Acts 19:30 kjva — And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not."

— Acts 19:30, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Acts 19 — Context

27

So that not only this our craft is in danger to be set at nought; but also that the temple of the great goddess Diana should be despised, and her magnificence should be destroyed, whom all Asia and the world worshippeth.

28

And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.

29

And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul’s companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.

30

And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not.

31

And certain of the chief of Asia, which were his friends, sent unto him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre.

32

Some therefore cried one thing, and some another: for the assembly was confused; and the more part knew not wherefore they were come together.

33

And they drew Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alexander beckoned with the hand, and would have made his defence unto the people.

Acts 19:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Acts 19:30 say?
Acts 19:30 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not.”
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 (KJVA): “And when Paul would have entered in unto the people, the disciples suffered him not.” 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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