Acts 2:45 cpdv — They were selling their possessions and belongings, and dividing them to all, just as any of them had need.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"They were selling their possessions and belongings, and dividing them to all, just as any of them had need. "

— Acts 2:45, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Acts 2 — Context

42

Now they were persevering in the doctrine of the Apostles, and in the communion of the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers.

43

And fear developed in every soul. Also, many miracles and signs were accomplished by the Apostles in Jerusalem. And there was a great awe in everyone.

44

And then all who believed were together, and they held all things in common.

45

They were selling their possessions and belongings, and dividing them to all, just as any of them had need.

46

Also, they continued, daily, to be of one accord in the temple and to break bread among the houses; and they took their meals with exultation and simplicity of heart,

47

praising God greatly, and holding favor with all the people. And every day, the Lord increased those who were being saved among them.

Acts 2:45 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Acts 2:45 say?
Acts 2:45 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “They were selling their possessions and belongings, and dividing them to all, just as any of them had need. ”
Where is Acts 2:45 in the Bible?
Acts 2:45 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 2, verse 45.
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 2:45.
What translation should I read Acts 2:45 in?
Acts 2:45 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 2:45?
Acts 2:45 reads (CPDV): “They were selling their possessions and belongings, and dividing them to all, just as any of them had need. ” 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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