Acts 9
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 9 of 28
Chapter Summary
1 Saul, going towards Damascus, 4 is stricken to the earth, 10 is called to the apostleship, 18 and is baptized by Ananias. 33 Peter heals Aeneas’ paralysis, 36 and restores Tabitha to life.
Key Greek Words
Cross-References
- 1 Timothy 1:13–16
- Galatians 1:11–17
People & Context
Persecutor of the disciples, struck down on the Damascus road and chosen as a vessel to bear Christ's name
Disciple at Damascus sent in a vision to lay hands on Saul so he could see again and be baptized
The risen Lord who appears in light, confronts Saul, and commissions him before nations and kings
Apostle who heals the paralyzed Aeneas at Lydda and raises Tabitha from death at Joppa
Disciple who vouches for Saul and brings him to the apostles in Jerusalem
Disciple at Joppa, called Dorcas, full of good works, who dies and is raised by Peter
Timeline
While Saul travels to Damascus to persecute believers, a heavenly light shines around him and Jesus speaks to him1920. Ananias is sent to restore his sight, and he is baptized21.
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