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Acts 6

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 6 of 28

1 But in those days, the disciples having multiplied, a murmuring of the Hellenists toward the Hebrews occurred, because their widows were being overlooked in the daily serving.

2 And having called near the multitude of the disciples, the Twelve said, It is not pleasing to us, having left the Word of God, to serve tables!

3 Then brothers, be looking for men among you receiving testimony, seven men full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we shall appoint over this need.

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Chapter Summary

1 The apostles, desirous to have the poor regarded, 3 appoint the office of deaconship to seven chosen men.

Key Greek Words

⸀πνεύματος ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind G4151
ἐνώπιον before, in the presence (sight) of, to G1799
τε also, and, both, even, then,, whether G5037
Οὐκ long, nay, neither G3756
πίστεως assurance, belief, believe G4102

People & Context

Choosing of the Seven

To resolve a dispute over the daily serving of widows, the apostles instruct the disciples to choose seven men full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom1213.

Timeline

Choosing of the Seven

To resolve a dispute over the daily serving of widows, the apostles instruct the disciples to choose seven men full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom1213.

Acts 6:1-6

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