Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: New Living Translation No, what you see was predicted long ago by the prophet Joel: English Standard Version But this is what was uttered through the prophet Joel: Berean Standard Bible No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: Berean Literal Bible But this is that having been spoken by the prophet Joel: King James Bible But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; New King James Version But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: New American Standard Bible but this is what has been spoken through the prophet Joel: NASB 1995 but this is what was spoken of through the prophet Joel: NASB 1977 but this is what was spoken of through the prophet Joel: Legacy Standard Bible but this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: Amplified Bible but this is [the beginning of] what was spoken of through the prophet Joel: Christian Standard Bible On the contrary, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: Holman Christian Standard Bible On the contrary, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: American Standard Version but this is that which hath been spoken through the prophet Joel: Contemporary English Version But this is what God told the prophet Joel to say, English Revised Version but this is that which hath been spoken by the prophet Joel; GOD'S WORD® Translation Rather, this is what the prophet Joel spoke about: Good News Translation Instead, this is what the prophet Joel spoke about: International Standard Version Rather, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: Majority Standard Bible No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: NET Bible But this is what was spoken about through the prophet Joel: New Heart English Bible But this is what has been spoken through the prophet Joel: Webster's Bible Translation But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel, Weymouth New Testament But that which was predicted through the Prophet Joel has happened: World English Bible But this is what has been spoken through the prophet Joel: Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBut this is that which has been spoken through the prophet Joel: Berean Literal Bible But this is that having been spoken by the prophet Joel: Young's Literal Translation 'But this is that which hath been spoken through the prophet Joel: Smith's Literal Translation But this is that spoken by the prophet Joel; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut this is that which was spoken of by the prophet Joel: Catholic Public Domain Version But this is what was spoken of by the prophet Joel: New American Bible No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: New Revised Standard Version No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel: Aramaic Bible in Plain English “But this is what was spoken by Joel, The Prophet:” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut this is that which was spoken of by the prophet Joel: Godbey New Testament but this is that which has been spoken by the prophet Joel; Haweis New Testament But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel; Mace New Testament but this is the accomplishment of what was said by the prophet Joel, Weymouth New Testament But that which was predicted through the Prophet Joel has happened: Worrell New Testament but this is that which was spoken through the prophet Joel: Worsley New Testament But this is that which was spoken of by the prophet Joel, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Peter Preaches to the Crowd…15These men are not drunk, as you suppose. It is only the third hour of the day! 16No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: 17‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.… Cross References Joel 2:28-32 And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. / Even on My menservants and maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days. / I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and columns of smoke. ... Matthew 3:11 I baptize you with water for repentance, but after me will come One more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire. John 14:16-17 And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever— / the Spirit of truth. The world cannot receive Him, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him. But you do know Him, for He abides with you and will be in you. John 16:7-15 But I tell you the truth, it is for your benefit that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you. / And when He comes, He will convict the world in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment: / in regard to sin, because they do not believe in Me; ... Luke 24:49 And behold, I am sending the promise of My Father upon you. But remain in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” Acts 1:4-5 And while they were gathered together, He commanded them: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift the Father promised, which you have heard Me discuss. / For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” Acts 10:44-46 While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard his message. / All the circumcised believers who had accompanied Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles. / For they heard them speaking in tongues and exalting God. Then Peter said, Romans 8:9 You, however, are controlled not by the flesh, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ. 1 Corinthians 12:13 For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. Galatians 3:14 He redeemed us in order that the blessing promised to Abraham would come to the Gentiles in Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. Ephesians 1:13-14 And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, / who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory. Hebrews 2:4 and was affirmed by God through signs, wonders, various miracles, and gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to His will. 1 Peter 1:12 It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, when they foretold the things now announced by those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Even angels long to look into these things. Isaiah 44:3 For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and currents on the dry ground. I will pour out My Spirit on your descendants, and My blessing on your offspring. Ezekiel 36:26-27 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will remove your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. / And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances. Treasury of Scripture But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; the prophet. Joel 2:28-32 And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: … Jump to Previous Joel Predicted ProphetJump to Next Joel Predicted ProphetActs 2 1. The apostles, filled with the Holy Spirit, and speaking various languages, 12. are admired by some, and derided by others; 14. whom Peter disproves; 37. he baptizes a great number who were converted; 41. who afterwards devoutly and charitably converse together; 43. the apostles working many miracles, 46. and God daily increasing his church. No, This phrase serves as a direct refutation or correction. Peter is addressing the crowd's misunderstanding of the events occurring at Pentecost, where some accused the apostles of being drunk. The use of "No" indicates a strong denial and sets the stage for a clarification based on Scripture. this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: Persons / Places / Events 1. PeterOne of Jesus' twelve apostles, Peter is the speaker in this passage. He stands up to address the crowd on the day of Pentecost, explaining the miraculous events they are witnessing. 2. The Prophet Joel An Old Testament prophet whose writings are being referenced by Peter. Joel's prophecy is about the outpouring of God's Spirit in the last days. 3. Pentecost A Jewish festival occurring fifty days after Passover. It is during this festival that the Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles, enabling them to speak in various languages. 4. Jerusalem The city where these events take place. It is significant as the center of Jewish worship and the location of the early Christian church's birth. 5. The Holy Spirit The third person of the Trinity, whose arrival and empowerment of the apostles is the central event of Acts 2. Teaching Points Fulfillment of ProphecyActs 2:16 highlights the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, demonstrating God's faithfulness and the continuity of His plan from the Old to the New Testament. The Role of the Holy Spirit The passage emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, equipping them for ministry and witness. Unity in Diversity The outpouring of the Spirit at Pentecost shows God's desire for unity among diverse peoples, as the apostles speak in various languages understood by all present. Boldness in Witness Peter's bold proclamation serves as an example for believers to confidently share their faith, trusting in the Spirit's empowerment. Living in the Last Days The reference to Joel's prophecy reminds believers that they are living in the "last days," a time to be vigilant and active in their faith. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek No,ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. this τοῦτό (touto) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it. is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. what τὸ (to) Article - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. was spoken εἰρημένον (eirēmenon) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 2046: Probably a fuller form of rheo; an alternate for epo in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. Speak or say. by διὰ (dia) Preposition Strong's 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive 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. prophet προφήτου (prophētou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 4396: From a compound of pro and phemi; a foreteller; by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet. Joel: Ἰωήλ (Iōēl) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2493: Joel, the Hebrew prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Joel, an Israelite. 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