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Acts 16:12 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Acts 16:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 16 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days. the chief: or, the first”
Acts 16:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 16:12
And from thence to Philippi—Luke's use of 'we' signals his presence on this second missionary journey, making this eyewitness testimony. Philippi was named after Philip II of Macedon (Alexander the Great's father). Luke emphasizes it is the chief city of that part of Macedonia (πρώτη τῆς μερίδος Μακεδονίας πόλις)—'first city of the district,' indicating regional prominence though not the provincial capital (Thessalonica held that honor).Critically, Philippi was a colony (κολωνία)—a Roman colonia established by Augustus after the Battle of Philippi (42 BC). Coloniae enjoyed ius Italicum (Italia...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 16:12
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“as you know”
“servants of Jesus Christ; To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi”
“and came to them at Troas in five days”
“being Romans.,And teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans.,,,,,,,,”
“begging him”