New Testament · Book 44 of 66
Acts
28 chapters. Book overviews with themes and outlines are written and reviewed in Phase 2. Below are the records in the graph that draw primarily on this book.
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Acco
Acco, a port city in Asher, later known as Ptolemais. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Judges 1:31.
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Achaia
Achaia, a Roman province covering much of Greece, with Corinth as its capital. Mentioned in 10 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 18:12.
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Adramyttium
Adramyttium, a port city in Asia Minor, where Paul boarded a ship. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:2.
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Adriatic Sea
The Adriatic Sea, where Paul's ship was driven by a storm on his journey to Rome. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:27.
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Aeneas
Aeneas, paralyzed for eight years, was healed by Peter in Lydda. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 9:33.
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Agabus
Agabus, a prophet, foretold a famine and Paul's arrest in Jerusalem. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 11:28.
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Agrippa
Tetrarch Agrippa heard Paul's defense and found no grounds for his imprisonment. Mentioned in 12 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 25:13.
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Akeldama
Akeldama, also known as the Field of Blood or Potter's Field, was purchased with the money Judas received for betraying Jesus and used as a burial place for foreigners. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Matthew 27:7.
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Alexander
Alexander was a Jew whom the crowd put forward during the riot in Ephesus, but they shouted him down when they realized he was a Jew. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 19:33.
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Alexander
Alexander was a member of the high-priestly family in Jerusalem who was present during Peter and John's interrogation before the Sanhedrin. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 4:6.
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Alexandria
Alexandria, a significant port city in Egypt, played a role in Paul's journey to Rome. Mentioned in 4 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 6:9.
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Amphipolis
Amphipolis, a city in Macedonia, passed through by Paul and Silas. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 17:1.
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Ananias
Ananias, the high priest, presided over Paul's trial and ordered him to be struck on the mouth for his defense. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 23:2.
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Ananias
Ananias, along with his wife Sapphira, lied to the apostles about the proceeds from the sale of their property and faced divine judgment. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 5:1.
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Ananias of Damascus
Ananias was a disciple in Damascus, described by Paul as a devout observer of the law respected by the Jews there. Sent by the Lord in a vision, he overcame his fear of the persecutor, laid hands on Saul so that his sight returned, and baptized him.
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Annas
Annas, a high priest, played a significant role in the events surrounding Jesus' arrest, trial, and crucifixion, as well as in the early persecution of the apostles. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at Luke 3:2.
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Antioch
Antioch in Pisidia, a city visited by Paul on his missionary journeys. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 13:14.
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Antioch
Antioch on the Orontes was one of the great cities of the Roman world and the home of the first largely Gentile church. Believers were first called Christians there, Barnabas and Saul taught there for a year, and the church sent them out on the first missionary journey.
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Antipatris
Antipatris, a city where Paul was brought by soldiers during his journey to Caesarea. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 23:31.
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Apollonia
Apollonia, a city in Macedonia through which Paul passed on his way to Thessalonica. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 17:1.
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Apollos
Apollos, an eloquent and learned Jewish Christian from Alexandria, was an important figure in the early church who worked alongside Paul in spreading the gospel. Mentioned in 10 verses across 3 books, first at Acts 18:24.
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Aquila
Aquila, along with his wife Priscilla, was a Jewish Christian who worked as a tentmaker and played a significant role in the early church, partnering with Paul in his ministry. Mentioned in 6 verses across 4 books, first at Acts 18:2.
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Areopagus
The Areopagus, a hill in Athens where Paul addressed the philosophers and preached about the unknown God. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 17:19.
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Aristarchus
Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica, was a faithful companion of Paul during his missionary journeys and imprisonment. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at Acts 19:29.
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Asia
Asia, a Roman province in western Asia Minor, with Ephesus as its capital. Mentioned in 19 verses across 6 books, first at Acts 2:9.
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Assos
Assos, a seaport in Mysia where Paul met his companions during his third missionary journey. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 20:13.
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Athens
Athens, the intellectual and cultural center of ancient Greece, where Paul preached the gospel and addressed the Areopagus. Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 17:15.
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Attalia
Attalia, a seaport in Pamphylia, was visited by Paul and Barnabas. (Act.14.25) Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 14:25.
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Augustus
Augustus, also known as Caesar, was the Roman emperor during the time of Jesus' birth and early life (Luk.2.1; 3:1; Act.25.21, 25; 27:1). Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Luke 2:1.
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Bar-jesus
Bar-Jesus, also known as Elymas, was a Jewish sorcerer who tried to hinder Paul and Barnabas' ministry. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 13:6.
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Barnabas
Barnabas was a Levite from Cyprus named Joseph, whom the apostles called Son of Encouragement. He sold a field for the church, vouched for the newly converted Saul in Jerusalem, was sent to Antioch, brought Saul there to teach, and traveled with him on the first missionary journey.
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Bartholomew
Bartholomew was one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus. Mentioned in 4 verses across 4 books, first at Matthew 10:3.
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Beautiful Gate
The Beautiful Gate was a gate of the Jerusalem temple, where Peter healed a lame man. (Act.3.2, 10) Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 3:2.
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Berea
Berea was a city in Macedonia where Paul preached, and the home of Sopater, one of Paul's traveling companions. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 17:10.
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Bernice
Bernice, a Jewish princess and sister of King Agrippa II, heard Paul's defense. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 25:13.
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Bithynia
Bithynia, a region in Asia Minor, where Paul attempted to go but was prevented by the Holy Spirit. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 16:7.
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Blastus
Blastus, Herod's chamberlain, was persuaded by the people of Tyre and Sidon to help them gain the king's favor. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 12:20.
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Caesarea
Caesarea was the Roman administrative capital of Judea, a harbor city on the Mediterranean built by Herod the Great. Philip settled there, the centurion Cornelius lived there when Peter brought him the Gospel, and Paul was later held there for two years before his appeal to Caesar.
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Caphtor
Caphtor, identified as the island of Crete, was the original homeland of the Philistines and a place visited by the apostle Paul. Mentioned in 10 verses across 5 books, first at Deuteronomy 2:23.
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Cappadocia
Cappadocia was a region in Asia Minor where some early Christian believers lived. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 2:9.
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Cauda
Cauda was an island where the ship carrying Paul sought shelter during a storm on his journey to Rome. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:16.
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Cenchreae
Cenchreae was the eastern port of Corinth, where Paul had his hair cut in connection with a vow, and was the home of Phoebe, a deaconess of the church. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 18:18.
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Chios
Chios was an island in the Aegean Sea where Paul's ship stopped during his journey to Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:15.
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Cilicia
Cilicia, a province in southeast Asia Minor, was the birthplace of Paul and an area where he ministered to the early churches. Mentioned in 8 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 6:9.
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Claudius
Claudius was the Roman emperor during part of Paul's ministry. Mentioned in 11 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 11:28.
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Cnidus
Cnidus was a city on the southwest coast of Asia Minor, where Paul's ship stopped during his journey to Rome. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:7.
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Corinth
Corinth, an important city in ancient Greece, was the location of a Christian church to which Paul wrote two epistles. Mentioned in 8 verses across 4 books, first at Acts 18:1.
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Cornelius
Cornelius was a centurion of the Italian Regiment stationed at Caesarea, a devout and generous man who feared God. An angel told him to send for Peter, and while Peter preached in his house the Holy Spirit fell on Cornelius and everyone with him, and they were baptized.
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Cornelius and the first Gentile believers
A Roman centurion at Caesarea named Cornelius was told in a vision to send for Peter. Peter, prepared by his own vision at Joppa, went and preached, and the Holy Spirit fell on the whole Gentile household while he spoke. They were baptized, and the Jerusalem church concluded that God had granted repentance to the Gentiles as well.
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Cos
Cos was an island in the Aegean Sea where Paul's ship stopped during his return journey to Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 21:1.
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Crispus
Crispus, the synagogue leader in Corinth, believed in Jesus and was baptized by Paul. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 18:8.
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Cyrene
Cyrene, a city in North Africa, was the hometown of Simon, who carried Jesus' cross, and several early Christians mentioned in Acts. Mentioned in 7 verses across 4 books, first at Matthew 27:32.
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Damaris
Damaris was a woman who believed Paul's message in Athens and joined him. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 17:34.
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Damascus
Damascus is an ancient city of Syria, named in Genesis and throughout the history of Israel's kings and prophets. Saul of Tarsus was traveling there to arrest believers when the risen Jesus met him on the road, and in Damascus he was healed, baptized, and first proclaimed Jesus as the Christ.
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Demetrius
Demetrius, a silversmith in Ephesus, stirred up opposition against Paul because his preaching threatened the business of making shrines of Artemis. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 19:24.
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Derbe
Derbe, a city in Lycaonia, was visited by Paul during his missionary journeys. Mentioned in 4 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 14:6.
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Dionysius
Dionysius the Areopagite was one of the people who believed Paul's message when he preached in Athens. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 17:34.
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Drusilla
Drusilla, the Jewish wife of Felix, the Roman governor, was present when Paul spoke to Felix about faith in Christ. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 24:24.
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Ephesus
Ephesus, a major city in Asia Minor, was an important center for early Christianity and the recipient of one of Paul's epistles. Mentioned in 20 verses across 6 books, first at Acts 18:19.
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Erastus
Erastus was a companion of Paul who served as the city treasurer in Corinth. Mentioned in 3 verses across 3 books, first at Acts 19:22.
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Eutychus
Eutychus was a young man in Troas who fell from a window and was restored to life by Paul. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:9.
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Fair Havens
Fair Havens, a harbor on the island of Crete where Paul's ship stopped during his journey to Rome. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:8.
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Felix
Felix was a Roman governor of Judea who heard the case against Paul and kept him in custody for two years. Mentioned in 8 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 23:24.
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Festus
Porcius Festus succeeded Felix as the Roman governor of Judea and heard Paul's case, ultimately sending him to Rome for trial. Mentioned in 13 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 24:27.
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Forum of Appius
The Forum of Appius, a marketplace on the Appian Way, where Christians from Rome met Paul during his journey to the city as a prisoner. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 28:15.
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Gaius
Gaius, a Macedonian and traveling companion of Paul, was seized along with Aristarchus during the riot in Ephesus. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 19:29.
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Gaius
Gaius of Derbe accompanied Paul on his journey from Greece to Jerusalem, along with several others. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:4.
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Galatia
Galatia, a region in Asia Minor, was the recipient of Paul's epistle to the Galatians and was visited by Paul on his missionary journeys (Act.16.6; 18:23; 1Co.16.1; Galatians 1:2; 3:1; 6:18; 2Ti.4.10; 1Pe.1.1). Mentioned in 8 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 16:6.
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Gallio
Gallio, the Roman proconsul of Achaia, refused to judge Paul when the Jews brought charges against him in Corinth. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 18:12.
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Gamaliel
Gamaliel, a respected Pharisee and teacher of the law, was Paul's mentor and advised the Sanhedrin to be cautious in their treatment of the apostles. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 5:34.
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Herod
Herod Agrippa I was a king who persecuted the early church, killing James and imprisoning Peter. Mentioned in 6 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 12:1.
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Herod Antipas
Herod Antipas, a son of Herod the Great, ruled Galilee and Perea as tetrarch during the ministry of Jesus. He imprisoned and executed John the Baptist, was curious and uneasy about Jesus, and in Luke's account questioned and mocked Him during the Passion before sending Him back to Pilate.
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Iconium
Iconium, a city in Asia Minor where Paul preached the gospel. Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 13:51.
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Italy
Italy, a region in southern Europe, home to the Roman Empire. Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 10:1.
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James
James, father of Judas who was also know as Thaddaeus, one of the Twelve Apostles chosen by Jesus. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Luke 6:16.
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James son of Zebedee
James was a Galilean fisherman, the son of Zebedee and brother of John, called by Jesus while mending nets beside the Sea of Galilee. He was one of the three disciples present at the raising of Jairus's daughter and at the transfiguration, and Acts records that Herod Agrippa had him killed by the sword.
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James, brother of Jesus
James was a brother of Jesus who did not believe during the ministry, saw the risen Jesus according to Paul, and became a leading figure of the church in Jerusalem. He gave the decisive judgment at the Jerusalem council and is traditionally identified as the author of the letter of James.
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Jason
Jason was Paul's host in Thessalonica and a relative of Paul mentioned in his letter to the Romans. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 17:5.
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Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the city David made his capital and where Solomon built the temple. In the Gospels it is where Jesus taught in the temple, shared the Last Supper, was tried, crucified, and rose, and where the church was born at Pentecost.
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Joel
Joel, the son of Pethuel, was a prophet of Judah who delivered a message of judgment and hope. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Joel 1:1.
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John
John, a member of the high priest's family, was present during Peter and John's questioning before the Sanhedrin. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 4:6.
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John the apostle
John was a Galilean fisherman, the brother of James and son of Zebedee, called by Jesus beside the Sea of Galilee. With Peter and James he witnessed the raising of Jairus's daughter and the transfiguration, and Christian tradition identifies him with the disciple whom Jesus loved and with the author of the fourth Gospel.
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Joppa
Joppa, an ancient seaport on the Mediterranean coast, served as the main port for Jerusalem in biblical times. Mentioned in 14 verses across 5 books, first at Joshua 19:46.
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Joseph
Joseph, also called Barsabbas or Justus, was considered as a replacement for Judas among the apostles. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 1:23.
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Judas
Judas, also known as Barsabbas, was a prophet and respected leader in the Jerusalem church who accompanied Paul and Barnabas to Antioch. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 15:22.
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Judas
Judas the Galilean led a revolt against the Roman census during the time of Quirinius, governor of Syria. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 5:37.
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Judas
Judas was a Christian living on Straight Street in Damascus, where Saul (Paul) stayed after his conversion. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 9:11.
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Judas
Judas, also known as Lebbaeus or Thaddaeus, was one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ. Mentioned in 5 verses across 5 books, first at Matthew 10:3.
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Judas Iscariot
Judas Iscariot was one of the Twelve and, according to John, kept the group's money and stole from it. He agreed with the chief priests to hand Jesus over for thirty pieces of silver, identified Him with a kiss in Gethsemane, and afterward, filled with remorse, returned the money and took his own life.
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Julius
Julius, a centurion of the Augustan Cohort, was responsible for escorting Paul to Rome and showed him kindness during the journey. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 27:1.
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Justus
Titius Justus, a Gentile worshiper of God, hosted Paul in Corinth after he left the synagogue. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 18:7.
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Lasea
Lasea, a city near Fair Havens on the island of Crete (Act.27.8). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:8.
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Lod
Lod (Lydda), a city in the territory of Benjamin (1Ch.8.12), where Peter healed Aeneas (Act.9.32-35). Mentioned in 7 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Chronicles 8:12.
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Lucius
Lucius of Cyrene was a prophet and teacher in the church at Antioch who was involved in sending Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 13:1.
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Lycaonia
Lycaonia, a region in Asia Minor where Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel (Act.14.6, 11). Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 14:6.
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Lycia
Lycia, a region on the southwest coast of Asia Minor, passed by Paul on his journey to Rome (Act.27.5). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:5.
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Lydia
Lydia, a seller of purple goods from Thyatira, was converted by Paul in Philippi and hosted the church in her home. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 16:14.
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Lysias
Claudius Lysias, the Roman commander in Jerusalem, rescued Paul from a Jewish mob and sent him to Felix. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 23:26.
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Lystra
Lystra, a city in Lycaonia where Paul and Barnabas preached and Paul healed a lame man (Act.14.6-21). Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 14:6.
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Macedonia
Macedonia, a region in northern Greece where Paul preached the gospel and established churches (Act.16.9-12; 20:1-3). Mentioned in 25 verses across 7 books, first at Acts 16:9.
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Malta
Malta, an island in the Mediterranean Sea where Paul was shipwrecked on his journey to Rome (Act.28.1). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 28:1.
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Manaen
Manaen, a prophet and teacher, was part of the church at Antioch. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 13:1.
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Mark
Mark (also called John), Barnabas' cousin and Paul's companion, was the author of the Gospel of Mark. Mentioned in 10 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 12:12.
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Mary
Mary, the mother of John Mark, hosted a prayer meeting in her house. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 12:12.
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Matthias
Matthias was one of two men proposed to fill the place of Judas among the Twelve, having been with Jesus from the baptism of John to the ascension. After prayer and the casting of lots he was added to the eleven apostles. Acts does not record his later ministry.
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Matthias is chosen to replace Judas
Returning from the Mount of Olives after the ascension, about a hundred and twenty believers gathered in Jerusalem. Peter cited the Psalms about the vacancy left by Judas, two men who had been with Jesus from His baptism were proposed, and the lot fell to Matthias, who was added to the eleven.
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Miletus
Miletus, a city in Asia Minor where Paul met with the elders of the Ephesian church on his way to Jerusalem (Act.20.15, 17) and where Trophimus was left ill (2Ti.4.20). Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 20:15.
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Mitylene
Mitylene, a city on the island of Lesbos where Paul's ship stopped on his way to Jerusalem (Act.20.14). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:14.
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Mnason
Mnason, an early disciple from Cyprus, provided lodging for Paul and his companions when they arrived in Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 21:16.
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Mount of Olives
The Mount of Olives is the ridge east of Jerusalem across the Kidron Valley, facing the temple. David climbed it weeping in flight from Absalom, Zechariah placed the Lord's feet on it, and Jesus began the triumphal entry from it, taught the Olivet discourse on it, prayed in Gethsemane on its slope, and ascended from it.
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Myra
Myra was a city in Lycia, Asia Minor, where Paul's ship stopped on his journey to Rome as a prisoner. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:5.
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Mysia
Mysia was a region in northwest Asia Minor (modern Turkey) that Paul and his companions passed through on his second missionary journey. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 16:7.
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Neapolis
Neapolis was a port city in Macedonia where Paul landed on his first journey to Europe. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 16:11.
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Nicanor
Nicanor was one of the seven men chosen to assist the apostles in the early Jerusalem church. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 6:5.
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Nicolaus
Nicolaus was a proselyte from Antioch chosen as one of the seven deacons in the early church. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 6:5.
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Pamphylia
Pamphylia was a Roman province on the southern coast of Asia Minor, visited by Paul and Barnabas during their missionary journeys. Mentioned in 5 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 2:10.
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Paphos
Paphos was a city on the island of Cyprus, where Paul and Barnabas encountered a sorcerer and converted the proconsul to Christianity. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 13:6.
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Parmenas
Parmenas was one of the seven men chosen by the apostles to serve as deacons in the early church. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 6:5.
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Patara
Patara was a coastal city in Lycia (modern-day Turkey) where Paul changed ships during his journey to Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 21:1.
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Paul
Paul, first known as Saul of Tarsus, was a Pharisee who persecuted the church until the risen Jesus met him on the road to Damascus. He became the apostle to the Gentiles, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote the letters that make up much of the New Testament.
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Pentecost
On the day of Pentecost the Holy Spirit came upon the gathered disciples in Jerusalem with the sound of wind and tongues of fire, and they spoke in other languages. Peter preached that Jesus, crucified and risen, is Lord and Christ, and about three thousand were baptized.
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Perga
Perga was a city in Pamphylia (modern-day Turkey) where Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel during their first missionary journey. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 13:13.
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Peter
Peter, originally Simon, was a fisherman from Galilee whom Jesus called to follow Him and renamed Peter. He confessed Jesus as the Christ, denied Him during the trial, was restored after the resurrection, and preached the first sermon at Pentecost.
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Philip and the Ethiopian official
Sent by an angel to the road toward Gaza, Philip met an Ethiopian court official reading Isaiah 53 in his chariot. Starting from that passage Philip told him the good news about Jesus, and at the official's request Philip baptized him in water beside the road.
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Philip the evangelist
Philip was one of the seven chosen with Stephen to serve the Jerusalem church. Scattered by the persecution, he preached in Samaria, explained Isaiah 53 to an Ethiopian official on the road to Gaza and baptized him, and later settled in Caesarea, where Acts calls him the evangelist.
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Philippi
Philippi was a city in Macedonia where Paul founded a church and experienced persecution, imprisonment, and a miraculous deliverance. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at Acts 16:12.
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Phoenicia
Phoenicia was a region along the Mediterranean coast, north of Israel, known for its maritime trade and mentioned in the New Testament in connection with the spread of the gospel. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 11:19.
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Phoenix
Phoenix was a harbor on the island of Crete where the ship carrying Paul and other prisoners attempted to winter during their journey to Rome. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:12.
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Phrygia
Phrygia was a region in Asia Minor where Paul traveled and preached the gospel, and some of its inhabitants were present in Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 2:10.
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Pisidia
Pisidia was a mountainous region in Asia Minor where Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel during their first missionary journey. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 13:14.
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Pontus
Pontus was a region in Asia Minor along the Black Sea coast, home to Jewish inhabitants and early Christian converts. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 2:9.
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Priscilla
Priscilla, also known as Prisca, was a Jewish Christian and the wife of Aquila, who worked with Paul in his ministry and hosted a church in their home. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at Acts 18:2.
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Prochorus
Prochorus, one of the seven men chosen by the early church in Jerusalem to oversee the daily distribution of food to widows. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 6:5.
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Publius
Publius, the chief official of Malta, who hosted Paul and his companions for three days after their shipwreck on the island. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 28:7.
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Puteoli
Puteoli was a major port city in Italy where Paul stayed for seven days on his journey to Rome as a prisoner. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 28:13.
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Pyrrhus
Pyrrhus was a Berean who accompanied Paul on his journey to Asia. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:4.
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Repentance
Repentance is turning from sin back to God, a change of mind that shows itself in a changed life. The prophets called Israel to it, John the Baptist demanded fruit in keeping with it, and Jesus opened His ministry with the call to repent and believe the good news.
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Resurrection
Resurrection is God raising the dead to bodily life. The Old Testament glimpses it in Job, the Psalms, Isaiah, and Daniel; the Gospels narrate the raising of Jesus on the third day; and Paul calls Him the firstfruits, the first of a harvest that includes everyone who belongs to Him.
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Rhegium
Rhegium was a city in Italy where Paul's ship stopped on his journey to Rome (Act. 28:13). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 28:13.
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Rhoda
Rhoda was a servant girl in the house of Mary, the mother of John Mark, who recognized Peter's voice at the door. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 12:13.
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Rhodes
Rhodes was an island where Paul stopped during his journey to Jerusalem (Act. 21:1). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 21:1.
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Rome
Rome was the capital of the Roman Empire, where Paul was imprisoned and wrote several epistles (Act.28.16; Rom. 1:7). Mentioned in 21 verses across 4 books, first at John 11:48.
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Salamis
Salamis was a city on the island of Cyprus where Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel in the Jewish synagogues (Act.13.5). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 13:5.
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Salmone
Salmone was a promontory on the island of Crete that Paul's ship passed on his voyage to Rome (Act.27.7). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:7.
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Samos
Samos is an island in the Aegean Sea where Paul stopped during his third missionary journey (Act.20.15). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:15.
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Samothrace
Samothrace is an island in the Aegean Sea where Paul and his companions landed during his second missionary journey (Act.16.11). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 16:11.
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Sapphira
Sapphira, along with her husband Ananias, lied to the apostles about the proceeds from a property sale and died as a result. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 5:1.
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Sceva
Sceva was a Jewish chief priest whose seven sons attempted to exorcise demons in the name of Jesus, as mentioned in the book of Acts. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 19:14.
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Secundus
Secundus was a Thessalonian believer who accompanied Paul on his journey. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:4.
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Seleucia
Seleucia was the port city from which Paul and Barnabas sailed to Cyprus on their first missionary journey (Act.13.4). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 13:4.
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Sergius Paulus
Sergius Paulus, the proconsul of Cyprus, was an intelligent man who sought to hear the word of God and believed after witnessing Paul's confrontation with Elymas the sorcerer. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 13:7.
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Silas
Silas (or Silvanus) was a prominent member of the Jerusalem church who accompanied Paul on his second missionary journey and co-wrote some of his epistles. Mentioned in 16 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 15:22.
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Simeon
Simeon, also called Niger, was a prophet and teacher in the church at Antioch who was involved in sending Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 13:1.
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Simon
Simon was a tanner in Joppa who hosted the apostle Peter in his home. Mentioned in 5 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 8:13.
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Simon
Simon was a sorcerer in Samaria who believed and was baptized but later tried to buy the power of the Holy Spirit from the apostles. Mentioned in 4 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 8:9.
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Simon
Simon, also known as the Zealot, was one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus. Mentioned in 4 verses across 4 books, first at Matthew 10:4.
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Solomon's Portico
Solomon's Portico, a colonnade in the Jerusalem temple where the apostles gathered to teach (Act.3.11; 5:12). Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 3:11.
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Sopater
Sopater (or Sosipater) was a companion of Paul from Berea who accompanied him on his journey to Jerusalem and later sent greetings to the church in Rome. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 20:4.
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Sosthenes
Sosthenes was a synagogue ruler in Corinth who was beaten by a mob and later became a co-sender of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 18:17.
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Stephen
Stephen was one of seven men chosen by the Jerusalem church to oversee the daily distribution to widows, described as full of faith and the Holy Spirit. Accused of speaking against the temple, he retold Israel's history before the council and was stoned, praying for his killers as he died.
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Stephen's martyrdom
Stephen, one of seven men chosen to serve the Jerusalem church, worked wonders and debated in the synagogues until he was accused of speaking against the temple and the law. His defense retold Israel's story from Abraham to Solomon, he saw Jesus standing at God's right hand, and he was stoned while praying for his killers. A young man named Saul approved.
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Straight
Straight, a street in Damascus where Saul stayed in the house of Judas after his conversion (Act.9.11). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 9:11.
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Syracuse
Syracuse, a city on the island of Sicily where Paul's ship stopped for three days on his journey to Rome (Act.28.12). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 28:12.
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Syrtis
Syrtis, a dangerous area of shallow waters off the coast of Libya, feared by sailors (Act.27.17). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 27:17.
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Tabitha
Tabitha, also called Dorcas, was a beloved disciple in Joppa known for her charitable works, whom Peter raised from the dead. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 9:36.
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Tarsus
Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, known as the birthplace and early residence of the apostle Paul (Act.9.11, 30; 21:39; 22:3). Mentioned in 5 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 9:11.
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Tertullus
Tertullus was a lawyer hired by the Jewish authorities to accuse Paul before the Roman governor Felix. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Acts 24:1.
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The Great Commission
The risen Jesus commissioned His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to obey everything He commanded, with the promise that He is with them always.
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The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is God present and active among His people. He hovers over creation, fills prophets and craftsmen in the Old Testament, descends on Jesus at His baptism, is promised by Jesus as the Advocate, and comes on the church at Pentecost, giving power to witness, new birth, gifts, and fruit.
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The ascension of Jesus
Forty days after the resurrection, Jesus led His disciples out near Bethany, promised the Holy Spirit, and was taken up into heaven as they watched. Two messengers told them He would return in the same way.
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The church at Antioch
Believers scattered by the persecution after Stephen preached to Greeks in Antioch and many turned to the Lord. Jerusalem sent Barnabas, who brought Saul from Tarsus, and the two taught there for a year. In Antioch the disciples were first called Christians, and from Antioch the church later set apart Barnabas and Saul for their mission.
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The conversion of Paul
Saul of Tarsus, a Pharisee who had approved Stephen's death, set out to arrest believers in Damascus. Near the city a light from heaven threw him down and the risen Jesus spoke to him. Blind for three days, he was healed and baptized by a disciple named Ananias and began at once to proclaim Jesus in the synagogues.
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The council at Jerusalem
When some taught that Gentile believers must be circumcised to be saved, the church at Antioch sent Paul and Barnabas to Jerusalem. After debate Peter recalled Cornelius, Paul and Barnabas reported what God had done among the Gentiles, and James cited Amos to conclude that the Gentiles should not be burdened beyond a few essentials. A letter carried the decision back to Antioch.
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The covenant with David
When David wanted to build a house for God, God answered that He would build David a house: a descendant whose throne would be established forever, whom God would treat as a son. The promise outlasted David's failures and the fall of his kingdom.
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The healing at the Beautiful Gate
Going up to the temple to pray, Peter and John healed a man lame from birth in the name of Jesus. Peter preached that the God of Abraham had glorified His servant Jesus, the council arrested them, and the church prayed and was filled again with the Spirit and with boldness. The number of believers grew to about five thousand men.
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The promise of His return
As Jesus was taken up, two messengers promised that He would come back in the same way. Paul wrote that the Lord will descend, the dead in Christ will rise, and believers will be with Him forever. John saw a new heaven and a new earth where God dwells with His people and wipes away every tear, and the book closes with the prayer that the Lord Jesus come.
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Theophilus
Theophilus was the recipient of Luke's Gospel and the Book of Acts, likely a Christian of high social standing. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Luke 1:3.
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Thessalonica
Thessalonica, a prominent city in Macedonia, where Paul established a church and wrote two epistles to the believers (Act.17.1-9; 1Thess. 1:1; 2Thess. 1:1). Mentioned in 9 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 17:1.
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Theudas
Theudas was a Jewish rebel leader who was killed, and his followers scattered, by the Roman authorities. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 5:36.
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Three Taverns
Three Taverns, a staging post on the Appian Way, about 33 miles from Rome, where Paul was met by Roman Christians (Act.28.15). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 28:15.
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Thyatira
Thyatira, a city in Asia Minor, known for its dyeing industry and the home of Lydia, a convert of Paul (Act.16.14; Rev. 1:11; 2:18, 24). Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 16:14.
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Timon
Timon was one of the seven men chosen by the apostles to oversee the daily distribution of food to widows in the early church. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 6:5.
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Timothy
Timothy was a young disciple and co-worker of Paul, who accompanied him on his missionary journeys and later served as a pastor. Mentioned in 24 verses across 12 books, first at Acts 16:1.
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Troas
Troas, a city in Asia Minor, where Paul had a vision of a man urging him to come to Macedonia, and where he later preached and raised Eutychus from the dead (Act.16.8-11; 20:5-12; 2Cor. 2:12; 2Tim. 4:13). Mentioned in 6 verses across 3 books, first at Acts 16:8.
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Trogyllium
Trogyllium, a coastal town near Ephesus, where Paul's ship anchored during his journey to Jerusalem (Act.20.15). Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 20:15.
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Trophimus
Trophimus was a Gentile Christian from Ephesus who accompanied Paul on his missionary journeys and was falsely accused of defiling the temple in Jerusalem. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Acts 20:4.
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Tychicus
Tychicus was a faithful companion of Paul who served as his messenger to the churches in Asia Minor. Mentioned in 5 verses across 5 books, first at Acts 20:4.
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Tyrannus
Tyrannus was a teacher in Ephesus who allowed Paul to use his lecture hall for daily discussions about the gospel. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Acts 19:9.
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