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Acts 17:23 · KJV

"For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you."

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Passage Context

21(For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing.)
22Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars' hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious.
23For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you.
24God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands;
25Neither is worshipped with men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things;

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Reflection Questions

1

What does the concept of an 'unknown god' mean for your faith?

2

How do you respond to the spiritual hunger in others?

3

When have you felt the need to clarify your beliefs to someone?

Life Application

evangelism

Use opportunities to explain the Gospel to those who are searching for meaning in their lives.

faith

Reflect on how you can better articulate your beliefs to those who may be spiritually curious.

Places in This Verse

Athens(Athens, Greece today)

A city with a rich history of philosophy and religion, Athens was filled with altars and temples, showcasing its diverse spiritual landscape.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

Paul introduces the concept of the 'Unknown God,' which connects to Jesus as the true revelation of God.

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