Acts 22:12

Translations

Modern

There a man named Ananias, a devout observer of the law who was highly regarded by all the Jews living there,

Traditional

And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report of all the Jews which dwelt there,

Literal

And a certain Ananias, a devout man according to the law, being testified to by all the Jews dwelling there,

Latin

Ananias autem quidam vir secundum legem, testimonium habens ab omnibus cohabitantibus Judæis,

Original

Greek

English

There a man named Ananias, a devout observer of the law who was highly regarded by all the Jews living there,

Notes

Acts 22:12–16

Ananias: See study note on 9:17.

Acts 22:1–21

Paul gives his most complete defense of his life and faith before his own people in Jerusalem. This speech shows his flexibility as a missionary, just as his message to the Greek philosophers in Athens also did (17:22–31; see 1 Corinthians 9:20–23).

He begins by showing his close connection with his audience. He explains his Jewish background and his training under Gamaliel the Elder (a respected Jewish teacher). He also describes his strong desire to honor God, a desire they shared (Acts 22:1–3).

Paul then recounts how he once persecuted Christians (22:4–5). He tells about seeing Jesus on the road to Damascus (22:6–10). and explains his conversion (his turning to follow Jesus; 22:11–16).

He ends by describing a vision in the temple, where the Lord spoke to him. The Lord told him that many Jews would reject the message and that he should go to the Gentiles (22:17–21).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Persecution

Events

Paul gives his testimonyc. AD 54

Related verses

Acts 10:22
“Cornelius the centurion has sent us,” they said. “He is a righteous and God-fearing man with a good reputation among the whole Jewish nation. A holy angel instructed him to request your presence in his home so he could hear a message from you.”
Acts 6:3
Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them
3 John 1:12
Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true.
Hebrews 11:2
This is why the ancients were commended.
1 Timothy 3:7
Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil.
Acts 9:10–18
In Damascus there was a disciple named Ananias. The Lord spoke to him in a vision, “Ananias!” “Here I am, Lord,” he answered.
Acts 17:4
Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, along with a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few leading women.
Luke 2:25
Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
2 Corinthians 6:8
…through glory and dishonor, slander and praise; viewed as imposters, yet genuine;
Acts 8:2
God-fearing men buried Stephen and mourned deeply over him.

Parallels

Acts 9:1–19 Acts 26:1–23

People

Ananias: Disciple in Damascus, baptized Saul (Paul) Judah: Israelite tribe, kingdom, and province

Glossary

Ananias Apostle, Apostleship Book of the Acts of the Apostles Damascus Judaizers Paul the Apostle

Topics

Ananias: A Christian in Damascus Character of Saints: Devout Christian Minister: Call of Damascus: Paul's Experiences In Paul: His Defense Paul: His Vision and Conversion

Acts 22:12

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