|
6 the people attended with great unanimity, hearing his discourses, and observing the miracles he wrought. 7 for the impure spirits, with great outcries, came out of many that were possessed: many paralytic, and lame people were cured. 8 which caused great joy in that city. 9 One Simon was then resident in that place, who pretended to be something extra-ordinary, and by his magical practices had so enchanted the people of Samaria, 10 that they all followed him, both old and young, this man, said they, is the plenipotentiary of God. 11 no wonder they were so attach'd to one, who had for a long time infatuated them with his arts. 12 but when they had embraced the doctrine of Philip, concerning the kingdom of the Messias, and the authority of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women. 13 nay, Simon himself became a proselyte: and after he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and was transported at the sight of the miracles and prodigies which he perform'd. Acts 8:6-13, Mace New Testament. Public domain.
|
