Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Acts 6:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Acts 6:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 6 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Seven Chosen to Serve
“And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.”
Acts 6:1 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 6:1
The 'Grecians' (Hellenistic Jews) murmured against 'Hebrews' (Aramaic-speaking Jews) over widow care. Internal church conflict arose from cultural division. The 'daily ministration' indicates organized charitable distribution. This first recorded church conflict reveals that community life faces practical challenges.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 6:1
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“Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.”
“and distribution was made to each”
“And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.”
“they brought him into the upper chamber. All the widows stood by him weeping”
“brothers”
“and having favor with all the people. The Lord added to the assembly day by day those who were being saved.”
“and the number of the men came to be about five thousand.”
“of the stock of Israel”
“and raised her up. Calling the saints and widows”
“men of Cyprus and Cyrene”