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Acts 8:18 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Acts 8:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 8 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money,”
Acts 8:18 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 8:18
Simon saw that 'through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given' - indicating visible manifestation. His response reveals an unregenerate heart: he viewed the Spirit's gift as purchasable power for personal gain. This exposes the sin of simony (buying spiritual office/power) and demonstrates that external religious profession doesn't guarantee internal transformation. Reformed theology sees Simon's mercenary spirit as evidence he was never truly converted - faith seeks God's glory, not personal advancement or power.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 8:18
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“who suppose that godliness is a means of gain. Withdraw yourself from such.{NU omits Withdraw yourself from such.}”
“cleanse the lepers{TR adds , raise the dead}”
“and took a present with him”
“he and all his company”
“to kill the souls who should not die”