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Acts 23:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then said Paul, I wist not, brethren, that he was the high priest: for it is written, Thou shalt not speak evil of the ruler of thy people.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Paul was like, 'Oh no, I had no idea he was the high priest! My bad, everyone. Scripture says you're not supposed to talk trash about your leaders.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even Paul had to check himself when he realized he'd disrespected someone in authority.

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