Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then he gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision. And Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him eight days after his birth. Later Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve patriarchs. New Living Translation “God also gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision at that time. So when Abraham became the father of Isaac, he circumcised him on the eighth day. And the practice was continued when Isaac became the father of Jacob, and when Jacob became the father of the twelve patriarchs of the Israelite nation. English Standard Version And he gave him the covenant of circumcision. And so Abraham became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day, and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Berean Standard Bible Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Berean Literal Bible And He gave to him the covenant of circumcision; and thus he begat Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day, and Isaac Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. King James Bible And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat the twelve patriarchs. New King James Version Then He gave him the covenant of circumcision; and so Abraham begot Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac begot Jacob, and Jacob begot the twelve patriarchs. New American Standard Bible And He gave him the covenant of circumcision; and so Abraham fathered Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac fathered Jacob, and Jacob, the twelve patriarchs. NASB 1995 “And He gave him the covenant of circumcision; and so Abraham became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. NASB 1977 “And He gave him the covenant of circumcision; and so Abraham became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Legacy Standard Bible And He gave him the covenant of circumcision; and so Abraham was the father of Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac was the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Amplified Bible And God gave Abraham a covenant [a formal agreement to be strictly observed] of [which] circumcision [was the sign]; and so [under these circumstances] Abraham became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac [became the father] of Jacob, and Jacob [became the father] of the twelve patriarchs. Berean Annotated Bible Then God gave Abraham the covenant {diathēkēn} of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac (he will laugh) and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob (he grasps the heel), and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Christian Standard Bible And so he gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision. After this, he fathered Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve patriarchs. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then He gave him the covenant of circumcision. After this, he fathered Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day; Isaac did the same with Jacob, and Jacob with the 12 patriarchs.” American Standard Version And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. Contemporary English Version God said to Abraham, "Every son in each family must be circumcised to show you have kept your agreement with me." So when Isaac was eight days old, Abraham circumcised him. Later, Isaac circumcised his son Jacob, and Jacob circumcised his twelve sons. English Revised Version And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. GOD'S WORD® Translation "God gave Abraham circumcision to confirm his promise. So when Abraham's son Isaac was born, Abraham circumcised him on the eighth day. Isaac did the same to his son Jacob, and Jacob did the same to his twelve sons (the ancestors of our tribes). Good News Translation Then God gave to Abraham the ceremony of circumcision as a sign of the covenant. So Abraham circumcised Isaac a week after he was born; Isaac circumcised his son Jacob, and Jacob circumcised his twelve sons, the famous ancestors of our race. International Standard Version Later, God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision. Later, he fathered Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. Then Isaac fathered Jacob, and Jacob fathered the twelve patriarchs. NET Bible Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and so he became the father of Isaac and circumcised him when he was eight days old, and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. New Heart English Bible He gave him the covenant of circumcision. So Abraham became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day. Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve patriarchs. Webster's Bible Translation And he gave him the covenant of circumcision. And so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob, and Jacob begat the twelve patriarchs. Weymouth New Testament "Then He gave him the Covenant of circumcision, and under this Covenant he became the father of Isaac--whom he circumcised on the eighth day. Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve Patriarchs. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. World English Bible He gave him the covenant of circumcision. So Abraham became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day. Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve patriarchs. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd He gave to him a covenant of circumcision, and so he begot Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day, and Isaac [begot] Jacob, and Jacob—the twelve patriarchs; Berean Literal Bible And He gave to him the covenant of circumcision; and thus he begat Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day, and Isaac Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. Young's Literal Translation And He gave to him a covenant of circumcision, and so he begat Isaac, and did circumcise him on the eighth day, and Isaac begat Jacob, and Jacob -- the twelve patriarchs; Smith's Literal Translation And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so he begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac Jacob; and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he gave him the covenant of circumcision, and so he begot Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begot Jacob; and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. Catholic Public Domain Version And he gave him the covenant of circumcision. And so he conceived Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac conceived Jacob, and Jacob, the twelve Patriarchs. New American Bible Then he gave him the covenant of circumcision, and so he became the father of Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day, as Isaac did Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. New Revised Standard Version Then he gave him the covenant of circumcision. And so Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleGod gave Ab’raham the covenant of circumcision; and then Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat our twelve patriarchs. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he gave him the covenant of circumcision, and then he begot Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day and Isaac begot Jacob and Jacob begot our twelve fathers. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he gave him the covenant of circumcision, and thus he begot Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begot Jacob, and Jacob begot the twelve patriarchs. Godbey New Testament And He gave him the covenant of circumcision; and so he begat Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac, Jacob; and Jacob, the twelve patriarchs. Haweis New Testament And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so he begat Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. Mace New Testament at length he gave him the covenant of circumcision: accordingly Abraham circumcised his son Isaac eight days after he was born, Isaac was father of Jacob, who was father of the twelve patriarchs. Weymouth New Testament "Then He gave him the Covenant of circumcision, and under this Covenant he became the father of Isaac--whom he circumcised on the eighth day. Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve Patriarchs. Worrell New Testament And He gave him a covenant of circumcision; and so he begat Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac, Jacob; and Jacob, the twelve patriarchs. Worsley New Testament And He gave him the covenant of circumcision: and he begat Isaac, and circumcised him on the eighth day; and Isaac Jacob, and Jacob the twelve patriarchs. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Stephen's Address to the Sanhedrin…7‘But I will punish the nation that enslaves them,’ God said, ‘and afterward they will come forth and worship Me in this place.’ 8Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. 9Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him… Cross References Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, Genesis 17:10-11 This is My covenant with you and your descendants after you, which you are to keep: Every male among you must be circumcised. / You are to circumcise the flesh of your foreskin, and this will be a sign of the covenant between Me and you. Genesis 17:13-14 Whether they are born in your household or purchased, they must be circumcised. My covenant in your flesh will be an everlasting covenant. / But if any male is not circumcised, he will be cut off from his people; he has broken My covenant.” Romans 4:11 And he received the sign of circumcision as a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised. So then, he is the father of all who believe but are not circumcised, in order that righteousness might be credited to them. and Abraham became the father of Isaac Genesis 21:1-3 Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. / So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. / And Abraham gave the name Isaac to the son Sarah bore to him. Genesis 17:19 But God replied, “Your wife Sarah will indeed bear you a son, and you are to name him Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him. Hebrews 11:11-12 By faith Sarah, even though she was barren and beyond the proper age, was enabled to conceive a child, because she considered Him faithful who had promised. / And so from one man, and he as good as dead, came descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as countless as the sand on the seashore. and circumcised him on the eighth day. Genesis 21:4 When his son Isaac was eight days old, Abraham circumcised him, as God had commanded him. Genesis 17:12 Generation after generation, every male must be circumcised when he is eight days old, including those born in your household and those purchased from a foreigner—even those who are not your offspring. Leviticus 12:3 And on the eighth day the flesh of the boy’s foreskin is to be circumcised. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, Genesis 25:21-26 Later, Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. And the LORD heard his prayer, and his wife Rebekah conceived. / But the children inside her struggled with each other, and she said, “Why is this happening to me?” So Rebekah went to inquire of the LORD, / and He declared to her: “Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger.” … Romans 9:10-13 Not only that, but Rebecca’s children were conceived by one man, our father Isaac. / Yet before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad, in order that God’s plan of election might stand, / not by works but by Him who calls, she was told, “The older will serve the younger.” … Hebrews 11:20 By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning the future. and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Genesis 35:22-26 While Israel was living in that region, Reuben went in and slept with his father’s concubine Bilhah, and Israel heard about it. Jacob had twelve sons: / The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun. / The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin. … Exodus 1:1-4 These are the names of the sons of Israel who went to Egypt with Jacob, each with his family: / Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah; / Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin; … 1 Chronicles 2:1-2 These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, / Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. Genesis 17:9-14 God also said to Abraham, “You must keep My covenant—you and your descendants in the generations after you. / This is My covenant with you and your descendants after you, which you are to keep: Every male among you must be circumcised. / You are to circumcise the flesh of your foreskin, and this will be a sign of the covenant between Me and you. … Treasury of Scripture And he gave him the covenant of circumcision: and so Abraham begat Isaac, and circumcised him the eighth day; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat the twelve patriarchs. the covenant. Genesis 17:9-14 And God said unto Abraham, Thou shalt keep my covenant therefore, thou, and thy seed after thee in their generations… John 7:22 Moses therefore gave unto you circumcision; (not because it is of Moses, but of the fathers;) and ye on the sabbath day circumcise a man. Romans 4:10 How was it then reckoned? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. and so. Genesis 17:12 And he that is eight days old shall be circumcised among you, every man child in your generations, he that is born in the house, or bought with money of any stranger, which is not of thy seed. Genesis 21:1-4 And the LORD visited Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken… and Isaac. Genesis 25:21-26 And Isaac intreated the LORD for his wife, because she was barren: and the LORD was intreated of him, and Rebekah his wife conceived… 1 Chronicles 1:34 And Abraham begat Isaac. The sons of Isaac; Esau and Israel. Matthew 1:2 Abraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Judas and his brethren; and Jacob. Genesis 29:31-35 And when the LORD saw that Leah was hated, he opened her womb: but Rachel was barren… Genesis 30:1-24 And when Rachel saw that she bare Jacob no children, Rachel envied her sister; and said unto Jacob, Give me children, or else I die… Genesis 35:16,23-26 And they journeyed from Bethel; and there was but a little way to come to Ephrath: and Rachel travailed, and she had hard labour… patriarchs. Acts 2:29 Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. Hebrews 7:4 Now consider how great this man was, unto whom even the patriarch Abraham gave the tenth of the spoils. Jump to Previous Abraham Agreement Begat Birth Circumcise Circumcised Circumcision Covenant Eight Eighth Families Heads Isaac Israel Jacob Later Patriarchs Sign TwelveJump to Next Abraham Agreement Begat Birth Circumcise Circumcised Circumcision Covenant Eight Eighth Families Heads Isaac Israel Jacob Later Patriarchs Sign TwelveActs 7 1. Stephen, permitted to answer to the accusation of blasphemy,2. shows that Abraham worshipped God rightly, and how God chose the fathers, 20. before Moses was born, and before the tabernacle and temple were built; 37. that Moses himself witnessed of Christ; 44. and that all outward ceremonies were ordained to last but for a time; 51. reprehending their rebellion, and murdering of Christ, whom the prophets foretold. 54. Whereupon they stone Stephen to death, 59. who commends his soul to Jesus, and humbly prays for them. Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision The covenant of circumcision was a physical sign of the covenant between God and Abraham, marking the Jewish people as set apart for God. This covenant is first introduced in Genesis 17:10-14, where God commands Abraham to circumcise every male in his household. Circumcision served as a constant reminder of God's promises to Abraham, including the promise of numerous descendants and the land of Canaan. It was a significant act of obedience and faith, symbolizing the cutting away of sin and the dedication to a holy life. This covenant is foundational in understanding the identity and religious practices of the Israelites. and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day And Isaac became the father of Jacob and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe patriarch to whom God gave the covenant of circumcision, marking the beginning of a special relationship between God and Abraham's descendants. 2. Isaac The son of Abraham, who was circumcised on the eighth day as a sign of the covenant, continuing the lineage of God's chosen people. 3. Jacob The son of Isaac, who fathered the twelve patriarchs, forming the foundation of the twelve tribes of Israel. 4. The Twelve Patriarchs The sons of Jacob, who became the leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel, each tribe playing a significant role in the history of Israel. 5. Covenant of Circumcision A physical sign of the covenant between God and Abraham's descendants, symbolizing their unique relationship and commitment to God. Teaching Points The Significance of CovenantsCovenants in the Bible are sacred agreements that establish a relationship between God and His people. The covenant of circumcision was a physical sign of a deeper spiritual reality, reminding us of the importance of our commitments to God. Generational Faithfulness The passage highlights the importance of passing down faith and obedience through generations. Just as Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob were faithful, we are called to nurture and guide the next generation in their walk with God. Faith and Obedience Abraham's obedience in circumcising Isaac demonstrates the relationship between faith and action. Our faith should be evident in our obedience to God's commands. Spiritual Circumcision In the New Testament, circumcision is often used metaphorically to describe the cutting away of sin from our hearts. This calls us to examine our lives and ensure our hearts are aligned with God's will. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 7:8?2. How does Acts 7:8 illustrate God's covenant through circumcision with Abraham's descendants? 3. What significance does circumcision hold in understanding God's promises in Acts 7:8? 4. How does Genesis 17 relate to the covenant mentioned in Acts 7:8? 5. How can we apply the concept of covenant faithfulness in our daily lives? 6. What lessons on obedience and faith can we learn from Acts 7:8? 7. What is the significance of circumcision in Acts 7:8 for Christian identity today? 8. How does Acts 7:8 relate to God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants? 9. Why does Stephen mention circumcision in his speech in Acts 7:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 7? 11. How do a covenant and a contract differ? 12. How did Joshua lead the Israelites into the Promised Land? 13. Why would an all-powerful God require the physical sign of circumcision, and does this practice have non-biblical parallels (Genesis 17:10)? 14. Matthew 10:5-6 - Why did Jesus limit the disciples' preaching to Israel first, seemingly contradicting the later worldwide mission in Matthew 28:19? What Does Acts 7:8 Mean Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision• Genesis 17:9-11 records the moment: “Then God said to Abraham, ‘As for you, you must keep My covenant... Every male among you must be circumcised.’” • This covenant was a God-initiated, irreversible promise. It marked Abraham’s family as set apart, tying physical obedience to spiritual faith (Romans 4:11; Galatians 3:29). • Stephen, in Acts 7, reminds the Sanhedrin that Israel’s history begins with God’s grace, not human achievement. Abraham became the father of Isaac • Genesis 21:1-3 states, “The LORD attended to Sarah as He had said... Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age… Abraham named his son Isaac.” • Isaac’s birth proves God keeps time-stamped promises (Genesis 18:10,14). • Hebrews 11:11-12 draws a straight line from this birth to the multitude of believers God would eventually gather. Circumcised him on the eighth day • Genesis 21:4 echoes Acts 7:8: “When his son Isaac was eight days old, Abraham circumcised him, as God had commanded.” • The eighth-day pattern becomes law for Israel (Leviticus 12:3) and is later followed for John the Baptist (Luke 1:59) and Jesus (Luke 2:21). • Obedience on day eight shows prompt, trusting submission—no procrastination, no negotiation. Isaac became the father of Jacob • Genesis 25:24-26 details Jacob’s birth: “When her time came to give birth, there were twins… the second one grasping Esau’s heel; so he was named Jacob.” • Though second-born, Jacob receives the covenant line (Romans 9:10-13), reminding us that God chooses by grace, not custom. • Isaac’s role links two generations of promise: father (Abraham) to son (Jacob). Jacob of the twelve patriarchs • Genesis 35:22-26 lists Jacob’s twelve sons; Acts 7 calls them “the twelve patriarchs.” • These sons become the tribal heads of Israel (Exodus 1:1-7), etched into Scripture right through to Revelation 21:12, where their names sit on the gates of the New Jerusalem. • Stephen’s mention highlights God’s unfolding plan: one covenant, many generations, ultimately preparing for Messiah (Genesis 49:10; Luke 3:34). summary Acts 7:8 compresses centuries into one sentence, spotlighting God’s faithfulness. From the initial sign of circumcision with Abraham, to Isaac’s birth, to Jacob’s selection, and finally to the twelve patriarchs, every step confirms that the Lord keeps His promises, advances His redemptive plan through chosen families, and calls His people to quick, visible obedience. (8) And he gave him the covenant . . .--Here we trace an indirect reference to the charge that he had spoken "against the customs." He does not deny the specific charge that he had said that Jesus of Nazareth should change them. He probably had taught that the change was about to come. He does assert (1) that the covenant of circumcision followed on the promise to Abraham, and therefore was not the ground of his election, and so lays the foundation for St. Paul's argument in Galatians 3:17; (2) that, though part of a provisional, not of a permanent, system, it came from God's appointment, and therefore was to be spoken of with all reverence, and so he clears himself from the charge of blasphemy.The twelve patriarchs.--On the meaning of the word see Note on Acts 2:29. Here it is applied to the sons of Jacob, as being, each of them, the founder of a patria, or family. Verse 8. - Jacob the twelve for Jacob begat the twelve, A.V. He gave him the covenant of circumcision, subsequently to the gift of the land by promise. The argument suggested is apparently the same as St. Paul's in Romans 4:10-17.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek ThenΚαὶ (Kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [God] gave ἔδωκεν (edōken) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. [Abraham] αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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. [the] covenant διαθήκην (diathēkēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1242: From diatithemai; properly, a disposition, i.e. a contract. of circumcision, περιτομῆς (peritomēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 4061: Circumcision. From peritemno; circumcision. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [Abraham] became the father of ἐγέννησεν (egennēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1080: From a variation of genos; to procreate; figuratively, to regenerate. Isaac Ἰσαὰκ (Isaak) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2464: (Hebrew), Isaac, the patriarch. Of Hebrew origin; Isaac, the son of Abraham. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. circumcised περιέτεμεν (perietemen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4059: To cut around, circumcise. From peri and the base of tomoteros; to cut around, i.e. to circumcise. him 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. on the τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. eighth ὀγδόῃ (ogdoē) Adjective - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 3590: The eighth, one of eight, with seven others. From oktos; the eighth. day. ἡμέρᾳ (hēmera) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. And καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. Isaac [became the father of] Ἰσαὰκ (Isaak) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2464: (Hebrew), Isaac, the patriarch. Of Hebrew origin; Isaac, the son of Abraham. Jacob, Ἰακώβ (Iakōb) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2384: Of Hebrew origin; Jacob, the progenitor of the Israelites. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. Jacob Ἰακὼβ (Iakōb) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2384: Of Hebrew origin; Jacob, the progenitor of the Israelites. of the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative 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. twelve δώδεκα (dōdeka) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 1427: Twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to. From duo and deka; two and ten, i.e. A dozen. patriarchs. πατριάρχας (patriarchas) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3966: A patriarch, head or founder of a family. From patria and archo; a progenitor. Links Acts 7:8 NIVActs 7:8 NLT Acts 7:8 ESV Acts 7:8 NASB Acts 7:8 KJV Acts 7:8 BibleApps.com Acts 7:8 Biblia Paralela Acts 7:8 Chinese Bible Acts 7:8 French Bible Acts 7:8 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 7:8 He gave him the covenant of circumcision (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |
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