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Acts 1:9 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Acts 1:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 1 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight.”
Acts 1:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 1:9
A cloud received him out of their sight—The visible, bodily ascension confirmed Jesus' return to heavenly glory, echoing the cloud of God's presence (Shekinah) in Israel's wilderness wandering and Ezekiel's visions. Luke emphasizes the physical reality: disciples watched until Jesus disappeared, precluding allegorical interpretations. The ascension validates Christ's completed work, current heavenly intercession (Hebrews 7:25), and coming return. This 'cloud' recalls Daniel 7:13's 'Son of Man' coming with clouds—reversed at ascension but to be repeated at the Second Coming.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 1:9
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“and behold”
“and he lifted up his hands”
“after he had spoken to them”
“When he ascended on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men.{Psalm 68:18}”
“What and if ye shall see the Son of man ascend up where he was before?”
“Behold, I come to you in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with you, and may also believe you forever. Moses told the words of the people to Yahweh.”
“after he had given commandment through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen.”
“And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.”
“Come up here! They went up into heaven in the cloud”