Acts 2:37

Translations

Modern

When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”

Traditional

Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?

Literal

And having heard, they were pierced to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Men, brothers, what shall we do?”

Latin

His autem auditis, compuncti sunt corde, et dixerunt ad Petrum et ad reliquos Apostolos: Quid faciemus, viri fratres?

Original

Greek

English

When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”

Notes

Acts 2:37–38

Brothers, what shall we do?: Peter urged his listeners to repent of their sins, trust in God, and be baptized. See the “Baptism” Theme Note.

Theme notes and profiles

David Simon Peter Babel: The Dispersion of Nations Following Jesus God’s Covenant with Noah The Good News Message

Events

Peter preaches at Pentecost

Related verses

Luke 3:10
The crowds asked him, “What then should we do?”
Acts 22:10
Then I asked, ‘What should I do, Lord?’ ‘Get up and go into Damascus,’ He told me. ‘There you will be told all that you have been appointed to do.’
Hebrews 4:12–13
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Acts 16:29–31
Calling for lights, the jailer rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas.
Luke 3:14
Then some soldiers asked him, “And what should we do?” “Do not take money by force or false accusation,” he said. “Be content with your wages.”
Luke 3:12
Even tax collectors came to be baptized. “Teacher,” they asked, “what should we do?”
John 8:9
When they heard this, they began to go away one by one, beginning with the older ones, until only Jesus was left, with the woman standing there.
John 16:8–11
And when He comes, He will convict the world in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment:
Ezekiel 7:16
The survivors will escape and live in the mountains, moaning like doves of the valley, each for his own iniquity.
Acts 24:25–26
As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”
Acts 9:5–6
“Who are You, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” He replied.
Acts 7:54
On hearing this, the members of the Sanhedrin were enraged, and they gnashed their teeth at him.

People

Peter: Apostle of Jesus, leader in the early church

Glossary

Book of the Acts of the Apostles Brothers (and Sisters) God, Being and Attributes of Jesus Christ Lord’s Supper, the Parthia, Parthians Peter, the Apostle Repentance

Topics

Conscience: Accuses of Sin Conscience: Guilty Conviction of Sin David: King of Israel: David As Prophet How to Become a Christian Orator: The Apostles Peter: Preaches on Pentecost Day Preaching: Effective by Peter and Other Apostles Religious Zeal: Peter Remorse: General Scriptures Concerning Repentance: Conviction of Sin Necessary To Revivals: At Pentecost, and Times After Pentecost Self-Defense: Accused Persons Heard In

Acts 2:37

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