet vengeance suffereth not to live. [28:5] And he shook off the beast into the fire, and felt no harm. [28:6] Howbeit they looked when he should have swollen, or fallen down dead suddenly: but after they had looked a great while, and saw no harm come to him, they changed their minds, and said that he was a god. [28:7] In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously. [28:8] And it came to pass, that the father of Publius lay sick of a fever and of a bloody flux: to whom Paul entered in, and prayed, and laid his hands on him, and healed him. [28:9] So when this was done, others also, which had diseases in the island, came, and were healed: [28:10] Who also honoured us with many honours;

The heavens and the earth will be rolled up in your presence	Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire
And the one who lives from the living one will not see death	And when the barbarians saw the venomous beast hang on his hand, they said among themselves, No doubt this man is a murderer, whom, though he hath escaped the sea, yet vengeance suffereth not to live… and felt no harm… he should have swollen, or fallen down dead suddenly… saw no harm come to him
Whoever finds himself is superior to the world	He was a god… Paul entered in, and prayed, and laid his hands on him, and healed him… others also, which had diseases in the island, came, and were healed: Who also honoured us with many honours

(112) Jesus said, "Woe to the flesh that depends on the soul; woe to the soul that depends on the flesh."	[28:10b] and when we departed, they laded us with such things as were necessary. [28:11] And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux. [28:12] And landing at Syracuse, we tarried there three days. [28:13] And from thence we fetched a compass, and came to Rhegium: and after one day the south wind blew, and we came the next day to Puteoli: [28:14] Where we found brethren, and were desired to tarry with them seven days: and so we went toward Rome.

Woe… woe	Rhegium ( Rhegium = “Breach” )
The flesh… the flesh	We departed in a ship of Alexandria (Alexandria = a resident of Egypt)
That depends on… that depends on	And so we went toward Rome ( Rome = “strength” )
The soul… the soul	They laded us with such things as were necessary… Pollux ( Pollux = “immortal” )

(113) His disciples said to him, "When will the kingdom come?" <Jesus said,> "It will not come by waiting for it. It will not be a matter of saying 'here it is' or 'there it is.' Rather, the kingdom of the father is spread out upon the earth, and men do not see it."	[28:15] And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appiiforum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage. [28:16] And when we came to Rome, the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard: but Paul was suffered to dwell by himself with a soldier that kept him. [28:17] And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together: and when they were come together, he said unto them, Men and brethren, though I have committed nothing against the people, or customs of our fathers, yet was I delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the hands of the Romans. [28:18] Who, when they had examined me, would have let me go, because there was no cause of death in me. [28:19] But when the Jews spake against it, I was constrained to appeal unto Caesar; not that I had ought to accuse my nation of. [28:20] For this cause therefore have I called for you, to see you, and to speak with you: because that for the hope of Israel I am bound with this chain. [28:21] And they said unto him, We neither received letters out of Judaea concerning thee, neither any of the brethren that came shewed or spake any harm of thee.

When will the kingdom come	They came to meet us … when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage
It will not come by waiting for it	And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together
It will not be a matter of saying 'here it is' or 'there it is	I delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the hands of the Romans. Who, when they had examined me, would have let me go, because there was no cause of death in me
Rather, the kingdom of the father is spread out upon the earth	I was constrained to appeal unto Caesar; not that I had ought to accuse my nation of
And men do not see it	Neither any of the brethren that came shewed or spake any harm of thee

(114) Simon Peter said to him, "Let Mary leave us, for women are not worthy of life." Jesus said, "I myself shall lead her in order to make her male, so that she too may become a living spirit resembling you males. For every woman who will make herself male will enter the kingdom of heaven."	[28:22] But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against. [28:23] And when they had appointed him a day, there came many to him into his lodging; to whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God, persuading them concerning Jesus, both out of the law of Moses, and out of the prophets, from morning till evening. [28:24] And some believed the things which were spoken, and some believed not. [28:25] And when they agreed not among themselves, they departed, after that Paul had spoken one word, Well spake the Holy Ghost by Esaias the prophet unto our fathers, [28:26] Saying, Go unto this people, and say, Hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and not perceive: [28:27] For the heart of this people is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes have they closed; lest they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them. [28:28] Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it. [28:29] And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves. [28:30] And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, [28:31] Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him.

Let Mary leave us, for women are not worthy of life	As concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against… and some believed not… For the heart of this people is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes have they closed; lest they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears… no man forbidding him
I myself shall lead her in order to make her male	To whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God… And some believed the things which were spoken… Well spake the Holy Ghost by Esaias… Go unto this people… Be it known therefore unto you
so that she too may become a living spirit resembling you males	And understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them… that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it
For every woman who will make herself male will enter the kingdom of heaven	And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence



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