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Acts 17:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

While Paul was waiting for his friends in Athens, he felt deeply troubled inside when he looked around and saw the whole city was obsessed with worshipping fake gods and statues.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Paul's heart broke seeing a whole city chasing after things that couldn't save them.

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