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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:

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:

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:

World English Bible
But this is what has been spoken through the prophet Joel:

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
But 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 Bible
But 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 Bible
But 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 Testament
But 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 thatwhich 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.…

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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: …

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Acts 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.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

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
Peter emphasizes that the events they are witnessing are not random or chaotic but are a fulfillment of prophecy. This phrase underscores the importance of prophecy in understanding God's plan and the continuity between the Old and New Testaments. It highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in revealing truth and fulfilling God's promises.

by the prophet Joel:
Peter references the prophet Joel, an Old Testament figure whose writings are part of the Minor Prophets. Joel's prophecy, found inJoel 2:28-32, speaks of the outpouring of the Spirit in the last days. This connection to Joel underscores the fulfillment of God's promises and the inauguration of a new era in salvation history. It also highlights the continuity of God's redemptive plan from the Old Testament to the New Testament. Joel's prophecy is significant because it points to the democratization of the Spirit, where all people, regardless of status, can receive the Spirit's power.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Peter
One 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 ofActs 2.

Teaching Points

Fulfillment of Prophecy
Acts 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.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Acts 2:16?

2.How does Acts 2:16 fulfill Joel's prophecy about the last days?

3.What role does the Holy Spirit play in Acts 2:16's fulfillment?

4.How can we discern true prophetic fulfillment in our lives today?

5.How does Acts 2:16 encourage us to trust God's promises?

6.In what ways can we prepare for the Holy Spirit's work in us?

7.How does Acts 2:16 fulfill Joel's prophecy in the Old Testament?

8.What is the significance of Peter quoting Joel in Acts 2:16?

9.How does Acts 2:16 relate to the concept of the Holy Spirit's outpouring?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 2?

11.Does Peter’s citation of Joel (Acts 2:16–21) truly match the original prophecy, or is it taken out of context?

12.What defines prophetic worship in religious practices?

13.What does "Drunk in the Spirit" mean?

14.What is Christian proselytization?

What Does Acts 2:16 Mean

No,

• Peter’s immediate “No,” answers the scoffers inActs 2:13 who mocked the apostles as “full of new wine.”

• Scripture draws clear lines between unbelief and Spirit-prompted understanding (1 Corinthians 2:14;Jude 1:18-19).

• “God is not a God of disorder but of peace” (1 Corinthians 14:33), so Peter rejects any idea that what just occurred was chaotic drunkenness.

This is

• Peter identifies the Pentecost phenomenon as the very event God promised, not an anomaly.

• Like Jesus declaring, “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:21), Peter says, in effect, “You’re witnessing prophecy unfolding.”

•Acts 3:18 reinforces that “God fulfilled what He foretold through all the prophets.”

What was spoken

• The phrase underscores the permanence of God’s spoken word; what He utters, He performs (Isaiah 55:11).

• Matthew consistently ties events to “what was spoken by the Lord through the prophet” (e.g.,Matthew 1:22; 2:15).

•Hebrews 1:1–2 affirms that God, who “spoke to our fathers through the prophets,” has now confirmed His word in Christ and, here, through the Spirit.

By the prophet Joel

• Peter anchors the moment inJoel 2:28-32, a literal promise of the outpouring of the Spirit.

• God’s prophets were “moved by the Holy Spirit” (2 Peter 1:21), guaranteeing reliability.

• Other prophets anticipated these days as well (Acts 3:24;Jeremiah 31:33-34), but Joel uniquely foretold the universal scope of the Spirit’s coming.

• The citation affirms continuity: the same God who spoke through Joel now acts through the risen Christ’s Spirit.

summary

Peter’s one-sentence introduction, “No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel” (Acts 2:16), refutes mockery, identifies the event as prophetic fulfillment, upholds the authority of God’s spoken word, and locates the source in Joel’s inspired prophecy. Pentecost is not confusion; it is the precise, promised moment when God’s Spirit begins to be poured out on all flesh, validating both Old Testament prophecy and the gospel preached by the apostles.

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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