Acts 19:30 cpdv — Then, when Paul wanted to enter to the people, the disciples would not permit him.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Then, when Paul wanted to enter to the people, the disciples would not permit him. "

— Acts 19:30, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Acts 19 — Context

27

Thus, not only is this, our occupation, in danger of being brought into repudiation, but also the temple of the great Diana will be reputed as nothing! Then even her majesty, whom all of Asia and the world worships, will begin to be destroyed.”

28

Upon hearing this, they were filled with anger, and they cried out, saying, “Great is Diana of the Ephesians!”

29

And the city was filled with confusion. And having seized Gaius and Aristarchus of Macedonia, companions of Paul, they rushed violently, with one accord, into the amphitheater.

30

Then, when Paul wanted to enter to the people, the disciples would not permit him.

31

And some of the leaders from Asia, who were his friends, also sent to him, requesting that he not present himself in the amphitheater.

32

But others were crying out various things. For the assembly was in confusion, and most did not know the reason they had been called together.

33

So they dragged Alexander from the crowd, while the Jews were propelling him forward. And Alexander, gesturing with his hand for silence, wanted to give the people an explanation.

Acts 19:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Acts 19:30 say?
Acts 19:30 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Then, when Paul wanted to enter to the people, the disciples would not permit him. ”
Where is Acts 19:30 in the Bible?
Acts 19:30 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 19, verse 30.
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 19:30.
What translation should I read Acts 19:30 in?
Acts 19:30 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 19:30?
Acts 19:30 reads (CPDV): “Then, when Paul wanted to enter to the people, the disciples would not permit him. ” 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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