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24 There was here a silversmith named Deme’tri- us, who made silver shrines for Ar’temis, thus greatly enriching the craftsmen of his trade. 25 He called together all the craftsmen of his trade, with the workmen of like occupation, and said to them: Men, you know that all of our earnings are derived from this craft. 26 You 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, 27 So that not only is this craft doomed, but also the temple of the great goddess Ar’temis will be disregarded, and the goddess of all Asia Minor, even she whom all peoples worship, will be despised. Acts 19:24-27, Lamsa Bible. Public domain.
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