Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Paul wanted to appear before the crowd, but the disciples would not let him. New Living Translation Paul wanted to go in, too, but the believers wouldn’t let him. English Standard Version But when Paul wished to go in among the crowd, the disciples would not let him. Berean Standard Bible Paul wanted to go before the assembly, but the disciples would not allow him. Berean Literal Bible But of Paul intending to go in to the people, the disciples would not allow him. King James Bible And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. New King James Version And when Paul wanted to go in to the people, the disciples would not allow him. New American Standard Bible And when Paul wanted to go into the assembly, the disciples would not let him. NASB 1995 And when Paul wanted to go into the assembly, the disciples would not let him. NASB 1977 And when Paul wanted to go into the assembly, the disciples would not let him. Legacy Standard Bible And when Paul wanted to go into the assembly, the disciples would not let him. Amplified Bible Paul wanted to go into the [pagan] assembly, but the disciples would not let him. Christian Standard Bible Although Paul wanted to go in before the people, the disciples did not let him. Holman Christian Standard Bible Though Paul wanted to go in before the people, the disciples did not let him. American Standard Version And when Paul was minded to enter in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. Contemporary English Version Paul wanted to go out and speak to the people, but the Lord's followers would not let him. English Revised Version And when Paul was minded to enter in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. GOD'S WORD® Translation Paul wanted to go into the crowd, but his disciples wouldn't let him. Good News Translation Paul himself wanted to go before the crowd, but the believers would not let him. International Standard Version Paul wanted to go into the crowd, but the disciples wouldn't let him. Majority Standard Bible Paul wanted to go before the assembly, but the disciples would not allow him. NET Bible But when Paul wanted to enter the public assembly, the disciples would not let him. New Heart English Bible When Paul wanted to enter in to the people, the disciples did not allow him. Webster's Bible Translation And when Paul would have entered in to the people, the disciples suffered him not. Weymouth New Testament Then Paul would have liked to go in and address the people, but the disciples would not let him do so. World English Bible When Paul wanted to enter in to the people, the disciples didn’t allow him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd on Paul’s resolving to enter in to the populace, the disciples were not permitting him, Berean Literal Bible But of Paul intending to go in to the people, the disciples would not allow him. Young's Literal Translation And on Paul's purposing to enter in unto the populace, the disciples were not suffering him, Smith's Literal Translation And Paul wishing to come in to the people, the disciples suffered him not. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not. Catholic Public Domain Version Then, when Paul wanted to enter to the people, the disciples would not permit him. New American Bible Paul wanted to go before the crowd, but the disciples would not let him, New Revised Standard Version Paul wished to go into the crowd, but the disciples would not let him; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Paul wanted to go into the theatre, but the disciples stopped him. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And Paulus had wanted to enter the theater and the disciples restrained him. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when Paul wished to go in among the people, the disciples did not permit him. Godbey New Testament And Paul wishing to go in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not; Haweis New Testament But though Paul wished to go in to the people, the disciples would not permit him. Mace New Testament upon this Paul was bent upon going, to the populace, Weymouth New Testament Then Paul would have liked to go in and address the people, but the disciples would not let him do so. Worrell New Testament And, Paul purposing to enter in unto the people, the disciples were not permitting him. Worsley New Testament And when Paul would have gone in unto the people, the disciples would not let him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Riot in Ephesus…29Soon the whole city was in disarray. They rushed together into the theatre, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul’s traveling companions from Macedonia. 30 Paul wanted to go before the assembly, but the disciples would not allow him. 31Even some of Paul’s friends who were officials of the province of Asia sent word to him, begging him not to venture into the theatre.… Cross References Acts 21:12-14 When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. / Then Paul answered, “Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.” / When he would not be dissuaded, we quieted down and said, “The Lord’s will be done.” Acts 9:29 He talked and debated with the Grecian Jews, but they tried to kill him. Acts 14:19-20 Then some Jews arrived from Antioch and Iconium and won over the crowds. They stoned Paul and dragged him outside the city, presuming he was dead. / But after the disciples had gathered around him, he got up and went back into the city. And the next day he left with Barnabas for Derbe. Acts 17:5-9 The Jews, however, became jealous. So they brought in some troublemakers from the marketplace, formed a mob, and sent the city into an uproar. They raided Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas, hoping to bring them out to the people. / But when they could not find them, they dragged Jason and some other brothers before the city officials, shouting, “These men who have turned the world upside down have now come here, / and Jason has welcomed them into his home. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, named Jesus!” ... Acts 18:6 But when they opposed and insulted him, he shook out his garments and told them, “Your blood be on your own heads! I am innocent of it. From now on I will go to the Gentiles.” Acts 22:1-2 “Brothers and fathers, listen now to my defense before you.” / When they heard him speak to them in Hebrew, they became even more silent. Then Paul declared, Acts 23:12-15 When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. / More than forty of them were involved in this plot. / They went to the chief priests and elders and said, “We have bound ourselves with a solemn oath not to eat anything until we have killed Paul. ... Acts 24:5-6 We have found this man to be a pestilence, stirring up dissension among the Jews all over the world. He is a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes, / and he even tried to desecrate the temple; so we seized him. Acts 26:31-32 On their way out, they said to one another, “This man has done nothing worthy of death or imprisonment.” / And Agrippa said to Festus, “This man could have been released if he had not appealed to Caesar.” Acts 27:42-43 The soldiers planned to kill the prisoners so none of them could swim to freedom. / But the centurion, wanting to spare Paul’s life, thwarted their plan. He commanded those who could swim to jump overboard first and get to land. 2 Corinthians 11:23-27 Are they servants of Christ? (I am speaking as if I were out of my mind.) I am so much more: in harder labor, in more imprisonments, in worse beatings, in frequent danger of death. / Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. / Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was stoned, three times I was shipwrecked. I spent a night and a day in the open sea. ... 2 Timothy 4:16-17 At my first defense, no one stood with me, but everyone deserted me. May it not be charged against them. / But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion. Romans 15:31 Pray that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there, Matthew 10:16-18 Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. / But beware of men, for they will hand you over to their councils and flog you in their synagogues. / On My account you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles. John 16:2 They will put you out of the synagogues. In fact, a time is coming when anyone who kills you will think he is offering a service to God. Treasury of Scripture And when Paul would have entered in to the people, the disciples suffered him not. Paul. Acts 14:14-18 Which when the apostles, Barnabas and Paul, heard of, they rent their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out, … Acts 17:22-31 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… Acts 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. the disciples. 2 Samuel 18:2,3 And David sent forth a third part of the people under the hand of Joab, and a third part under the hand of Abishai the son of Zeruiah, Joab's brother, and a third part under the hand of Ittai the Gittite. And the king said unto the people, I will surely go forth with you myself also… 2 Samuel 21:17 But Abishai the son of Zeruiah succoured him, and smote the Philistine, and killed him. Then the men of David sware unto him, saying, Thou shalt go no more out with us to battle, that thou quench not the light of Israel. Jump to Previous Address Allow Appear Assembly Crowd Disciples Enter Entered Intending Liked Minded Paul Paul's Populace Purposing Suffered Suffering Wanted WishedJump to Next Address Allow Appear Assembly Crowd Disciples Enter Entered Intending Liked Minded Paul Paul's Populace Purposing Suffered Suffering Wanted WishedActs 19 1. The Holy Spirit is given by Paul's hands.8. The Jews blaspheme his doctrine, which is confirmed by miracles. 13. The Jewish exorcists, 16. are beaten by a man who had an evil spirit. 19. Conjuring books are burnt. 21. Demetrius, for love of gain, raises an uproar against Paul; 35. which is appeased by the town clerk. Paul wanted to go before the assembly Paul's desire to address the assembly reflects his boldness and commitment to the Gospel. This assembly was likely a gathering of the Ephesians stirred up by Demetrius, a silversmith who opposed Paul's teachings because they threatened the local idol-making industry. Paul's willingness to confront the crowd demonstrates his courage and echoes his previous actions in places like Lystra and Philippi, where he faced persecution (Acts 14:19, Acts 16:22-24). The assembly in Ephesus was a tumultuous gathering, and Paul's intent to speak shows his dedication to clarifying the truth of the Gospel, even in hostile environments. This mirrors Christ's own willingness to face opposition for the sake of truth (John 18:37). but the disciples would not allow him Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe Apostle Paul, a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles. In this context, he is in Ephesus, a major city in Asia Minor, where he has been preaching the Gospel. 2. The Disciples These are the followers of Jesus who are with Paul in Ephesus. They are concerned for his safety due to the uproar caused by his preaching. 3. The Assembly Refers to the gathering of people in Ephesus, which had become tumultuous due to the impact of Paul's message on the local economy and religious practices, particularly those related to the worship of Artemis. 4. Ephesus A significant city in the Roman province of Asia, known for its temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was a center of commerce and pagan worship. 5. The Uproar The disturbance was caused by the silversmiths, led by Demetrius, who were losing business because of Paul's message against idolatry, which threatened their trade of making silver shrines of Artemis. Teaching Points Courage in the Face of OppositionPaul’s desire to address the assembly shows his courage and commitment to the Gospel, even when facing danger. Believers are called to be bold in their faith, trusting God for protection and guidance. Wisdom and Discernment The disciples' decision to prevent Paul from entering the assembly highlights the importance of wisdom and discernment in ministry. Sometimes, the best course of action is to avoid unnecessary danger. Community and Accountability The early church functioned as a community where members looked out for one another. This passage encourages believers to be accountable and protective of each other in their spiritual journeys. Impact of the Gospel on Society The uproar in Ephesus illustrates how the Gospel can disrupt societal norms and economic structures. Christians should be prepared for resistance when the message of Christ challenges cultural idols.(30) When Paul would have entered in . . .--We almost see the impetuous zeal which urged the Apostle not to leave his companions to bear the brunt of the attack alone, and the anxious fear which made his friends eager to prevent a step which would probably endanger his own life without helping his friends. He refers probably to this when he speaks of having, as far as man was concerned, "fought with beasts at Ephesus" (1Corinthians 15:32); not that there was any actual danger of martyrdom in that form, but that the multitude in their fanatic rage presented as formidable an ordeal. So Ignatius (Ep. ad Rom. c. 3) speaks of himself as "fighting with wild beasts" (using the same word as St. Paul), and describes the soldiers who kept guard over him in his journey from Antioch to Rome as the "ten leopards" who were his companions.Verse 30. - Was minded to enter for would have entered, A.V. With the courage of a pure conscience, conscious of no wrong, and therefore fearing no wrong, Paul would have gone straight to the theatre, and cast in his lot with Gaius and Aristarchus; but the disciples, knowing the savage temper of the multitude, dissuaded him; and when their entreaties were backed by the magistrates, Paul thought it his duty to yield. To enter in unto the people. Αἰσελθεῖν, or προσελθεῖν εἰς ἐπὶ τὸν δῆμον or τῷ δήμῳ are phrases implying the intention of pleading his cause before them (see Schleusner and Kuinoel, on Acts 19:30). Parallel Commentaries ... Greek PaulΠαύλου (Paulou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. wanted βουλομένου (boulomenou) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 1014: To will, intend, desire, wish. Middle voice of a primary verb; to 'will, ' i.e. be willing. to go before εἰσελθεῖν (eiselthein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. assembly, δῆμον (dēmon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 1218: From deo; the public. [but] the οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. disciples μαθηταί (mathētai) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3101: A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. would not allow εἴων (eiōn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1439: To allow, permit, let alone, leave. Of uncertain affinity; to let be, i.e. Permit or leave alone. 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. 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