Acts 17:21
“( For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing.)”
What does Acts 17:21 mean?
In Acts 17:21, the King James Version (KJV) reads as follows: "For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing." This verse is taken from the book of Acts in the New Testament, specifically from…
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In Acts 17:21 we read, "For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing." This verse, tucked away in the narrative of Paul’s missionary journey, captures a defining element of life in ancient…
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Eternal and Sovereign Lord, Creator of heaven and earth, we come before You in the quietness of our hearts, seeking Your wisdom and guidance. We reflect on the words of Acts 17:21, which shines a light on the pursuits of the Athenians and those who gathered among them: "For all…
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