Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Acts 8:3 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Acts 8:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 8 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison.”
Acts 8:3 (KJV)
Historical Context for Acts 8:3
People Mentioned
Commentary on Acts 8:3
Saul 'made havock' (Greek elumaineto - to ravage or destroy) of the church with systematic violence. Going 'house to house' shows organized, thorough persecution. Haling 'men and women' to prison demonstrates the breadth of his assault on the church. This verse establishes Saul's credentials as 'chief of sinners' (1 Timothy 1:15), making his later conversion a supreme demonstration of sovereign grace. Reformed theology sees this as preparation for Paul's ministry - his firsthand knowledge of opposition would fuel compassion for the persecuted and magnify God's grace.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 8:3
Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
“a persecutor”
“who is not worthy to be called an apostle”
“how that beyond measure I persecuted the assembly of God”
“persecuting the assembly; concerning the righteousness which is in the law”
“and said”
“'Lord”
“and stoned him. The witnesses placed their garments at the feet of a young man named Saul.”
“still breathing threats and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord”