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Acts 17:6 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Acts 17:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 17 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also;”
Acts 17:6 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 17:6
The accusation that Paul and Silas 'turned the world upside down' inadvertently testified to the gospel's revolutionary power. The phrase captures Christianity's cultural disruption—its message challenged social, political, and religious status quo. The enemies' recognition of global impact ('world') shows the movement's rapid spread.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 17:6
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“an instigator of insurrections among all the Jews throughout the world”
“they seized Paul and Silas”
“as concerning this sect”
“saying”
“Men of Israel, help! This is the man who teaches all men everywhere against the people, and the law, and this place. Moreover, he also brought Greeks into the temple, and has defiled this holy place!”
“He who remains in this city shall die by the sword”
“the elders”
“when Ahab saw Elijah”
“and then the end will come.”
“the Jews with one accord rose up against Paul and brought him before the judgment seat”