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Acts 28:17 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Acts 28:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 28 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Paul Preaches in Rome
“And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together: and when they were come together, he said unto them, Men and brethren, though I have committed nothing against the people, or customs of our fathers, yet was I delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the hands of the Romans.”
Acts 28:17 (KJV)
Historical Context for Acts 28:17
People Mentioned
Commentary on Acts 28:17
Paul's immediate action—after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together—demonstrates his 'to the Jew first' priority (Romans 1:16). His self-defense—I have committed nothing against the people, or customs of our fathers—refutes charges of apostasy from Judaism. Paul maintained that faith in Messiah Jesus represented true Judaism's fulfillment, not abandonment. The phrase 'customs of our fathers' (τὰ ἔθη τὰ πατρῴα) refers to ancestral traditions, which Paul honored where they didn't contradict Christ. His appeal to Rome resulted from Jewish opposition, not anti-Jewish sentiment.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 28:17
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“Neither against the law of the Jews, nor against the temple, nor against Caesar, have I sinned at all.”
“and will change the customs which Moses delivered to us.,For we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place, and shall change the customs which Moses delivered us.,,,,,,,,”
“I am standing before Caesar's judgment seat, where I ought to be tried. I have done no wrong to the Jews, as you also know very well.,Then said Paul, I stand at Caesar's judgment seat, where I ought to be judged: to the Jews have I done no wrong, as thou very well knowest.,,,,,,,,”
“from whom also I received letters to the brothers”
“Paul answered”
“arrested him”
“I was stolen away out of the land of the Hebrews”
“looking steadfastly at the council”
“and they begged him”
“they also presented Paul to him.”