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◄ Acts 11:21►

New International Version
The Lord’s hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

New Living Translation
The power of the Lord was with them, and a large number of these Gentiles believed and turned to the Lord.

English Standard Version
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord.

Berean Standard Bible
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

Berean Literal Bible
Andthe hand ofthe Lord was with them, and a great number, having believed, turned to the Lord.

King James Bible
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord.

New King James Version
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed and turned to the Lord.

New American Standard Bible
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord.

NASB 1995
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord.

NASB 1977
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord.

Amplified Bible
And the hand (the power and presence) of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord [for salvation, accepting and drawing near to Jesus as Messiah and Savior].

Christian Standard Bible
The Lord’s hand was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Lord’s hand was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord.

American Standard Version
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number that believed turned unto the Lord.

Contemporary English Version
The Lord's power was with them, and many people turned to the Lord and put their faith in him.

English Revised Version
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number that believed turned unto the Lord.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The Lord's power was with his followers, and a large number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

Good News Translation
The Lord's power was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

International Standard Version
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

NET Bible
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord.

New Heart English Bible
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed and turned to the Lord.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord.

Weymouth New Testament
The power of the Lord was with them, and there were a vast number who believed and turned to the Lord.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

World English Bible
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed and turned to the Lord.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and the hand of the LORD was with them, a great number also, having believed, turned to the LORD.

Berean Literal Bible
Andthe hand ofthe Lord was with them, and a great number, having believed, turned to the Lord.

Young's Literal Translation
and the hand of the Lord was with them, a great number also, having believed, did turn unto the Lord.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the hand of the Lord was with them; and a great number having believed, turned to the Lord.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believing, were converted to the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the hand of the Lord was with them. And a great number believed and were converted to the Lord.

New American Bible
The hand of the Lord was with them and a great number who believed turned to the Lord.

New Revised Standard Version
The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number became believers and turned to the Lord.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And the hand of the LORD was with them: and a great number believed, and turned to the LORD.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And the hand of THE LORD JEHOVAH was with them, and many believed and were turned to THE LORD JEHOVAH.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord.

Godbey New Testament
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number having believed, turned to the Lord.

Haweis New Testament
And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a vast multitude believing, turned to the Lord.

Mace New Testament
and as the divine assistance accompany'd them, a great number of persons believed and became converts.

Weymouth New Testament
The power of the Lord was with them, and there were a vast number who believed and turned to the Lord.

Worrell New Testament
Andthe hand of the Lord was with them; and a great number who believed turned to the Lord.

Worsley New Testament
And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Church at Antioch
…20But some of them, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and began speaking to the Greeks as well, proclaiming the good news about the Lord Jesus.21 The hand of the Lord was with them,and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.22When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch.…

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Cross References

Acts 2:47
praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Acts 9:35
and all who lived in Lydda and Sharon saw him and turned to the Lord.

Acts 14:1
At Iconium, Paul and Barnabas went as usual into the Jewish synagogue, where they spoke so well that a great number of Jews and Greeks believed.

Acts 16:14
Among those listening was a woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.

Acts 18:10
For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.”

Acts 19:20
So the word of the Lord powerfully continued to spread and prevail.

Acts 20:21
testifying to Jews and Greeks alike about repentance to God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Acts 26:18
to open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among those sanctified by faith in Me.’

John 4:39-42
Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in Jesus because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me everything I ever did.” / So when the Samaritans came to Him, they asked Him to stay with them, and He stayed two days. / And many more believed because of His message. ...

John 12:32
And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw everyone to Myself.”

Luke 1:66
And all who heard this wondered in their hearts and asked, “What then will this child become?” For the Lord’s hand was with him.

Luke 24:45-47
Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. / And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, / and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.

Matthew 28:18-20
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. / Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, / and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Isaiah 60:3
Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

Treasury of Scripture

And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord.

the hand.

2 Chronicles 30:12
Also in Judah the hand of God was to give them one heart to do the commandment of the king and of the princes, by the word of the LORD.

Ezra 7:9
For upon the firstday of the first month began he to go up from Babylon, and on the firstday of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him.

Ezra 8:18
And by the good hand of our God upon us they brought us a man of understanding, of the sons of Mahli, the son of Levi, the son of Israel; and Sherebiah, with his sons and his brethren, eighteen;

and a.

Acts 11:24
For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.

Acts 2:47
Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.

Acts 4:4
Howbeit many of them which heard the word believed; and the number of the men was about five thousand.

turned.

Acts 9:35
And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord.

Acts 15:19
Wherefore my sentence is, that we trouble not them, which from among the Gentiles are turned to God:

Acts 26:18-20
To open their eyes,and to turnthem from darkness to light, andfrom the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me…

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Acts 11

1.Peter, being accused for preaching to the Gentiles,
5.makes his defense;
18.which is accepted.
19.The gospel being spread in Phoenicia, and Cyprus, and Antioch,
22.Barnabas is sent to confirm them.
26.The disciples are first called Christians at Antioch.
27.They send relief to the brothers in Judea in time of famine.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

The hand of the Lord was with them
This phrase signifies divine favor and empowerment. In biblical context, "the hand of the Lord" often represents God's power and presence actively working in the lives of His people (Exodus 9:3,Isaiah 41:10). Here, it indicates that the success of the early Christians in spreading the Gospel was not due to human effort alone but was a result of God's intervention. This aligns with the broader narrative of Acts, where the Holy Spirit guides and empowers the apostles (Acts 1:8). The phrase also echoes Old Testament instances where God's hand led Israel to victory and deliverance, suggesting continuity in God's redemptive work through Jesus Christ.

and a great number of people believed
The phrase highlights the effectiveness of the Gospel message when accompanied by divine power. The term "believed" implies more than intellectual assent; it denotes a deep, personal trust in Jesus Christ as Savior. This belief is transformative, leading to a new identity in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). The "great number" suggests a significant movement, indicating that the Gospel was breaking cultural and religious barriers, fulfilling Jesus' command to make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19). This growth is a testament to the work of the Holy Spirit in convicting hearts and drawing people to faith.

and turned to the Lord
This phrase emphasizes repentance and conversion, a turning away from sin and a turning towards God. In the cultural context of the early church, this often meant leaving behind pagan practices and idolatry, as well as a reorientation of life priorities. Turning to the Lord involves a commitment to follow Jesus and live according to His teachings (Luke 9:23). This transformation is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies about the nations coming to know the Lord (Isaiah 2:2-3). It also reflects the early church's mission to spread the Gospel beyond Jewish communities, as seen in the conversion of Gentiles inActs 10 and 11.

Persons / Places / Events

1.The Early Believers
These were the followers of Jesus who were scattered due to persecution. They traveled to various regions, including Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, spreading the message of Jesus Christ.

2.Antioch
A significant city in early Christianity, Antioch became a central hub for the spread of the Gospel to the Gentiles. It was here that the term "Christian" was first used to describe the followers of Christ.

3.The Hand of the Lord
This phrase signifies God's power and favor. In the context ofActs 11:21, it indicates divine support and blessing on the efforts of the believers as they shared the Gospel.

4.Conversion of Gentiles
The event of Gentiles turning to the Lord marks a pivotal moment in the early church, highlighting the expansion of the Gospel beyond Jewish communities.

5.Belief and Turning to the Lord
This describes the response of many people in Antioch who accepted the message of Jesus and committed their lives to Him.

Teaching Points

The Power of God's Hand
Recognize that the success of any ministry or evangelistic effort is dependent on the presence and power of God. We must seek His guidance and blessing in all our endeavors.

The Importance of Evangelism
The early believers were committed to sharing the Gospel, even in the face of persecution. We are called to be bold in our witness, trusting that God will work through us.

Inclusivity of the Gospel
The conversion of Gentiles in Antioch demonstrates that the Gospel is for all people, regardless of background. We should strive to reach out to diverse communities with the message of Christ.

Faith and Repentance
True belief in Jesus involves a turning away from sin and a commitment to follow Him. This transformation should be evident in our lives as we grow in faith.

Lists and Questions

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Pulpit Commentary

Verse 21.- That believed turned forbelieved and turned, A.V. and T.R.The hand of the Lord;i.e. his power working with them and through them. Compare the frequent phrase in the Old Testament, "with a mighty hand and a stretched out arm" (see tooActs 4:30;Luke 1:66).

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

[The] hand
χεὶρ(cheir)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5495:A hand.

of [the] Lord
Κυρίου(Kyriou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

was
ἦν(ēn)
Verb - Imperfect 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.

with
μετ’(met’)
Preposition
Strong's 3326:(a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.

them,
αὐτῶν(autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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
τε(te)
Conjunction
Strong's 5037:And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.

[a] great
πολύς(polys)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4183:Much, many; often.

number [of people]
ἀριθμὸς(arithmos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 706:A number, total. From airo; a number.

believed
πιστεύσας(pisteusas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4100:From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust.

[and] turned
ἐπέστρεψεν(epestrepsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1994:From epi and strepho; to revert.

to
ἐπὶ(epi)
Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

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.

Lord.
Κύριον(Kyrion)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

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