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The Ascension of Jesus and the Selection of Matthias
The Acts of the Apostles 1
The Holy Spirit descends on the apostles at Pentecost, and they begin to preach and perform miracles in Jerusalem.
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The Acts of the Apostles
The Early Church
The Book of Acts, also known as the Acts of the Apostles, is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written account of the early Christian church and the spread of the gospel in the years following the resurrection of Jesus. The Book of Acts is traditionally attributed to the apostle Luke, who was a close associate of the apostle Paul.The Book of Acts begins with the ascension of Jesus and the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. It then goes on to describe the spread of the gospel through the ministry of Jesus' disciples, including the apostle Peter, the apostle Paul, and other early Christian leaders. The Book of Acts also includes accounts of the establishment of the early Christian church, including the selection of Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot as one of the Twelve Apostles, and the spread of the gospel to various parts of the Roman Empire.Key figures in the Book of Acts include the apostles Peter, Paul, and John, as well as other early Christian leaders such as Stephen, Philip, and Barnabas. The Book also mentions various other individuals, such as the Pharisees, the Roman authorities, and various converts to Christianity, who play significant roles in the story. The Book also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.
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The Book of Acts, also known as the Acts of the Apostles, is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written account of the early Christian church and the spread of the gospel in the years following the resurrection of Jesus. The Book of Acts is traditionally attributed to the apostle Luke, who was a close associate of the apostle Paul.The Book of Acts begins with the ascension of Jesus and the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. It then goes on to describe the spread of the gospel through the ministry of Jesus' disciples, including the apostle Peter, the apostle Paul, and other early Christian leaders. The Book of Acts also includes accounts of the establishment of the early Christian church, including the selection of Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot as one of the Twelve Apostles, and the spread of the gospel to various parts of the Roman Empire.Key figures in the Book of Acts include the apostles Peter, Paul, and John, as well as other early Christian leaders such as Stephen, Philip, and Barnabas. The Book also mentions various other individuals, such as the Pharisees, the Roman authorities, and various converts to Christianity, who play significant roles in the story. The Book also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.
Biblical figures
Key figures in The Acts of the Apostles
God
Supreme Being
Israel
King
David
Prophet, King of Israel
John
Prophet
Jesus
Prophet
Moses
Prophet, biblical judge
Jerusalem
Capital
Egypt
Pharaoh
Mark
Gospel writer
Saul
Prophet, King of Israel
Jacob
Prophet, Patriarchs
Levi
Priest
Aaron
High Priest of Israel
Solomon
Prophet, King of Israel
Pharaoh
Pharaoh
Ben
Son of Jacob.
Abraham
Prophet, patriarch
Joseph
Prophet, Vizier
Benjamin
Son of Jacob.
Paul
Apostle
Peter
Pope, apostle, Catholic bishop, Patriarch of Antioch
S
Syria
Ruler
Samuel
Prophet, biblical judge
Isaac
Prophet, patriarch
S
Samaria
King of Israel
J
Joel
Prophet
S
Simon
Fisherman
G
Galilee
Region
D
Damascus
Governor of Damascus
Herod
King
Mary
Mother of Jesus
Simeon
Priest
Caesar
Emperor
J
Jesse
Father of King David
J
Judaea
Governor
Philip
Apostle
James
Apostle
N
Nazar
Prophet.
J
Judas
Apostle.
E
Elam
Governor
B
Barnabas
Apostle
N
Nazareth
There is no specific positionheld mentioned in relation to the figure Nazareth in the Bible.
A
Asia
continent
E
Esaias
Prophet
G
Gaza
Ruler of Gaza
S
Sidon
King
A
Arabia
Queen
T
Timotheus
Disciple and companion of the apostle Paul.
A
Anani
High priest
A
Anania
High Priest
Andrew
positionheld: Apostle
F
Festus
Governor
S
Silas
Chief Apostle
T
Thomas
Apostle
A
Achaia
Proconsul
Ananias
High Priest
A
Apollos
Teacher of the Way
Cornelius
Centurion
D
Dor
Generation.
F
Felix
Governor
R
Rome
King
C
Cilicia
Governor
C
Corinth
Corinth was a city in Greece.
C
Cyprus
Governor
G
Galatia
Governor
G
Gamaliel
Teacher
G
Grecia
Greece.
S
Salmon
Chief of the house of the father of the father of Boaz
Stephen
Deacon
Alexander
King
Aquila
Apostle
J
Joses
Assistant to the Apostle Paul
T
Troas
Anna
A
Athens
D
Diana
G
Gaius
J
Jason
L
Libya
M
Matthew
Apostle
Priscilla
T
Tychicus
Apostle
A
Alexandria
A
Annas
A
Augustus
B
Bartholomew
Apostle
C
Cyrene
I
Italy
L
Lydia
B
Berea
B
Bernice
C
Claudius
D
Demetrius
E
Erastus
Apostle
J
Jupiter
J
Justus
T
Thessalonia
C
Corinthians
C
Crispus
Apostle
D
Dorcas
J
Julius
L
Lucius
Matthias
Apostle
M
Mysia
N
Nazarene
O
Olivet
T
Tabitha
T
Theophilus
A
Adria
A
Apollonia
A
Athenia
A
Attalia
C
Candace
C
Castor
C
Clauda
D
Damaris
D
Dionysius
D
Drusilla
L
Lycia
M
Madian
M
Melita
M
Myra
N
Nicolas
N
Niger
P
Paulus
P
Phenicia
P
Pollux
R
Rhodes
S
Sapphira
S
Saron
T
Timon
A
Aristarchus
Catholic bishop
C
Caiaphas
High Priest of Israel
E
Er
P
Parmenas
Apostle
Chapters
Chapters
2
The Coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
The Acts of the Apostles 2
Peter preaches to a large crowd, and many are saved and baptized.
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3
The Healing of the Lame Man
The Acts of the Apostles 3
Peter and John heal a man at the temple gate, and they are arrested and put on trial.
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4
The Arrest and Release of Peter and John
The Acts of the Apostles 4
The apostles are arrested again, but an angel frees them from prison and they continue to preach.
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5
The Ananias and Sapphira Incident
The Acts of the Apostles 5
Ananias and Sapphira lie to the apostles, and they die as a result.
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6
The Appointment of the Seven
The Acts of the Apostles 6
The apostles choose seven men to help with the ministry, and Stephen becomes the first martyr for the faith.
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7
Stephen's Martyrdom
The Acts of the Apostles 7
Stephen gives a powerful speech before the council, and he is stoned to death.
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8
The Conversion of Saul
The Acts of the Apostles 8
Saul (later known as Paul) is converted to Christianity and begins to preach.
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9
The Conversion of Saul on the Road to Damascus
The Acts of the Apostles 9
Paul is arrested and brought to trial in Jerusalem, but he escapes to Tarsus.
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10
The Conversion of Cornelius
The Acts of the Apostles 10
Cornelius, a Roman centurion, becomes the first Gentile convert to Christianity.
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11
Peter Defends His Actions to the Jerusalem Council
The Acts of the Apostles 11
Peter defends his actions before the council, and the Gentile converts are accepted into the church.
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12
The Arrest and Escape of Peter
The Acts of the Apostles 12
King Herod kills James and imprisons Peter, but an angel frees him.
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13
The First Missionary Journey of Paul and Barnabas
The Acts of the Apostles 13
Paul and Barnabas are set apart for missionary work and begin their first journey.
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14
The Second Missionary Journey of Paul and Silas
The Acts of the Apostles 14
Paul and Barnabas continue their missionary work, facing opposition and performing miracles.
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15
The Jerusalem Council
The Acts of the Apostles 15
The council at Jerusalem decides that Gentile converts do not have to follow Jewish customs.
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16
The Third Missionary Journey of Paul
The Acts of the Apostles 16
Paul and Silas are arrested and imprisoned in Philippi, but an earthquake frees them and they continue their journey.
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17
The Arrest of Paul in Jerusalem
The Acts of the Apostles 17
Paul preaches in Thessalonica and Berea, and faces opposition from the Jewish leaders.
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18
The Voyage to Rome
The Acts of the Apostles 18
Paul continues his missionary work in Corinth, and Apollos also begins preaching there.
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19
The Riot in Ephesus
The Acts of the Apostles 19
Paul performs miracles in Ephesus and teaches about the Holy Spirit.
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20
The Farewell to the Ephesian Elders
The Acts of the Apostles 20
Paul travels to Jerusalem and speaks to the elders of the church.
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21
The Arrest of Paul in Jerusalem
The Acts of the Apostles 21
Paul is arrested in Jerusalem and brought to trial before the Roman authorities.
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22
The Defense Before the Jerusalem Mob
The Acts of the Apostles 22
Paul defends himself before the crowd and explains his conversion to Christianity.
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23
The Defense Before the Council
The Acts of the Apostles 23
Paul is rescued from a plot to kill him and is sent to stand trial in Caesarea.
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24
The Defense Before Felix
The Acts of the Apostles 24
Paul stands trial before Felix, the Roman governor.
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25
The Defense Before Festus
The Acts of the Apostles 25
Paul appeals to Caesar and is sent to Rome under guard.
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26
The Defense Before Agrippa
The Acts of the Apostles 26
Paul gives his testimony before King Agrippa.
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27
The Voyage to Rome
The Acts of the Apostles 27
Paul's ship is shipwrecked and they are stranded on the island of Malta.
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28
The Arrival in Rome and Paul's House Arrest
The Acts of the Apostles 28
Paul arrives in Rome and is allowed to live under house arrest.
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