KJV ORIGINAL
Saying, Thou wentest in to men uncircumcised, and didst eat with them.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They were like, 'You went into the homes of non-Jewish people and actually ate meals with them?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes doing the right thing looks scandalous to everyone else.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The book of Acts was written by Luke, likely for a patron named Theophilus and a broader Gentile Christian audience, in the mid to late first century CE. It recounts the early church's expansion and the significant debate among believers regarding the inclusion of Gentiles without requiring adherence to Jewish law.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save