Acts 6:9 web — But some of those who were of the synagogue called "The Libertines," and of the Cyrenians, of the Alexandrians, and of…

World English Bible

"But some of those who were of the synagogue called "The Libertines," and of the Cyrenians, of the Alexandrians, and of those of Cilicia and Asia arose, disputing with Stephen."

— Acts 6:9, World English Bible

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Acts 6 — Context

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whom they set before the apostles. When they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.

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The word of God increased and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem exceedingly. A great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.

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Stephen, full of faith and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people.

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But some of those who were of the synagogue called "The Libertines," and of the Cyrenians, of the Alexandrians, and of those of Cilicia and Asia arose, disputing with Stephen.

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They weren't able to withstand the wisdom and the Spirit by which he spoke.

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Then they secretly induced men to say, "We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses and God."

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They stirred up the people, the elders, and the scribes, and came against him and seized him, and brought him in to the council,

Acts 6:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Acts 6:9 say?
Acts 6:9 in the World English Bible reads: “But some of those who were of the synagogue called "The Libertines," and of the Cyrenians, of the Alexandrians, and of those of Cilicia and Asia arose, disputing with Stephen.”
Where is Acts 6:9 in the Bible?
Acts 6:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 6, verse 9.
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 6:9.
What translation should I read Acts 6:9 in?
Acts 6:9 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 6:9?
Acts 6:9 reads (WEB): “But some of those who were of the synagogue called "The Libertines," and of the Cyrenians, of the Alexandrians, and of those of Cilicia and Asia arose, disputing with Stephen.” 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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