KJV ORIGINAL
Then the priest of Jupiter, which was before their city, brought oxen and garlands unto the gates, and would have done sacrifice with the people.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The priest from Jupiter's temple right outside town showed up at the city gates with oxen and flower wreaths, ready to offer sacrifices along with everyone else.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Even the local priest thought Paul and Barnabas were worth worshipping — talk about a case of mistaken identity.
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