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Acts 5:28

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this man’s blood upon us.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

They said, 'Didn't we specifically tell you not to teach about Jesus? But look — you've literally filled all of Jerusalem with your message, and now you're trying to make us responsible for his death.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you're living your truth, don't expect everyone in power to be happy about it.

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