But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles, and made their minds evil affected against the brethren.
But the Jewish people who weren't having it got the non-Jewish locals all worked up and turned them against the believers.
Some people will literally rally others just to hate on what you believe in.
📚 Historical Context
During Paul and Barnabas's first missionary journey, they preached in Iconium and saw both Jews and Gentiles respond to the gospel, leading to a growing number of believers. However, the unbelieving Jews became jealous and stirred up the Gentiles, poisoning their minds against the followers of Christ to hinder the spread of the message. This event reflects the broader cultural and religious conflicts in the early church as Christianity challenged established traditions in the Roman Empire.
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