Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. New Living Translation When we heard this, we and the local believers all begged Paul not to go on to Jerusalem. English Standard Version When we heard this, we and the people there urged him not to go up to Jerusalem. Berean Standard Bible When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. Berean Literal Bible And when we had heard these things, both we and those of that place were begging him not to go up to Jerusalem. King James Bible And when we heard these things, both we, and they of that place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. New King James Version Now when we heard these things, both we and those from that place pleaded with him not to go up to Jerusalem. New American Standard Bible When we had heard this, we as well as the local residents began begging him not to go up to Jerusalem. NASB 1995 When we had heard this, we as well as the local residents began begging him not to go up to Jerusalem. NASB 1977 And when we had heard this, we as well as the local residents began begging him not to go up to Jerusalem. Legacy Standard Bible And when we had heard this, we as well as the local residents began begging him not to go up to Jerusalem. Amplified Bible Now when we had heard this, both we and the local residents began pleading with Paul trying to persuade him not to go up to Jerusalem. Berean Annotated Bible When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem (city of peace). Christian Standard Bible When we heard this, both we and the local people pleaded with him not to go up to Jerusalem. Holman Christian Standard Bible When we heard this, both we and the local people begged him not to go up to Jerusalem. American Standard Version And when we heard these things, both we and they of that place besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. Contemporary English Version After Agabus said this, we and the followers living there begged Paul not to go to Jerusalem. English Revised Version And when we heard these things, both we and they of that place besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. GOD'S WORD® Translation When we heard this, we and the believers who lived there begged Paul not to go to Jerusalem. Good News Translation When we heard this, we and the others there begged Paul not to go to Jerusalem. International Standard Version When we heard this, we and the people who lived there begged Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. NET Bible When we heard this, both we and the local people begged him not to go up to Jerusalem. New Heart English Bible When we heard these things, both we and the people of that place urged him not to go up to Jerusalem. Webster's Bible Translation And when we heard these things, both we, and they of that place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. Weymouth New Testament As soon as we heard these words, both we and the brethren at Caesarea entreated Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. World English Bible When we heard these things, both we and the people of that place begged him not to go up to Jerusalem. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd when we heard these things, we called on [him]—both we, and those of that place—not to go up to Jerusalem, Berean Literal Bible And when we had heard these things, both we and those of that place were begging him not to go up to Jerusalem. Young's Literal Translation And when we heard these things, we called upon him -- both we, and those of that place -- not to go up to Jerusalem, Smith's Literal Translation And when we heard these things, both we, and the nations, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhich when we had heard, both we and they that were of that place, desired him that he would not go up to Jerusalem. Catholic Public Domain Version And when we had heard this, both we and those who were from that place begged him not to go up to Jerusalem. New American Bible When we heard this, we and the local residents begged him not to go up to Jerusalem. New Revised Standard Version When we heard this, we and the people there urged him not to go up to Jerusalem. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when we had heard these words, both we and the natives of the place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And when we heard these words we begged of him, we and the people of that place, that he would not go to Jerusalem. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when we heard these things, we, and those of that place also, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. Godbey New Testament And when we heard these words, both we, and the citizens, exhorted him not to go up to Jerusalem. Haweis New Testament Then when we heard these things, both we and all who were in the place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem. Mace New Testament upon hearing this, we and some of the city intreated him not to go to Jerusalem. Weymouth New Testament As soon as we heard these words, both we and the brethren at Caesarea entreated Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. Worrell New Testament And, when we heard these things, both we and those of that place were beseeching him not to go up to Jerusalem. Worsley New Testament And when we heard these things, both we and those of the place intreated him not to go up to Jerusalem. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul Visits Philip the Evangelist…11Coming over to us, he took Paul’s belt, bound his own feet and hands, and said, “The Holy Spirit says: ‘In this way the Jews of Jerusalem will bind the owner of this belt and hand him over to the Gentiles.’ ” 12 When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. 13Then Paul answered, “Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.”… Cross References When we heard this, Acts 20:23-24 I only know that in town after town the Holy Spirit warns me that chains and afflictions await me. / But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace. 1 Thessalonians 3:4 Indeed, when we were with you, we kept warning you that we would suffer persecution; and as you know, it has come to pass. Acts 11:18 When they heard this, they had no further objections, and they glorified God, saying, “So then, God has granted even the Gentiles repentance unto life.” we and the people there Romans 15:30-31 Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me. / Pray that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there, 2 Corinthians 1:6-7 If we are afflicted, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which accomplishes in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we experience. / And our hope for you is sure, because we know that just as you share in our sufferings, so also you will share in our comfort. Philippians 1:7 It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart. For in my chains and in my defense and confirmation of the gospel, you are all partners in grace with me. pleaded with Paul Matthew 16:22-23 Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him. “Far be it from You, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to You!” / But Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me. For you do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.” Mark 8:32-33 He spoke this message quite frankly, and Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him. / But Jesus, turning and looking at His disciples, rebuked Peter and said, “Get behind Me, Satan! For you do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.” John 11:8 “Rabbi,” they replied, “the Jews just tried to stone You, and You are going back there?” not to go up to Jerusalem. Acts 19:21 After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.” Matthew 20:18-19 “Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes. They will condemn Him to death / and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. And on the third day He will be raised to life.” Luke 13:33 Nevertheless, I must keep going today and tomorrow and the next day, for it is not admissible for a prophet to perish outside of Jerusalem. Matthew 16:21-23 From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life. / Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him. “Far be it from You, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to You!” / But Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me. For you do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.” Luke 9:51-53 As the day of His ascension approached, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. / He sent messengers on ahead, who went into a village of the Samaritans to make arrangements for Him. / But the people there refused to welcome Him, because He was heading for Jerusalem. John 13:37-38 “Lord,” said Peter, “why can’t I follow You now? I will lay down my life for You.” / “Will you lay down your life for Me?” Jesus replied. “Truly, truly, I tell you, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times. John 18:10-11 Then Simon Peter drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus. / “Put your sword back in its sheath!” Jesus said to Peter. “Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given Me?” Treasury of Scripture And when we heard these things, both we, and they of that place, sought him not to go up to Jerusalem. besought. Acts 21:4 And finding disciples, we tarried there seven days: who said to Paul through the Spirit, that he should not go up to Jerusalem. Acts 20:22 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: Matthew 16:21-23 From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day… Jump to Previous Begged Begging Besought Caesarea Entreated Heard Hearing Jerusalem Local Paul Pleaded Request Residents Soon WordsJump to Next Begged Begging Besought Caesarea Entreated Heard Hearing Jerusalem Local Paul Pleaded Request Residents Soon WordsActs 21 1. Paul calls at the house of Philip, whose daughters prophesy.10. Agabus, foretelling what should befall him at Jerusalem, 13. he will not be dissuaded from going thither. 17. He comes to Jerusalem; 27. where he is apprehended, and in great danger, but by the chief captain is rescued; 37. and requests, and is permitted to speak to the people. When we heard this This phrase indicates the presence of a group, including the author, traditionally understood to be Luke. The "we" suggests that Luke was an eyewitness to these events. The context is a warning given by the prophet Agabus about the dangers awaiting Paul in Jerusalem. This reflects the early Christian practice of prophecy and the communal nature of decision-making in the early church. we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe apostle who is determined to go to Jerusalem despite warnings of danger. 2. The Disciples Fellow believers and companions of Paul who are concerned for his safety. 3. Jerusalem The city where Paul is headed, despite the prophecy of his impending suffering there. 4. Agabus A prophet who had earlier warned Paul of the dangers awaiting him in Jerusalem (Acts 21:10-11). 5. The Church in Caesarea The local body of believers who, along with Paul's companions, urge him not to go to Jerusalem. Teaching Points Courage in the Face of AdversityPaul exemplifies the courage to follow God's call, even when it leads to personal suffering. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's plan, even when it involves trials. The Role of Prophecy and Discernment Agabus' prophecy serves as a warning, not a prohibition. Christians should seek discernment to understand God's will, balancing prophetic insights with personal conviction. Community and Support The plea from the disciples highlights the importance of community in the Christian journey. Believers should support one another, offering counsel and prayer, while respecting individual callings. Commitment to God's Mission Paul's unwavering commitment to his mission challenges believers to prioritize God's purposes over personal safety or comfort. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 21:12?2. How does Acts 21:12 demonstrate the importance of heeding prophetic warnings today? 3. What can we learn from the disciples' response to Paul's determination in Acts 21:12? 4. How does Acts 21:12 connect with Jesus' teachings on sacrifice and commitment? 5. How should Acts 21:12 influence our willingness to face challenges for our faith? 6. In what ways can Acts 21:12 inspire us to support others in ministry? 7. Why did Paul ignore the warnings in Acts 21:12? 8. How does Acts 21:12 challenge our understanding of divine guidance? 9. What does Acts 21:12 reveal about Paul's commitment to his mission? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 21? 11. Why does Acts contradict Paul's letters in key details, such as his visits to Jerusalem? 12. Acts 21:17-26 - Does Paul's participation in Jewish purification rituals conflict with the New Testament teaching on salvation by faith alone? 13. Did Jesus cleanse the temple the same day he entered Jerusalem? Yes (Matthew 21:12) or No, he waited until the next day (Mark 11:1-17)? 14. In Luke 21:20-24, was Jesus prophesying the destruction of Jerusalem before it happened, or was this written after the fact? What Does Acts 21:12 Mean When we heard thisPaul’s traveling companions had just listened to Agabus the prophet foretell the hardships that awaited the apostle in Jerusalem (Acts 21:10-11). • “We” includes Luke, the author of Acts (Acts 16:10). His use of first-person pronouns reminds us that these accounts are eyewitness testimony (Luke 1:1-4). • The immediate reaction shows how prophetic warnings can stir the heart, just as the disciples reacted when Jesus predicted suffering (Matthew 16:21-22). • Hearing truth from God’s messenger calls believers to respond, and here the response is emotional and urgent (James 1:22-25). we and the people there The circle widens beyond Paul’s team to embrace the local believers in Caesarea (Acts 21:8). • This unity demonstrates the family nature of the church—traveling missionaries and settled saints share one heartbeat (Ephesians 4:1-6). • Their shared concern echoes how early Christians “were together and had everything in common” (Acts 2:44-46). • Spiritual kinship naturally expresses itself in mutual care, whether a long-time friend like Luke or new acquaintances in Philip’s house (Romans 12:10). pleaded with Paul The group moves from listening to pleading. • “Pleaded” signals earnest entreaty, not casual suggestion—similar to how the disciples implored Jesus in Gethsemane (Mark 14:32-40). • Their appeal was driven by love; true fellowship never stands aloof from another’s danger (1 John 3:17-18). • Yet pleading also reveals human limitation: they knew suffering was coming but struggled to accept God’s will in it (John 13:36-38). not to go up to Jerusalem The request is specific: avoid the place of predicted chains. • Well-intentioned advice can still clash with divine purpose. Peter once urged Jesus to avoid the cross, but was corrected (Matthew 16:23). • Paul’s own calling involved suffering for Christ’s name (Acts 9:15-16; 20:22-24). Turning back would violate his stewardship (1 Corinthians 9:16). • This tension highlights how believers must weigh even earnest counsel against God’s revealed mission (Proverbs 3:5-6). summary Acts 21:12 captures a moment when loving friends, alarmed by prophetic warning, urge Paul to sidestep danger. Their unity and compassion shine, yet the scene also exposes the challenge of aligning human concern with God’s sovereign plan. While the believers plead, Paul will press on, convinced that obedience matters more than safety—a truth consistent from Gethsemane to every faithful step of discipleship today. (12) Both we, and they of that place . . .--For the first time the courage even of the Apostle's companions began to fail, and St. Luke admits that he himself had joined in the entreaty. Could not they, who were less known, and therefore in less danger, go up without him, pay over the fund that had been collected among the Gentiles to St. James and the elders, and return to him at Caesarea? "They of that place" would of course include Philip and his daughters, and possibly, if he were still there, Cornelius and his friends, or, at any rate, those of the latter who were still residing in the city. They besought him, it will be noted, even with tears.Verse 12. - They of that place; οἱ ἐντόπιοι, a word found only here in the New Testament, and not found in the LXX. or the Apocrypha, but good classical Greek (for the sentiment, see ver. 4).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Whenὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. we heard ἠκούσαμεν (ēkousamen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. this, ταῦτα (tauta) Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it. we ἡμεῖς (hēmeis) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Plural Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. the [people] οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. there ἐντόπιοι (entopioi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1786: Belonging to the place, native, resident; subst: a citizen. From en and topos; a resident. pleaded with παρεκαλοῦμεν (parekaloumen) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 3870: From para and kaleo; to call near, i.e. Invite, invoke. [Paul] αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. not μὴ (mē) Adverb Strong's 3361: Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. to go up ἀναβαίνειν (anabainein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active Strong's 305: To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up. to εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. Jerusalem. Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 2419: Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine. 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