Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And you see and hear how this fellow Paul has convinced and led astray large numbers of people here in Ephesus and in practically the whole province of Asia. He says that gods made by human hands are no gods at all. New Living Translation But as you have seen and heard, this man Paul has persuaded many people that handmade gods aren’t really gods at all. And he’s done this not only here in Ephesus but throughout the entire province! English Standard Version And you see and hear that not only in Ephesus but in almost all of Asia this Paul has persuaded and turned away a great many people, saying that gods made with hands are not gods. Berean Standard Bible And you can see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. Berean Literal Bible And you⁺ see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul, having persuaded them, has turned away a great many people, saying that they are not gods being made by hands. King James Bible Moreover ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands: New King James Version Moreover you see and hear that not only at Ephesus, but throughout almost all Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are not gods which are made with hands. New American Standard Bible You see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away a considerable number of people, saying that gods made by hands are not gods at all. NASB 1995 “You see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away a considerable number of people, saying that gods made with hands are no gods at all. NASB 1977 “And you see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away a considerable number of people, saying that gods made with hands are no gods at all. Legacy Standard Bible And you see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away a considerable crowd, saying that things made with hands are not gods. Amplified Bible You see and hear that not only at Ephesus, but almost all over [the province of] Asia, this Paul has persuaded [people to believe his teaching] and has misled a large number of people, claiming that gods made by [human] hands are not really gods at all. Berean Annotated Bible And you⁺ can see and hear that not only in Ephesus (appealing), but in nearly the whole province of Asia, this Paul (humble) has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. Christian Standard Bible You see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this man Paul has persuaded and misled a considerable number of people by saying that gods made by hand are not gods. Holman Christian Standard Bible You both see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this man Paul has persuaded and misled a considerable number of people by saying that gods made by hand are not gods! American Standard Version And ye see and hear; that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they are no gods, that are made with hands: Contemporary English Version But you have surely seen and heard how this man Paul is upsetting a lot of people, not only in Ephesus, but almost everywhere in Asia. He claims that the gods we humans make are not really gods at all. English Revised Version And ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands: GOD'S WORD® Translation and you see and hear what this man Paul has done. He has won over a large crowd that follows him not only in Ephesus but also throughout the province of Asia. He tells people that gods made by humans are not gods. Good News Translation Now, you can see and hear for yourselves what this fellow Paul is doing. He says that hand-made gods are not gods at all, and he has succeeded in convincing many people, both here in Ephesus and in nearly the whole province of Asia. International Standard Version You also see and hear that, not only in Ephesus, but almost all over Asia, this man Paul has won over and taken away a large crowd by telling them that gods made by human hands are not gods at all. NET Bible And you see and hear that this Paul has persuaded and turned away a large crowd, not only in Ephesus but in practically all of the province of Asia, by saying that gods made by hands are not gods at all. New Heart English Bible You see and hear, that not at Ephesus alone, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are no gods, that are made with hands. Webster's Bible Translation Moreover, ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away many people, saying, that they are no gods which are made with hands. Weymouth New Testament and you see and hear that, not in Ephesus only but throughout almost the whole province of Asia, this fellow Paul has led away a vast number of people by inducing them to believe that they are not gods at all that are made by men's hands. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd you can see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. World English Bible You see and hear that not at Ephesus alone, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are no gods that are made with hands. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand you see and hear, that not only at Ephesus, but almost in all Asia, this Paul, having persuaded, turned away a great multitude, saying that they who are made by hands are not gods; Berean Literal Bible And you⁺ see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul, having persuaded them, has turned away a great many people, saying that they are not gods being made by hands. Young's Literal Translation and ye see and hear, that not only at Ephesus, but almost in all Asia, this Paul, having persuaded, did turn away a great multitude, saying, that they are not gods who are made by hands; Smith's Literal Translation And ye see and hear that not only Ephesus, but almost all Asia, this Paul having persuaded, changed a sufficient crowd, saying, that they are not gods made by hands: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd you see and hear, that this Paul by persuasion hath drawn away a great multitude, not only of Ephesus, but almost of all Asia, saying: They are not gods which are made by hands. Catholic Public Domain Version And you are seeing and hearing that this man Paul, by persuasion, has turned away a great multitude, not only from Ephesus, but from nearly all of Asia, saying, ‘These things are not gods which have been made by hands.’ New American Bible As you can now see and hear, not only in Ephesus but throughout most of the province of Asia this Paul has persuaded and misled a great number of people by saying that gods made by hands are not gods at all. New Revised Standard Version You also see and hear that not only in Ephesus but in almost the whole of Asia this Paul has persuaded and drawn away a considerable number of people by saying that gods made with hands are not gods. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleYou also hear and see that not only the Ephe’si- ans, but almost throughout all Asia Minor, this Paul has persuaded, and turned away many people simply by saying that gods made by the hands of men are not gods, Aramaic Bible in Plain English “You also hear and see that this Paulus has persuaded and turned away, not only the citizens of Ephesaus, but also the multitudes of all Asia, when he said, “Those are not gods which are made by the hands of men.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand you see and hear, that not only at Ephesus, but throughout almost the whole of Asia, this Paul, by his persuasions, has drawn away a great multitude, saying, that they which are made with hands are not gods. Godbey New Testament and you see and hear, that not only at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, that this Paul having persuaded them has turned away a great multitude, saying that there are no gods made with hands. Haweis New Testament and ye see and hear how not only at Ephesus, but almost through all Asia, this fellow Paul, by his persuasions, hath perverted a vast multitude, affirming that they are not gods which are made with hands: Mace New Testament yet your own eyes and ears have inform'd you, that not only at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul by his persuasions has turn'd the heads of a world of people, asserting, that these are Gods of our own making, and not really such. Weymouth New Testament and you see and hear that, not in Ephesus only but throughout almost the whole province of Asia, this fellow Paul has led away a vast number of people by inducing them to believe that they are not gods at all that are made by men's hands. Worrell New Testament And ye perceive and hear that, not only at Ephesus, but almost in all Asia, this Paul, having persuaded, turned away a great multitude, saying, that they are not gods that are made with hands. Worsley New Testament And ye see and hear, that not only at Ephesus, but in almost all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and perverted many people, saying, that they are no gods which are made by hands. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Riot in Ephesus…25Demetrius assembled the craftsmen, along with the workmen in related trades. “Men,” he said, “you know that this business is our source of prosperity. 26And you can see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. 27There is danger not only that our business will fall into disrepute, but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis will be discredited and her majesty deposed—she who is worshiped by all the province of Asia and the whole world.”… Cross References And you can see and hear Acts 22:15 You will be His witness to everyone of what you have seen and heard. Acts 4:20 For we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” 1 John 1:1-3 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our own eyes, which we have gazed upon and touched with our own hands—this is the Word of life. / And this is the life that was revealed; we have seen it and testified to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us. / We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And this fellowship of ours is with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ. that not only in Ephesus, 1 Corinthians 16:8-9 But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost, / because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me. Acts 18:19-21 When they reached Ephesus, Paul left Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue there and reasoned with the Jews. / When they asked him to stay for a while longer, he declined. / But as he left, he said, “I will come back to you if God is willing.” And he set sail from Ephesus. 1 Timothy 1:3 As I urged you on my departure to Macedonia, you should stay on at Ephesus to instruct certain men not to teach false doctrines but in nearly the whole province of Asia, 2 Timothy 1:15 You know that everyone in the Province of Asia has deserted me, including Phygelus and Hermogenes. 1 Corinthians 16:19 The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house. Revelation 1:4 John, To the seven churches in the province of Asia: Grace and peace to you from Him who is and was and is to come, and from the seven spirits before His throne, this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. Acts 17:4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, along with a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few leading women. Acts 18:4 Every Sabbath he reasoned in the synagogue, trying to persuade Jews and Greeks alike. 1 Thessalonians 1:9 For they themselves report what kind of welcome you gave us, and how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. 1 Corinthians 8:4 So about eating food sacrificed to idols: We know that an idol is nothing at all in the world, and that there is no God but one. Jeremiah 10:3-5 For the customs of the peoples are worthless; they cut down a tree from the forest; it is shaped with a chisel by the hands of a craftsman. / They adorn it with silver and gold and fasten it with hammer and nails, so that it will not totter. / Like scarecrows in a cucumber patch, their idols cannot speak. They must be carried because they cannot walk. Do not fear them, for they can do no harm, and neither can they do any good.” Psalm 115:4-8 Their idols are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. / They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; / they have ears, but cannot hear; they have noses, but cannot smell; … Isaiah 44:9-20 All makers of idols are nothing, and the things they treasure are worthless. Their witnesses fail to see or comprehend, so they are put to shame. / Who fashions a god or casts an idol which profits him nothing? / Behold, all his companions will be put to shame, for the craftsmen themselves are only human. Let them all assemble and take their stand; they will all be brought to terror and shame. … Treasury of Scripture Moreover you see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands: that not. Acts 19:10,18-20 And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks… 1 Corinthians 16:8,9 But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost… 1 Thessalonians 1:9 For they themselves shew of us what manner of entering in we had unto you, and how ye turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God; that they. Acts 14:15 And saying, Sirs, why do ye these things? We also are men of like passions with you, and preach unto you that ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God, which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein: Acts 17:29 Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device. Psalm 115:4-8 Their idols are silver and gold, the work of men's hands… made. Acts 19:35 And when the townclerk had appeased the people, he said, Ye men of Ephesus, what man is there that knoweth not how that the city of the Ephesians is a worshipper of the great goddess Diana, and of the image which fell down from Jupiter? Jump to Previous Almost Alone Asia Believe Ephesus Fellow Gods Hands Hear Inducing Led Moreover Paul Persuaded Province Throughout Turned Vast WholeJump to Next Almost Alone Asia Believe Ephesus Fellow Gods Hands Hear Inducing Led Moreover Paul Persuaded Province Throughout Turned Vast WholeActs 19 1. The Holy Spirit is given by Paul's hands.8. The Jews blaspheme his doctrine, which is confirmed by miracles. 13. The Jewish exorcists, 16. are beaten by a man who had an evil spirit. 19. Conjuring books are burnt. 21. Demetrius, for love of gain, raises an uproar against Paul; 35. which is appeased by the town clerk. And you can see and hear This phrase emphasizes the public and undeniable nature of the events taking place. The impact of Paul's ministry was visible and audible, suggesting a widespread and significant change in the community. This aligns with the biblical principle that the truth of the Gospel is evident and transformative (Matthew 5:14-16). that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe apostle who is central to the events in Acts 19. He is known for his missionary journeys and his role in spreading the Gospel to the Gentiles. In this passage, he is accused of persuading people to abandon idol worship. 2. Ephesus A major city in the Roman province of Asia, known for its temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ephesus was a center of commerce and pagan worship. 3. Province of Asia A Roman province in what is now western Turkey. It was a significant area for early Christian missionary activity. 4. Idol Makers Craftsmen in Ephesus who made their living by creating idols of Artemis. They were concerned about the economic impact of Paul's teachings. 5. Artemis A goddess worshiped in Ephesus, representing fertility and nature. Her temple was a central place of worship and economic activity in the city. Teaching Points The Futility of IdolatryIdolatry is not just the worship of physical idols but can also be anything that takes the place of God in our lives. We must examine our hearts for modern-day idols such as money, power, or status. The Power of the Gospel The Gospel has the power to transform lives and societies. Paul's message in Ephesus led to a significant cultural and economic shift, demonstrating the transformative power of the truth. Courage in Proclaiming Truth Paul’s boldness in preaching against idolatry, despite opposition, is a model for Christians today. We are called to stand firm in our faith and proclaim the truth, even when it is counter-cultural. Economic Impact of Faith True faith can have economic implications, as seen in the disruption of the idol-making trade. Christians are called to ethical business practices that honor God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 19:26?2. How does Acts 19:26 challenge us to confront idolatry in our lives? 3. What does Acts 19:26 reveal about the power of the Gospel to transform society? 4. How can we apply Paul's boldness in Acts 19:26 to our evangelism efforts? 5. In what ways does Acts 19:26 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 6. How can Acts 19:26 inspire us to stand firm against cultural pressures today? 7. How does Acts 19:26 challenge the belief in man-made idols? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Acts 19:26? 9. How does Acts 19:26 reflect the early Christian mission's impact on local economies? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 19? 11. Who were Priscilla and Aquila in the Bible? 12. 1 Corinthians 16:8–9 – If Paul faced “many adversaries” in Ephesus, where is the external historical evidence of this hostility? 13. In Acts 19:2-6, how credible is the claim that believers who were already baptized needed a second baptism for the Holy Spirit, and why wouldn't the first baptism suffice? 14. Who was Tyrannus in the Bible? What Does Acts 19:26 Mean And you can see and hear thatDemetrius appeals to undeniable, public evidence. Paul’s ministry wasn’t tucked away in a corner; lives were being changed in broad daylight. Much like in Acts 2:33, where the crowd could “see and hear” the Spirit’s work, and in Luke 7:22, where Jesus told John’s disciples to report what they had “seen and heard,” the proof here is firsthand. John 5:36 reminds us that visible works testify to divine truth, and the same pattern is unfolding in Ephesus. not only in Ephesus The impact had already spread beyond the city limits. Paul had invested heavily in this strategic hub (Acts 19:1; 1 Corinthians 16:9), but the gospel wouldn’t stay local. Ephesus served as a launchpad, echoing how the Lord often uses one faithful location to ripple truth outward. but in nearly the whole province of Asia Luke records that Paul taught daily for two years, so “all who lived in Asia heard the word of the Lord” (Acts 19:10). By the time John addresses the seven churches in Asia (Revelation 1:4), we see the fruit of that saturation. Colossians 1:6 notes the gospel was “bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole world”—Asia Minor included. this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away “Turn away” signals repentance. Acts 17:4, 14:15, and 1 Thessalonians 1:9 all show people abandoning old allegiances for the living God. Paul’s persuasion rested on Scripture and Spirit, not salesmanship (1 Corinthians 2:4–5). The sheer number converting threatened entrenched economic and religious systems. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all Paul’s message mirrored Isaiah 44:9–20 and Psalm 115:4–8: idols are lifeless, handcrafted frauds. 1 Corinthians 8:4 states flatly, “an idol is nothing in the world,” and Jeremiah 10:3–5 exposes their helplessness. By proclaiming one true Creator, Paul dismantled the theological foundation of Artemis worship and every other man-made deity. summary Acts 19:26 captures a clash between the unstoppable gospel and empty idols. Public evidence verified Paul’s ministry, the reach spread far beyond Ephesus, multitudes repented, and the exclusive claim of one true God toppled man-made religion. The verse reminds us that wherever Jesus is preached faithfully, visible transformation follows, idols crumble, and the kingdom advances. (26) Not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia.--The language of Demetrius, though, perhaps, betraying the exaggeration of alarm, confirms the statement of Acts 19:10 as to the extent of St. Paul's labours. Pliny, in his Epistle to Trajan (Epp. x. 96), uses language, half a century later, which is hardly less strong, speaking of "deserted temples," "worship neglected," "hardly a single purchaser" (rarissimus emptor) found for sacrificial victims.Saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands.--The wrath of the mob-leader makes him virtually commit himself to the opposite statement that the idol is the god. Philosophers might speak of symbolism and ideal representations, but this was, and always has been, and will be, the conclusion of popular idolatry. Verse 26. - And for moreover, A.V. We have here a wonderful testimony from an enemy to the power and efficacy of St. Paul's labors. Asia, here and in ver. 22, etc., means Proconsular Asia, of which Ephesus was the chief city. That they be no gods, etc. This is an incidental proof that St. Paul's success at Ephesus lay chiefly among the heathen, since we know from Acts 14:15-17; Acts 17:23, 24, etc., that this was exactly his style of preaching to Gentiles, quite different from his method with Jews.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Andκαὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [as] you see θεωρεῖτε (theōreite) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 2334: From a derivative of theaomai; to be a spectator of, i.e. Discern, (experience) or intensively (acknowledge). and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. hear, ἀκούετε (akouete) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. not οὐ (ou) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. only μόνον (monon) Adverb Strong's 3440: Alone, but, only. Neuter of monos as adverb; merely. in Ephesus, Ἐφέσου (Ephesou) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 2181: Ephesus, a coast city, capital of the Roman province Asia. Probably of foreign origin; Ephesus, a city of Asia Minor. but in ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. nearly σχεδὸν (schedon) Adverb Strong's 4975: Nearly, almost. Neuter of a presumed derivative of the alternate of echo as adverb; nigh, i.e. Nearly. the whole πάσης (pasēs) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. [province of] Asia, Ἀσίας (Asias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 773: Asia, i.e. Asia Minor, or only its western shore. Paul Παῦλος (Paulos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. has persuaded πείσας (peisas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3982: A primary verb; to convince; by analogy, to pacify or conciliate; reflexively or passively, to assent, to rely. a great number ἱκανὸν (hikanon) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2425: From hiko; competent, i.e. Ample or fit. of people ὄχλον (ochlon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3793: From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot. to turn away. μετέστησεν (metestēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3179: Methistano meth-is-tan'-o from meta and histemi; to transfer, i.e. Carry away, depose or exchange, seduce. He says λέγων (legōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. man-made [gods] γινόμενοι (ginomenoi) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. are εἰσὶν (eisin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. no οὐκ (ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. gods [at all]. θεοὶ (theoi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Links Acts 19:26 NIVActs 19:26 NLT Acts 19:26 ESV Acts 19:26 NASB Acts 19:26 KJV Acts 19:26 BibleApps.com Acts 19:26 Biblia Paralela Acts 19:26 Chinese Bible Acts 19:26 French Bible Acts 19:26 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 19:26 You see and hear that not at (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |
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