Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers criticized him New Living Translation But when Peter arrived back in Jerusalem, the Jewish believers criticized him. English Standard Version So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcision party criticized him, saying, Berean Standard Bible So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers took issue with him Berean Literal Bible And when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision began contending with him, King James Bible And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, New King James Version And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision contended with him, New American Standard Bible And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, the Jewish believers took issue with him, NASB 1995 And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those who were circumcised took issue with him, NASB 1977 And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those who were circumcised took issue with him, Legacy Standard Bible And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those who were circumcised took issue with him, Amplified Bible So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision [certain Jewish believers who followed the Law] took issue with him [for violating Jewish customs], Christian Standard Bible When Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcision party criticized him, Holman Christian Standard Bible When Peter went up to Jerusalem, those who stressed circumcision argued with him, American Standard Version And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, Contemporary English Version So when Peter came to Jerusalem, some of the Jewish followers started arguing with him. They wanted Gentile followers to be circumcised, and English Revised Version And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, GOD'S WORD® Translation However, when Peter went to Jerusalem, the believers who insisted on circumcision began to argue with him. Good News Translation When Peter went to Jerusalem, those who were in favor of circumcising Gentiles criticized him, saying, International Standard Version But when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those who emphasized circumcision disagreed with him. Majority Standard Bible So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers took issue with him NET Bible So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers took issue with him, New Heart English Bible When Peter had come up to Jerusalem, those who were of the circumcision contended with him, Webster's Bible Translation And when Peter had come to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, Weymouth New Testament and, when Peter returned to Jerusalem, the champions of circumcision found fault with him. World English Bible When Peter had come up to Jerusalem, those who were of the circumcision contended with him, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those of circumcision were contending with him, Berean Literal Bible And when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision began contending with him, Young's Literal Translation and when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision were contending with him, Smith's Literal Translation And when Peter went up to Jerusalem, they of the circumcision discussed with him, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, Catholic Public Domain Version Then, when Peter had gone up to Jerusalem, those who were of the circumcision argued against him, New American Bible So when Peter went up to Jerusalem the circumcised believers confronted him, New Revised Standard Version So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers criticized him, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when Simon Peter had come up to Jerusalem, those who upheld the circumcision contended with him, Aramaic Bible in Plain English And when Shimeon came up to Jerusalem, those who were of the circumcision were contending with him, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those who were of the circumcision contended with him, Godbey New Testament And when Peter went tip to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision interviewed him, say Haweis New Testament And when Peter went up to Jerusalem, they of the circumcision disputed with him, Mace New Testament and when Peter was return'd to Jerusalem, the Jewish converts objected to his conduct, Weymouth New Testament and, when Peter returned to Jerusalem, the champions of circumcision found fault with him. Worrell New Testament And, when Peter went up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision were contending with him, Worsley New Testament And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, those that were of the circumcision contended with him, saying, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Peter's Report at Jerusalem1The apostles and brothers throughout Judea soon heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God. 2So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers took issue with him 3and said, “You visited uncircumcised men and ate with them.”… Cross References Galatians 2:11-14 When Cephas came to Antioch, however, I opposed him to his face, because he stood condemned. / For before certain men came from James, he used to eat with the Gentiles. But when they arrived, he began to draw back and separate himself, for fear of those in the circumcision group. / The other Jews joined him in his hypocrisy, so that by their hypocrisy even Barnabas was led astray. ... Acts 15:1-2 Then some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.” / And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. Acts 10:28 He said to them, “You know how unlawful it is for a Jew to associate with a foreigner or visit him. But God has shown me that I should not call any man impure or unclean. Acts 21:20-21 When they heard this, they glorified God. Then they said to Paul, “You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law. / But they are under the impression that you teach all the Jews who live among the Gentiles to forsake Moses, telling them not to circumcise their children or observe our customs. Matthew 9:11 When the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” Luke 15:2 So the Pharisees and scribes began to grumble: “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” John 4:9 “You are a Jew,” said the woman. “How can You ask for a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.) Galatians 2:4 This issue arose because some false brothers had come in under false pretenses to spy on our freedom in Christ Jesus, in order to enslave us. Romans 14:3 The one who eats everything must not belittle the one who does not, and the one who does not eat everything must not judge the one who does, for God has accepted him. 1 Corinthians 9:20-21 To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), to win those under the law. / To those without the law I became like one without the law (though I am not outside the law of God but am under the law of Christ), to win those without the law. Ephesians 2:14-15 For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility / by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace Colossians 2:16 Therefore let no one judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a feast, a New Moon, or a Sabbath. 1 Timothy 4:3 They will prohibit marriage and require abstinence from certain foods that God has created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. Isaiah 65:5 They say, ‘Keep to yourself; do not come near me, for I am holier than you!’ Such people are smoke in My nostrils, a fire that burns all day long. Leviticus 11:1-47 The LORD spoke again to Moses and Aaron, telling them, / “Say to the Israelites, ‘Of all the beasts of the earth, these ones you may eat: / You may eat any animal that has a split hoof completely divided and that chews the cud. ... Treasury of Scripture And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, they. Acts 10:9,45 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: … Acts 15:1,5 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… Acts 21:20-23 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: … Jump to Previous Argument Believers Champions Circumcised Circumcision Contended Contending Criticized Fault Found Issue Jerusalem Kept Party Peter RuleJump to Next Argument Believers Champions Circumcised Circumcision Contended Contending Criticized Fault Found Issue Jerusalem Kept Party Peter RuleActs 11 1. Peter, being accused for preaching to the Gentiles,5. makes his defense; 18. which is accepted. 19. The gospel being spread in Phoenicia, and Cyprus, and Antioch, 22. Barnabas is sent to confirm them. 26. The disciples are first called Christians at Antioch. 27. They send relief to the brothers in Judea in time of famine. So when Peter went up to Jerusalem The phrase "went up to Jerusalem" is significant both geographically and spiritually. Jerusalem, situated on a hill, was a central place of worship and authority in Jewish life. The Greek word "anabainō" (ἀναβαίνω) is used here, meaning to ascend or go up, which not only describes the physical journey but also implies a return to a place of spiritual significance. Peter's journey to Jerusalem symbolizes a return to the heart of the early Christian community, where pivotal decisions and discussions took place. Historically, Jerusalem was the epicenter of Jewish religious life, and for the early Christians, it was also the birthplace of the Church at Pentecost. the circumcised believers criticized him Parallel Commentaries ... Greek [So]δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. when Ὅτε (Hote) Adverb Strong's 3753: When, at which time. From hos and te; at which too, i.e. When. Peter Πέτρος (Petros) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 4074: Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle. went up ἀνέβη (anebē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 305: To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up. to εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. Jerusalem, Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 2419: Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine. [the] circumcised [believers] περιτομῆς (peritomēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 4061: Circumcision. From peritemno; circumcision. took issue διεκρίνοντο (diekrinonto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1252: From dia and krino; to separate thoroughly, i.e. to withdraw from, or oppose; figuratively, to discriminate, or hesitate. with πρὸς (pros) Preposition Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. him αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. Links Acts 11:2 NIVActs 11:2 NLT Acts 11:2 ESV Acts 11:2 NASB Acts 11:2 KJV Acts 11:2 BibleApps.com Acts 11:2 Biblia Paralela Acts 11:2 Chinese Bible Acts 11:2 French Bible Acts 11:2 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 11:2 When Peter had come up to Jerusalem (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |
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