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You've dragged these guys here, but they haven't stolen from temples or talked trash about your goddess.
Sometimes the accusations people throw around don't actually match what really happened.
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King James Version · EnglishFor ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches, nor yet blasphemers of your goddess.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the first century, Ephesus was a prosperous city in Asia Minor, renowned for its massive Temple of Artemis, which was a major religious and economic hub drawing worshippers and trade. Paul was preaching the Gospel there, which upset local silversmiths who made idols for Artemis, fearing it would ruin their business and lead to a riot. The town clerk, a civic official, addressed the crowd to defend Paul and his companions, stating they hadn't committed crimes like temple robbery or blasphemy against the goddess.