Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The people took the young man home alive and were greatly comforted. New Living Translation Meanwhile, the young man was taken home alive and well, and everyone was greatly relieved. English Standard Version And they took the youth away alive, and were not a little comforted. Berean Standard Bible And the people were greatly relieved to take the boy home alive. Berean Literal Bible Then they brought the boy alive, and were not just a little comforted. King James Bible And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. New King James Version And they brought the young man in alive, and they were not a little comforted. New American Standard Bible They took away the boy alive, and were greatly comforted. NASB 1995 They took away the boy alive, and were greatly comforted. NASB 1977 And they took away the boy alive, and were greatly comforted. Legacy Standard Bible And they took away the boy alive, and were not a little comforted. Amplified Bible They took the boy [Eutychus] home alive, and were greatly comforted and encouraged. Christian Standard Bible They brought the boy home alive and were greatly comforted. Holman Christian Standard Bible They brought the boy home alive and were greatly comforted. American Standard Version And they brought the lad alive, and were not a little comforted. Contemporary English Version Then the followers took the young man home alive and were very happy. English Revised Version And they brought the lad alive, and were not a little comforted. GOD'S WORD® Translation The people took the boy home. They were greatly relieved that he was alive. Good News Translation They took the young man home alive and were greatly comforted. International Standard Version They took the young man away alive and were greatly relieved. NET Bible They took the boy home alive and were greatly comforted. New Heart English Bible They brought the boy in alive, and were greatly comforted. Webster's Bible Translation And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. Weymouth New Testament They had taken the lad home alive, and were greatly comforted. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd the people were greatly relieved to take the boy home alive. World English Bible They brought the boy in alive, and were greatly comforted. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they brought up the boy alive, and were comforted in no ordinary measure. Berean Literal Bible Then they brought the boy alive, and were not just a little comforted. Young's Literal Translation and they brought up the lad alive, and were comforted in no ordinary measure. Smith's Literal Translation And they brought the child living, and were not little comforted. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they brought the youth alive, and were not a little comforted. Catholic Public Domain Version Now they had brought the boy in alive, and they were more than a little consoled. New American Bible And they took the boy away alive and were immeasurably comforted. New Revised Standard Version Meanwhile they had taken the boy away alive and were not a little comforted. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they carried away the young man alive, and rejoiced over him exceedingly. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And they brought the youth alive, and they rejoiced over him greatly. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. Godbey New Testament And they led up the boy alive, and were comforted exceedingly. Haweis New Testament And they brought the lad alive, and were comforted exceedingly. Mace New Testament but the young man was brought in alive and well, to the joy of the whole assembly. As for us, we embark'd, and sail'd to Assos, Weymouth New Testament They had taken the lad home alive, and were greatly comforted. Worrell New Testament And they brought the boy alive, and were comforted in no ordinary measure. Worsley New Testament And they brought in the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Eutychus Revived at Troas…11Then Paul went back upstairs, broke bread, and ate. And after speaking until daybreak, he departed. 12And the people were greatly relieved to take the boy home alive. 13We went on ahead to the ship and sailed to Assos, where we were to take Paul aboard. He had arranged this because he was going there on foot.… Cross References 1 Kings 17:22 And the LORD listened to the voice of Elijah, and the child’s life returned to him, and he lived. 2 Kings 4:35 Elisha turned away and paced back and forth across the room. Then he got on the bed and stretched himself out over the boy again, and the boy sneezed seven times and opened his eyes. Luke 7:15 And the dead man sat up and began to speak! Then Jesus gave him back to his mother. John 11:43-44 After Jesus had said this, He called out in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” / The man who had been dead came out with his hands and feet bound in strips of linen, and his face wrapped in a cloth. “Unwrap him and let him go,” Jesus told them. Mark 5:41-42 Taking her by the hand, Jesus said, “Talitha koum!” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!” / Immediately the girl got up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). And at once they were utterly astounded. Matthew 9:25 After the crowd had been put outside, Jesus went in and took the girl by the hand, and she got up. Luke 8:54-55 But Jesus took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!” / Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat. John 5:21 For just as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom He wishes. Romans 8:11 And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you. 1 Corinthians 15:22 For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. 2 Corinthians 1:9-10 Indeed, we felt we were under the sentence of death, in order that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead. / He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us, Ephesians 2:5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved! Colossians 2:13 When you were dead in your trespasses and in the uncircumcision of your sinful nature, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our trespasses, Hebrews 11:35 Women received back their dead, raised to life again. Others were tortured and refused their release, so that they might gain a better resurrection. Revelation 1:18 the Living One. I was dead, and behold, now I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys of Death and of Hades. Treasury of Scripture And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted. they. Acts 20:10 And Paul went down, and fell on him, and embracing him said, Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him. were. Isaiah 40:1 Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God. 2 Corinthians 1:4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. Ephesians 6:22 Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that ye might know our affairs, and that he might comfort your hearts. Jump to Previous Alive Boy Comforted Greatly Home Little Measure Ordinary YoungJump to Next Alive Boy Comforted Greatly Home Little Measure Ordinary YoungActs 20 1. Paul goes to Macedonia, and thence to Troas.7. He celebrates the Lord's supper, and preaches. 9. Eutychus having fallen down dead is raised to life. 13. Paul continues his travels; 17. and at Miletum he calls the elders together, tells them what shall befall to himself, 28. commits God's flock to them, 29. warns them of false teachers, 32. commends them to God, 36. prays with them, and departs. And the people were greatly relieved This phrase highlights the emotional response of the community witnessing the miraculous event. In the context of Acts 20, Paul had been speaking to the believers in Troas, and a young man named Eutychus fell from a window and was presumed dead. The relief felt by the people underscores the communal nature of early Christian gatherings, where the well-being of each member was of significant concern. This relief also reflects the power of God working through Paul, affirming his apostolic authority and the truth of the Gospel message. The emotional response can be compared to other biblical instances where communities experienced relief after witnessing God's intervention, such as the Israelites' relief after crossing the Red Sea (Exodus 14). to take the boy home alive. Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe apostle who was preaching in Troas. His ministry was marked by deep teaching and miraculous events. 2. Eutychus A young man who fell asleep during Paul's long sermon, fell from a third-story window, and was presumed dead. 3. Troas A city in the northwest of Asia Minor where Paul was preaching. It was a significant location for early Christian gatherings. 4. The Disciples The believers gathered in Troas to hear Paul preach and who witnessed the miraculous event. 5. The Miracle Eutychus was revived by Paul after falling from the window, demonstrating God's power and mercy. Teaching Points The Power of God in the Early ChurchThe miraculous revival of Eutychus underscores the presence and power of God in the early church, affirming the truth of the Gospel message. The Importance of Community and Comfort The believers were "greatly comforted" by the miracle, highlighting the role of community in sharing both grief and joy. The Value of Perseverance in Faith Despite the tragic accident, the believers' faith was strengthened. This teaches us to persevere in faith even when circumstances seem dire. The Role of Miracles in Affirming Faith Miracles served to confirm the apostles' message and authority, encouraging believers to trust in God's power and promises. The Necessity of Spiritual Vigilance Eutychus' fall serves as a metaphor for spiritual drowsiness. Believers are encouraged to remain vigilant and attentive to God's Word. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 20:12?2. How does Acts 20:12 demonstrate God's power to restore life and hope? 3. What can we learn about community support from the people in Acts 20:12? 4. How does Acts 20:12 connect to other biblical miracles of restoration? 5. How can we apply the joy in Acts 20:12 to our daily lives? 6. What role does faith play in experiencing God's miracles, as seen in Acts 20:12? 7. What is the significance of Acts 20:12 in the context of early Christian miracles? 8. How does Acts 20:12 demonstrate the power of faith in the early church? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Acts 20:12? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 20? 11. Do apostles and prophets exist in today's church? 12. Numbers 20:12 - Why would a single act of disobedience prevent Moses and Aaron from entering the Promised Land, despite their lifelong dedication? 13. Deuteronomy 23:3 - How can the permanent exclusion of Ammonites and Moabites align with the story of Ruth, a Moabite woman in David's lineage? 14. What does the Bible say about ancestor worship? What Does Acts 20:12 Mean And the people– Luke focuses on the gathered believers in Troas (Acts 20:7). – Their shared worship mirrors earlier assemblies united in Jesus (Acts 2:42-47). – Like the crowd that witnessed Jairus’s daughter raised (Mark 5:40-42), this group experiences the power of God together, strengthening fellowship (Hebrews 10:24-25). were greatly relieved – Grief turns to joy, echoing Psalm 30:11-12 and Jesus’ promise in John 16:20. – God’s comfort arrives swiftly, just as when the widow at Nain’s sorrow became gladness (Luke 7:11-17). – The phrase underscores divine compassion for human distress (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). to take the boy home – Restoration is personal and practical; the family receives their son, recalling Elijah returning the revived child to his mother (1 Kings 17:23) and Elisha doing likewise (2 Kings 4:36-37). – Home becomes a testimony center, similar to the demoniac sent back to declare God’s works (Luke 8:39). – Paul’s ministry blesses households, a pattern also seen with Lydia (Acts 16:15, 34). alive – Physical life restored points to Christ, “the resurrection and the life” (John 11:25). – It previews the final resurrection hope proclaimed by Paul (1 Corinthians 15:20-22). – The miracle authenticates apostolic teaching, just as signs accompanied Peter (Acts 9:40-42). – It reminds believers that Jesus Christ is “the same yesterday and today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). summary Acts 20:12 records the congregation’s joyful relief after God, through Paul, raised Eutychus. Every phrase highlights community, comfort, domestic blessing, and resurrection power, assuring today’s believers that the Lord who restored one boy’s life continues to work mightily, turning sorrow into praise and confirming His Word as true and life-giving. Greek Andδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [the people] {were} greatly μετρίως (metriōs) Adverb Strong's 3357: Moderately, greatly, exceedingly. Adverb from a derivative of metron; moderately, i.e. Slightly. relieved παρεκλήθησαν (pareklēthēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 3870: From para and kaleo; to call near, i.e. Invite, invoke. to take ἤγαγον (ēgagon) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 71: A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce. 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. boy παῖδα (paida) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3816: Perhaps from paio; a boy, or, a girl, and a child; specially, a slave or servant. [home] alive. ζῶντα (zōnta) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2198: To live, be alive. A primary verb; to live. Links Acts 20:12 NIVActs 20:12 NLT Acts 20:12 ESV Acts 20:12 NASB Acts 20:12 KJV Acts 20:12 BibleApps.com Acts 20:12 Biblia Paralela Acts 20:12 Chinese Bible Acts 20:12 French Bible Acts 20:12 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 20:12 They brought the boy in alive (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |
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