Acts 20:26

Paul’s Farewell to the Ephesians · Acts 20:17–38
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Translations

Modern
Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men.
Traditional
Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men.
Literal
Therefore I testify to you in this day that I am innocent of the blood of all.
Latin
Quapropter contestor vos hodierna die, quia mundus sum a sanguine omnium.

Original

Greek
English
Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men.

Notes

Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men: Compare Ezekiel 3:16–21.

Paul’s message to the elders (leaders) of the church in Ephesus describes his life and work among them. He also calls these leaders to show the same kind of commitment as they continue the ministry.

In this message, Paul points to his own life as an example. He shows his honesty and care for people (20:18–21, 26, 31). He also speaks about what will happen in the future (20:22–23, 25, 29–30). He warns them about false teachers (people who teach wrong ideas about God; 20:29–30). And he urges the elders to stay alert and faithful (20:28, 31).

Through his example, Paul shows what it means to lead as a servant, with sacrifice and careful attention.

Theme notes and profiles

Ephesus Paul (Saul)

Events

Glossary

Bishop Book of the Acts of the Apostles Chronology of the Bible (New Testament) Elder Gospel Letter to the Colossians Letter to the Ephesians Luke, Gospel of Pastor Paul the Apostle Presbyter Titus, Letter to Travel

Topics

Christian Minister: Faithful: Paul Christian Minister: Responsibility of Christian Minister: Say Good-Bye to the Congregation Ephesus: Paul Visits and Preaches In Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Miletus: Paul Sends to Ephesus for the Elders of the Congregation, and Addresses Them At Paul: Declares he Was Going Bound in Spirit to Jerusalem Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul