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Acts 8:23 Cross-References
Explore 17 cross-references for Acts 8:23 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 8 verse 23 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity.”
Acts 8:23 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 8:23
For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity. Peter's discernment reveals Simon's true spiritual condition—enslaved to sin despite outward profession, characterized by internal corruption and bondage.The metaphor gall of bitterness alludes to Deuteronomy 29:18, warning against idolatry producing poisonous root. Gall represents extreme bitterness, something toxic and deadly. Simon's heart contained poison, not new life—his faith was spurious, his profession merely external.Bond of iniquity indicates slavery. Despite outward belief and baptism (Acts 8:13), ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 8:23
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“to undo the bands of the yoke”
“His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself”
“and many be defiled by it;”
“Most certainly I tell you, everyone who commits sin is the bondservant of sin.,Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin.,,,,,,,,”
“disobedient”
“the God of Israel”
“that”
“truly I am your servant. I am your servant”
“but cast them down to Tartarus{Tartarus is another name for Hell}”
“the wormwood and the gall.”