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Acts 25:1 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Acts 25:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 25 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
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“Now when Festus was come into the province, after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem.”
Acts 25:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 25:1
Now when Festus was come into the province—Porcius Festus replaced Felix as procurator (Greek eparchos, ἔπαρχος), arriving in AD 59-60. The phrase after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem shows immediate political wisdom: Jerusalem's cooperation was essential for governing Judea. The verb anebe (ἀνέβη, ascended) is geographically accurate—Jerusalem sits at higher elevation—but also carries theological weight throughout Luke-Acts, as 'going up' to Jerusalem signals approaching destiny. Festus' prompt visit demonstrates administrative competence, but also exposed him to Jewish man...
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Cross-References for Acts 25:1
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“he asked what province he was from. When he understood that he was from Cilicia”
“that are in power among you go down with me, and if there is anything wrong in the man, let them accuse him.”
“he went up and greeted the assembly”
“And after those days we took up our carriages”
“he preached the Good News to all the cities”