Acts 11:22

Translations

Modern

When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch.

Traditional

Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch.

Literal

Now the report was heard in the ears of the church being in Jerusalem concerning them, and they sent forth Barnabas to go as far as Antioch—

Latin

Pervenit autem sermo ad aures ecclesiæ quæ erat Jerosolymis super istis: et miserunt Barnabam usque ad Antiochiam.

Original

Greek

English

When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch.

Notes

Acts 11:21–24

As with the household of Cornelius, many Gentiles believed in Jesus. The growth of Christian faith among Gentiles had to remain in harmony with the church at Jerusalem. So, the Jerusalem Christians sent Barnabas to Antioch to oversee the developments there. Barnabas could see that God’s blessing was on what was happening, so he supported it with joy.

Acts 11:19–26

After Stephen's death, persecution forced Christians to move to other areas (8:1–3). They traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch.
Antioch in Syria was a busy, diverse city. It was the third-largest city in the Roman Empire, after Rome and Alexandria. Antioch played a key role in spreading the Christian message to non-Jewish people.

Theme notes and profiles

Barnabas Simon Peter Following Jesus The Growth of the Church

Events

Disciples first called Christiansc. AD 40

Related verses

Acts 9:27
Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus.
Acts 11:1
The apostles and brothers throughout Judea soon heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God.
Acts 15:2
And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question.
1 Thessalonians 3:6
But just now, Timothy has returned from his visit with the good news about your faith, your love, and the fond memories you have preserved, longing to see us just as we long to see you.
Acts 15:22
Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to select men from among them to send to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. They chose Judas called Barsabbas and Silas, two leaders among the brothers,
Acts 15:35–39
But Paul and Barnabas remained at Antioch, along with many others, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord.
Acts 8:14
When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them.
Acts 13:1–3
Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul.
Acts 4:36–37
Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement),

People

Barnabas: A Levite from Cyprus who accompanied Paul on missionary journeys

Places

Antioch: A major city where the gospel spread to Gentiles Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions

Glossary

Antioch of Syria Barnabas Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of the Acts of the Apostles Judaizers Peter, the Apostle

Topics

Antioch: A City of Syria: Disciples First Called Christians In Church: Government of, Mosaic and Christian Faith: Faith in Christ: The People of Antioch Joy of Barnabas, when he Saw the Success of the Gospel at Antioch (In Syria) Religious Zeal: Paul and Barnabas

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