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Acts 12

Acts 12:18

The Rescue of Peter · Acts 12:5–19
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Translations

Modern
At daybreak there was no small commotion among the soldiers as to what had become of Peter.
Traditional
Now as soon as it was day, there was no small stir among the soldiers, what was become of Peter.
Literal
Now day having come, there was no small disturbance among the soldiers as to what then was become of Peter.
Latin
Facta autem die, erat non parva turbatio inter milites, quidnam factum esset de Petro.

Original

Greek
English
At daybreak there was no small commotion among the soldiers as to what had become of Peter.

Notes

Acts 12:18–23

When Peter was missing after a thorough search, Herod questioned the guards and executed them (see 16:27). However, Herod himself then experienced a painful death. God punished him for his pride when he accepted the people's worship. The ancient Jewish historian Josephus provides more details about the death of Herod Agrippa I (Josephus, Antiquities 19.8.1–2).

Acts 12:6–19

God, through an angel, guided Peter out of prison. Peter reunited with his praying friends, and God sent him to continue proclaiming the good news about Jesus. The message advanced by God's power, even when the church and apostles faced strong opposition and discouragement.

Theme notes and profiles

Herod Agrippa I Simon Peter Persecution

Events

People

Peter: Apostle of Jesus, leader in the early church

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of the Acts of the Apostles Chronology of the Bible (New Testament) First Jewish Revolt Herod, Herodian Family Letter to the Galatians Persecution Peter, the Apostle

Topics

Christian Minister: Persecution: Peter Herod: Son of Aristobulus (Herod Agrippa I) Jerusalem: Roman Rulers Who Resided in Herod (Herod Agrippa I) Persecution of the Apostles Peter: Imprisoned and Delivered by an Angel Prisoners: Guards Responsible For Prisoners: Peter Rulers: Wicked: Herod Agrippa I, Persecuting the Congregation in Jerusalem