Acts 8:13

Translations

Modern

Even Simon himself believed and was baptized. He followed Philip closely and was astounded by the great signs and miracles he observed.

Traditional

Then Simon himself believed also: and when he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and wondered, beholding the miracles and signs which were done.

Literal

And Simon himself also believed, and having been baptized, he was steadfastly continuing with Philip. And beholding the signs and great miracles being performed, he was amazed.

Latin

Tunc Simon et ipse credidit: et cum baptizatus esset, adhærebat Philippo. Videns etiam signa et virtutes maximas fieri, stupens admirabatur.

Original

Greek

English

Even Simon himself believed and was baptized. He followed Philip closely and was astounded by the great signs and miracles he observed.

Notes

Acts 8:9–24

Simon the sorcerer performed magic and amazed the people of Samaria. He boasted that he was someone great. Simon tried to buy spiritual power. The later corrupt practice of buying and selling positions of leadership in the church was called simony. This term refers to the corrupt practice of buying and selling church leadership positions (see 1 Timothy 6:9–10). Peter strongly criticized Simon's evil intentions and actions.

Theme notes and profiles

Philip Simon Peter Baptism Charismatic Leadership Early Christian Heresies Miracles Persecution The Good News Message The Growth of the Church The Holy Spirit’s Presence

Events

Philip preaches in Samariac. AD 31

Related verses

Acts 19:11
God did extraordinary miracles through the hands of Paul,
John 5:20
The Father loves the Son and shows Him all He does. And to your amazement, He will show Him even greater works than these.
Acts 8:6–7
The crowds all paid close attention to Philip’s message and to the signs they saw him perform.
John 8:30–31
As Jesus spoke these things, many believed in Him.
Psalm 106:12–13
Then they believed His promises and sang His praise.
Acts 13:44
On the following Sabbath, nearly the whole city gathered to hear the word of the Lord.
James 2:19–26
You believe that God is one. Good for you! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.
Luke 8:13
The seeds on rocky ground are those who hear the word and receive it with joy, but they have no root. They believe for a season, but in the time of testing, they fall away.
John 2:23–25
While He was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast, many people saw the signs He was doing and believed in His name.
John 7:21
Jesus answered them, “I did one miracle, and you are all amazed.
Mark 16:17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;
Acts 8:21
You have no part or share in our ministry, because your heart is not right before God.

Parallels

Deuteronomy 18:9–14

People

Philip: One of the seven deacons, evangelized in Samaria Simon: Sorcerer in Samaria who tried to buy the Holy Spirit's power

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of the Acts of the Apostles Eunuch Gospel Hebrews, Letter to the Jerusalem Council Judaizers Perseverance Peter, the Apostle Sign Simon Simon Magus

Topics

Baptism: Christian Faith: The Wicked often Profess Hypocrites: Simon Miracles Wrought Through Servants of God: Philip: Various Miracles Philip: One of the Seven Servants (Greek: Diakonos): Successfully Preaches in Samaria Samaria: City of, Built by Omri: Visited by Philip, Peter, and John Simon: A Sorcerer (Also Called Simon Magus): Rebuked by Peter

Acts 8:13

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