Acts 15:20 net — but that we should write them a letter telling them to abstain from things defiled by idols and from sexual immorality…

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"but that we should write them a letter telling them to abstain from things defiled by idols and from sexual immorality and from what has been strangled and from blood."

— Acts 15:20, NET Bible

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Acts 15 — Context

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so that the rest of humanity may seek the Lord, namely, all the Gentiles I have called to be my own,’ says the Lord, who makes these things

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known from long ago.

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“Therefore I conclude that we should not cause extra difficulty for those among the Gentiles who are turning to God,

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but that we should write them a letter telling them to abstain from things defiled by idols and from sexual immorality and from what has been strangled and from blood.

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For Moses has had those who proclaim him in every town from ancient times, because he is read aloud in the synagogues every Sabbath.”

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Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to send men chosen from among them, Judas called Barsabbas and Silas, leaders among the brothers, to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas.

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They sent this letter with them: From the apostles and elders, your brothers, to the Gentile brothers and sisters in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia, greetings!

Acts 15:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Acts 15:20 say?
Acts 15:20 in the NET Bible reads: “but that we should write them a letter telling them to abstain from things defiled by idols and from sexual immorality and from what has been strangled and from blood.”
Where is Acts 15:20 in the Bible?
Acts 15:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 15, verse 20.
Who wrote Acts?
Acts is traditionally attributed to Luke. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of Acts about?
Acts is the sequel to Luke's Gospel — the story of how the message of the risen Jesus moved out from Jerusalem to Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. Through Peter, Paul, and many ordinary believers, the Holy Spirit builds the early church across the Roman world.
What are the major themes of Acts?
Acts explores themes including Holy Spirit, Mission, Church Growth, Persecution, Gospel to the Gentiles. These themes shape the meaning and context of Acts 15:20.
What translation should I read Acts 15:20 in?
Acts 15:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Acts 15:20?
Acts 15:20 reads (NET): “but that we should write them a letter telling them to abstain from things defiled by idols and from sexual immorality and from what has been strangled and from blood.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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