Acts 2:11 net — both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs– we hear them speaking in our own languages about the great deeds God has d…

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"both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs– we hear them speaking in our own languages about the great deeds God has done!”"

— Acts 2:11, NET Bible

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Acts 2 — Context

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And how is it that each one of us hears them in our own native language?

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Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and the province of Asia,

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Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene, and visitors from Rome,

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both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs– we hear them speaking in our own languages about the great deeds God has done!”

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All were astounded and greatly confused, saying to one another,“What does this mean?”

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But others jeered at the speakers, saying,“They are drunk on new wine!”

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Peter’s Address on the Day of Pentecost But Peter stood up with the eleven, raised his voice, and addressed them:“You men of Judea and all you who live in Jerusalem, know this and listen carefully to what I say.

Acts 2:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Acts 2:11 say?
Acts 2:11 in the NET Bible reads: “both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs– we hear them speaking in our own languages about the great deeds God has done!””
Where is Acts 2:11 in the Bible?
Acts 2:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 2, verse 11.
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 2:11.
What translation should I read Acts 2:11 in?
Acts 2:11 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 2:11?
Acts 2:11 reads (NET): “both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs– we hear them speaking in our own languages about the great deeds God has done!”” 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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