Acts 13:42 Meaning
And when the Jews were gone out of the synagogue, the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next sabbath.
Context Explained
40Beware therefore, lest that come upon you, which is spoken of in the prophets;
41Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you.
42And when the Jews were gone out of the synagogue, the Gentiles besought that these words might be preached to them the next sabbath.
43Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of God.
44And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 28:19
This reflects the Great Commission, where the message of Jesus is to be shared with all nations.
Acts 10:34-35
Peter emphasizes that God shows no favoritism, aligning with the Gentiles' desire for the word.
Romans 1:16
Paul expresses the gospel's power for salvation to everyone who believes, both Jews and Gentiles.
Source: Acts 13:42