Acts 21:19
New International Version
Paul greeted them and reported in detail what God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

New Living Translation
After greeting them, Paul gave a detailed account of the things God had accomplished among the Gentiles through his ministry.

English Standard Version
After greeting them, he related one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Berean Standard Bible
Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Berean Literal Bible
And having greeted them, he began to relate, one by each, the things God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

King James Bible
And when he had saluted them, he declared particularly what things God had wrought among the Gentiles by his ministry.

New King James Version
When he had greeted them, he told in detail those things which God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

New American Standard Bible
After he had greeted them, he began to relate one by one the things which God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

NASB 1995
After he had greeted them, he began to relate one by one the things which God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

NASB 1977
And after he had greeted them, he began to relate one by one the things which God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Legacy Standard Bible
And after he had greeted them, he began to relate one by one the things which God did among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Amplified Bible
After greeting them, Paul began to give a detailed account of the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Christian Standard Bible
After greeting them, he reported in detail what God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
After greeting them, he related in detail what God did among the Gentiles through his ministry.

American Standard Version
And when he had saluted them, he rehearsed one by one the things which God had wrought among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Contemporary English Version
Paul greeted them and told how God had used him to help the Gentiles.

English Revised Version
And when he had saluted them, he rehearsed one by one the things which God had wrought among the Gentiles by his ministry.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After greeting them, Paul related everything God had done through his work with non-Jewish people.

Good News Translation
Paul greeted them and gave a complete report of everything that God had done among the Gentiles through his work.

International Standard Version
After greeting them, Paul related one by one the things that God had done among the gentiles through his ministry.

Majority Standard Bible
Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

NET Bible
When Paul had greeted them, he began to explain in detail what God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

New Heart English Bible
When he had greeted them, he reported one by one the things which God had worked among the non-Jewish people through his ministry.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when he had saluted them, he declared particularly what things God had wrought among the Gentiles by his ministry.

Weymouth New Testament
After exchanging friendly greetings, Paul told in detail all that God had done among the Gentiles through his instrumentality.

World English Bible
When he had greeted them, he reported one by one the things which God had worked among the Gentiles through his ministry.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having greeted them, he was expounding, one by one, each of the things God did among the nations through his ministry,

Berean Literal Bible
And having greeted them, he began to relate, one by each, the things God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Young's Literal Translation
and having saluted them, he was declaring, one by one, each of the things God did among the nations through his ministration,

Smith's Literal Translation
And having greeted them, he recounted to each one what things God had done among the nations through his service.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Whom when he had saluted, he related particularly what things God had wrought among the Gentiles by his ministry.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when he had greeted them, he explained each thing that God had accomplished among the Gentiles through his ministry.

New American Bible
He greeted them, then proceeded to tell them in detail what God had accomplished among the Gentiles through his ministry.

New Revised Standard Version
After greeting them, he related one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when we had saluted them, Paul told them in successive order everything that God had done among the Gentiles by his ministry.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And we gave them greeting and Paulus was reporting in order to them everything that God had done among the Gentiles by his ministry,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And when he had saluted them, he related, in every particular, the things which. God had done among the Gentiles by his ministry.

Godbey New Testament
And having saluted them, he related each one of those things which God did among the Gentiles through his ministry.

Haweis New Testament
And after embracing them, he related every particular of the things which God had done among the Gentiles by his ministry.

Mace New Testament
after having saluted them, he gave a particular account of what God had wrought by his ministry among the Gentiles.

Weymouth New Testament
After exchanging friendly greetings, Paul told in detail all that God had done among the Gentiles through his instrumentality.

Worrell New Testament
And, having saluted them, he narrated, one by one, each of the things God wrought among the gentiles through his ministry.

Worsley New Testament
And when he had saluted them, he gave a particular narrative of the things which God had done among the Gentiles by his ministry.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Arrival at Jerusalem
18The next day Paul went in with us to see James, and all the elders were present. 19 Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry. 20When 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.…

Cross References
Acts 14:27
When they arrived, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through them, and how He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles.

Acts 15:4
On their arrival in Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and apostles and elders, to whom they reported all that God had done through them.

Acts 15:12
The whole assembly fell silent as they listened to Barnabas and Paul describing the signs and wonders God had done among the Gentiles through them.

Acts 11:18
When they heard this, they had no further objections, and they glorified God, saying, “So then, God has granted even the Gentiles repentance unto life.”

Acts 13:12
When the proconsul saw what had happened, he believed, for he was astonished at the teaching about the Lord.

Acts 19:26
And you can see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all.

Acts 26:20
First to those in Damascus and Jerusalem, then to everyone in the region of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I declared that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds worthy of their repentance.

Acts 28:28
Be advised, therefore, that God’s salvation has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!”

Romans 15:18-19
I will not presume to speak of anything except what Christ has accomplished through me in leading the Gentiles to obedience by word and deed, / by the power of signs and wonders, and by the power of the Spirit of God. So from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.

Galatians 2:8
For the One who was at work in Peter’s apostleship to the circumcised was also at work in my apostleship to the Gentiles.

1 Corinthians 9:2
Even if I am not an apostle to others, surely I am to you. For you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord.

2 Corinthians 10:13-16
We, however, will not boast beyond our limits, but only within the field of influence that God has assigned to us—a field that reaches even to you. / We are not overstepping our bounds, as if we had not come to you. Indeed, we were the first to reach you with the gospel of Christ. / Neither do we boast beyond our limits in the labors of others. But we hope that as your faith increases, our area of influence among you will greatly increase as well, ...

Ephesians 3:6-8
This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are fellow heirs, fellow members of the body, and fellow partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus. / I became a servant of this gospel by the gift of God’s grace, given me through the working of His power. / Though I am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,

Colossians 1:6
that has come to you. All over the world this gospel is bearing fruit and growing, just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly understood the grace of God.

1 Thessalonians 1:9
For they themselves report what kind of welcome you gave us, and how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God


Treasury of Scripture

And when he had saluted them, he declared particularly what things God had worked among the Gentiles by his ministry.

he declared.

Acts 11:4
But Peter rehearsed the matter from the beginning, and expounded it by order unto them, saying,

Acts 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.

Acts 15:4,12
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…

by.

Acts 1:17
For he was numbered with us, and had obtained part of this ministry.

Acts 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.

2 Corinthians 12:12
Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds.

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Acts 21
1. Paul calls at the house of Philip, whose daughters prophesy.
10. Agabus, foretelling what should befall him at Jerusalem,
13. he will not be dissuaded from going thither.
17. He comes to Jerusalem;
27. where he is apprehended, and in great danger, but by the chief captain is rescued;
37. and requests, and is permitted to speak to the people.














Paul greeted them
The act of greeting here is more than a simple salutation; it is a gesture of fellowship and unity. In the Greek, the word used is "ἀσπάζομαι" (aspazomai), which implies a warm and affectionate welcome. This reflects the early Christian practice of embracing one another as family, transcending cultural and ethnic boundaries. Paul's greeting signifies his respect and love for the Jerusalem church leaders, emphasizing the unity of the body of Christ despite diverse backgrounds.

recounted one by one
The phrase "recounted one by one" indicates a detailed and methodical sharing of events. The Greek word "ἐκτίθημι" (ektithēmi) suggests a systematic presentation, akin to laying out evidence. This careful recounting underscores the importance of testimony in the early church. By sharing specific instances of God's work, Paul not only glorifies God but also strengthens the faith of the listeners, providing them with tangible evidence of the Gospel's power.

the things that God had done
This phrase highlights the divine agency in Paul's ministry. The Greek word "ποιέω" (poieō) for "done" emphasizes actions that are purposeful and effective. Paul attributes the success of his mission to God's direct intervention, reinforcing the belief that all achievements in ministry are ultimately the work of God. This acknowledgment serves as a reminder of the sovereignty and active presence of God in the spread of the Gospel.

among the Gentiles
The mention of "Gentiles" is significant in the context of the early church's mission. The Greek term "ἔθνος" (ethnos) refers to nations or peoples distinct from the Jewish community. Paul's ministry among the Gentiles fulfills the prophetic vision of the Gospel reaching all nations, as seen in Isaiah 49:6. This inclusion of the Gentiles marks a pivotal shift in salvation history, demonstrating the universal scope of God's redemptive plan.

through his ministry
The phrase "through his ministry" underscores the role of human agency in God's work. The Greek word "διακονία" (diakonia) for "ministry" conveys the idea of service and stewardship. Paul's ministry is portrayed as a conduit for God's actions, highlighting the partnership between divine initiative and human obedience. This serves as an inspiration for believers to faithfully serve as instruments of God's will, trusting that He works through their efforts to accomplish His purposes.

(19) He declared particularly . . .--Better, one by one, or, in detail, the adverb of the Authorised version having acquired in modern English a slightly different meaning. This must, it is obvious, have implied a narrative of considerable length, including an outline of all that had passed since the visit of Acts 18:22, and ending with an account of the contribution which he and his companions had brought with them from well-nigh all the churches of the Gentiles.

Verse 19. - Rehearsed one by one for declared particularly, A.V.; the things which for what things, A.V. The things which God had wrought, etc. (comp. Acts 15:12). It was a noble account to render. Since he had saluted the Church (Acts 18:22), when he had probably seen James last, he had labored at Antioch, in Galatia and Phrygia, and had wrought a mighty revolution in Asia. He had consolidated his work in Macedonia and Achaia; he had held his visitation of Gentile eiders in Miletus; he had visited Tyre, Ptolemais, and Caesarea, great Gentile cities, and had seen everywhere astonishing tokens of the grace of God which was with him. And now he pours his tale into the ears of the chief pastor of the mother Church of Jerusalem, and those of the Jewish elders. A tale of wonder indeed!

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[Paul] greeted
ἀσπασάμενος (aspasamenos)
Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 782: To greet, salute, pay my respects to, welcome. To enfold in the arms, i.e. to salute, to welcome.

them
αὐτοὺς (autous)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
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.

[and] recounted
ἐξηγεῖτο (exēgeito)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1834: To lead, show the way; met: I unfold, narrate, declare. From ek and hegeomai; to consider out, i.e. Rehearse, unfold.

one
ἓν (hen)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.

by
καθ’ (kath’)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

one
ἕκαστον (hekaston)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1538: Each (of more than two), every one. As if a superlative of hekas; each or every.

the things
ὧν (hōn)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Neuter Plural
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

God
Θεὸς (Theos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

had done
ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.

among
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τοῖς (tois)
Article - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Gentiles
ἔθνεσιν (ethnesin)
Noun - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 1484: Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one.

through
διὰ (dia)
Preposition
Strong's 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.

his
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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.

ministry.
διακονίας (diakonias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1248: Waiting at table; in a wider sense: service, ministration. From diakonos; attendance; figuratively aid, service.


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