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Acts 17:2 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Acts 17:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 17 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures,”
Acts 17:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 17:2
Paul's custom was reasoning with Jews 'out of the scriptures' for 'three sabbath days,' showing his systematic biblical approach. The verb 'reasoned' (Greek 'dialegomai') indicates dialogue and explanation, not mere assertion. This pattern of Scripture-based persuasion models how to engage minds while trusting the Spirit to convince hearts.
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Cross-References for Acts 17:2
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“and persuaded Jews and Greeks.”
“that he is the Son of God.”
“they proclaimed the word of God in the Jewish synagogues. They had also John as their attendant.”
“they went into the Jewish synagogue.”
“and so spoke that a great multitude both of Jews and of Greeks believed.”
“and in the marketplace every day with those who met him.”
“where he had been brought up. He entered”
“many people came to him at his lodging. He explained to them”
“I spoke openly to the world. I always taught in synagogues, and in the temple, where the Jews always meet. I said nothing in secret.,Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.,,,,,,,,”