Acts 19:10
What does Acts 19:10 mean?
A plain-English look at Acts 19:10 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Acts 19:10 means
For two years Paul continues this daily ministry, with the result that all who lived in Asia hear the word of the Lord, both Jews and Greeks. Ephesus becomes a gospel hub, radiating truth through visitors, new converts, and co-workers who carry the message outward. The spread is not by spectacle but by sustained teaching of the Lord’s word. The inclusiveness—Jews and Greeks—shows the gospel’s universal scope. This verse testifies that patient, consistent proclamation in a strategic place can have regional impact. The Lord’s word, not Paul’s personality, does the work, and it thrives even amid opposition, preparing hearts for the confrontations that follow.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000And this continued for the space of two years; so that all they that dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord, both Jews and Greeks.
KJV
King James Version · 1611And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901And this continued for the space of two years; so that all they that dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord, both Jews and Greeks.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949And this went on for two years, so that all those who were living in Asia had knowledge of the word of the Lord, Greeks as well as Jews.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862And this happened for two years so that all those dwelling in Asia did hear the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752And this continued for the space of two years, so that all who dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord, both Jews and Gentiles.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890And this took place for two years, so that all that inhabited Asia heard the word of the Lord, both Jews and Greeks.
Context
This summary follows the move to the school of Tyrannus and underscores the effectiveness of Paul’s new strategy. It bridges from instruction to demonstration: the next verses describe God working unusual miracles through Paul, which will both authenticate the message and expose false spiritual claims. The narrative will soon contrast true apostolic power with itinerant exorcists who misuse Jesus’ name, leading to widespread reverence for Christ.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Romans 10:12
For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek: for the same Lord is Lord of all, and is rich unto all that call upon him:
- 1 Corinthians 1:22
Seeing that Jews ask for signs, and Greeks seek after wisdom:
- Acts 19:8
And he entered into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, reasoning and persuading as to the things concerning the kingdom of God.
- 2 Timothy 1:15
This thou knowest, that all that are in Asia turned away from me; of whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes.
- Acts 20:18
And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye yourselves know, from the first day that I set foot in Asia, after what manner I was with you all the time,
- Acts 18:4
And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded Jews and Greeks.
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