Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Acts 26:16 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Acts 26:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 26 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee;”
Acts 26:16 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 26:16
But rise, and stand upon thy feet—Christ's command echoes Ezekiel 2:1, where the prophet received his commission. The Greek ἀνάστηθι (anastēthi, stand up) and στῆθι (stēthi, stand) emphasize immediate obedience and readiness for service.I have appeared unto thee for this purpose (εἰς τοῦτο ὤφθην σοι)—Jesus declares Paul's Damascus Road encounter was purposeful, not accidental. To make thee a minister and a witness (ὑπηρέτην καὶ μάρτυρα)—The word ὑπηρέτης (hupēretēs) means 'under-rower,' a subordinate servant, while μάρτυς (martus) became the root of 'martyr.' Paul's apostleship derives directl...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 26:16
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“'The God of our fathers has appointed you to know his will”
“Daniel”
“Son of man”
“nor was I taught it”
“serving as a priest the Good News of God”
“Christ Jesus our Lord”
“and I laid before them the Good News which I preach among the Gentiles”
“the Lord stood by him”
“It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.”
“grounded and steadfast”