Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Acts 8:2 Cross-References
Explore 15 cross-references for Acts 8:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 8 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him.”
Acts 8:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 8:2
That 'devout men' gave Stephen burial honors shows not all Jerusalem Jews opposed Christianity. Their 'great lamentation' demonstrated genuine grief over martyrdom of a godly man. Proper burial was important in Jewish culture, and these men risked association with the persecuted church. Reformed theology sees God's preserving grace even in persecution - maintaining a witness and testimony through these courageous men. Their devotion prefigures the many who would face opposition to honor Christ and His servants.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 8:2
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“which is beyond the Jordan”
“and all Israel had lamented him”
“in the land of Canaan. Abraham came to mourn for Sarah”
“there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout”
“and were consoling her”
“and no man lays it to heart; and merciful men are taken away”
“And the children of Israel wept for Moses in the plains of Moab thirty days: so the days of weeping and mourning for Moses were ended.”
“neither bemoan him; but weep sore for him who goes away; for he shall return no more”
“king of Judah: they shall not lament for him”
“they wept for Aaron thirty days”