Acts 13:18 Meaning
And about the time of forty years suffered he their manners in the wilderness.
Context Explained
16Then Paul stood up, and beckoning with his hand said, Men of Israel, and ye that fear God, give audience.
17The God of this people of Israel chose our fathers, and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt, and with an high arm brought he them out of it.
18And about the time of forty years suffered he their manners in the wilderness.
19And when he had destroyed seven nations in the land of Chanaan, he divided their land to them by lot.
20And after that he gave unto them judges about the space of four hundred and fifty years, until Samuel the prophet.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Hebrews 3:9
This verse reflects on the Israelites' experiences in the wilderness, paralleling the trials faced by Jesus during His time on earth.
Matthew 4:1
Jesus was also led into the wilderness to be tempted, highlighting the theme of suffering and testing.
1 Corinthians 10:5
This verse explains the consequences of the Israelites' actions during their wilderness journey.
Source: Acts 13:18