Acts 28:22 kjv — But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken ag…

King James Version

"But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against."

— Acts 28:22, King James Version

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Acts 28 — Context

19

But when the Jews spake against it, I was constrained to appeal unto Cesar; not that I had ought to accuse my nation of.

20

For this cause therefore have I called for you, to see you, and to speak with you: because that for the hope of Israel I am bound with this chain.

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And they said unto him, We neither received letters out of Judea concerning thee, neither any of the brethren that came shewed or spake any harm of thee.

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But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against.

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And when they had appointed him a day, there came many to him into his lodging; to whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God, persuading them concerning Jesus, both out of the law of Moses, and out of the prophets, from morning till evening.

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And some believed the things which were spoken, and some believed not.

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And when they agreed not among themselves, they departed, after that Paul had spoken one word, Well spake the Holy Ghost by Esaias the prophet unto our fathers,

Acts 28:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Acts 28:22 say?
Acts 28:22 in the King James Version reads: “But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against.”
Where is Acts 28:22 in the Bible?
Acts 28:22 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 28, verse 22.
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 28:22.
What translation should I read Acts 28:22 in?
Acts 28:22 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 28:22?
Acts 28:22 reads (KJV): “But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against.” 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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