Acts 20:2 web — When he had gone through those parts, and had encouraged them with many words, he came into Greece.

World English Bible

"When he had gone through those parts, and had encouraged them with many words, he came into Greece."

— Acts 20:2, World English Bible

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Acts 20 — Context

1

After the uproar had ceased, Paul sent for the disciples, took leave of them, and departed to go into Macedonia.

2

When he had gone through those parts, and had encouraged them with many words, he came into Greece.

3

When he had spent three months there, and a plot was made against him by Jews as he was about to set sail for Syria, he determined to return through Macedonia.

4

These accompanied him as far as Asia: Sopater of Beroea; Aristarchus and Secundus of the Thessalonians; Gaius of Derbe; Timothy; and Tychicus and Trophimus of Asia.

5

But these had gone ahead, and were waiting for us at Troas.

Acts 20:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Acts 20:2 say?
Acts 20:2 in the World English Bible reads: “When he had gone through those parts, and had encouraged them with many words, he came into Greece.”
Where is Acts 20:2 in the Bible?
Acts 20:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 20, verse 2.
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 20:2.
What translation should I read Acts 20:2 in?
Acts 20:2 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 20:2?
Acts 20:2 reads (WEB): “When he had gone through those parts, and had encouraged them with many words, he came into Greece.” 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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