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So Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/nlt/acts/15.htm">New Living Translation</a> Paul and Barnabas disagreed with them, arguing vehemently. Finally, the church decided to send Paul and Barnabas to Jerusalem, accompanied by some local believers, to talk to the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/esv/acts/15.htm">English Standard Version</a> And after Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and the elders about this question. <a href="/bsb/acts/15.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/blb/acts/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Having been brought about, then, no small commotion and discussion by Paul and Barnabas with them, they appointed Paul and Barnabas and certain others out from them to go up to Jerusalem, to the apostles and elders, about this question. <a href="/kjv/acts/15.htm">King James Bible</a> When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/nkjv/acts/15.htm">New King James Version</a> Therefore, when Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and dispute with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas and certain others of them should go up to Jerusalem, to the apostles and elders, about this question. <a href="/nasb_/acts/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And after Paul and Barnabas had a heated argument and debate with them, the brothers determined that Paul and Barnabas and some others of them should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders concerning this issue. <a href="/nasb/acts/15.htm">NASB 1995</a> And when Paul and Barnabas had great dissension and debate with them, the brethren determined that Paul and Barnabas and some others of them should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders concerning this issue. <a href="/nasb77/acts/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And when Paul and Barnabas had great dissension and debate with them, the brethren determined that Paul and Barnabas and certain others of them should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders concerning this issue. <a href="/lsb/acts/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And when Paul and Barnabas had not a little dissension and debate with them, the brothers determined that Paul and Barnabas and some others of them should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders concerning this issue. <a href="/amp/acts/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Paul and Barnabas disagreed greatly and debated with them, so it was determined that Paul and Barnabas and some of the others from their group would go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and the elders [and confer with them] concerning this issue. <a href="/csb/acts/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> After Paul and Barnabas had engaged them in serious argument and debate, Paul and Barnabas and some others were appointed to go up to the apostles and elders in Jerusalem about this issue. <a href="/hcsb/acts/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But after Paul and Barnabas had engaged them in serious argument and debate, the church arranged for Paul and Barnabas and some others of them to go up to the apostles and elders in Jerusalem concerning this controversy. <a href="/asv/acts/15.htm">American Standard Version</a> And when Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and questioning with them, the brethren appointed that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/cev/acts/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> This caused trouble, and Paul and Barnabas argued with them about this teaching. So it was decided to send Paul and Barnabas and a few others to Jerusalem to discuss this problem with the apostles and the church leaders. <a href="/erv/acts/15.htm">English Revised Version</a> And when Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and questioning with them, the brethren appointed that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/gwt/acts/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Paul and Barnabas had a fierce dispute with these men. So Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were sent to Jerusalem to see the apostles and spiritual leaders about this claim. <a href="/gnt/acts/15.htm">Good News Translation</a> Paul and Barnabas got into a fierce argument with them about this, so it was decided that Paul and Barnabas and some of the others in Antioch should go to Jerusalem and see the apostles and elders about this matter. <a href="/isv/acts/15.htm">International Standard Version</a> Paul and Barnabas had quite a dispute and argument with them. So Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem to confer with the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/msb/acts/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Therefore after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/net/acts/15.htm">NET Bible</a> When Paul and Barnabas had a major argument and debate with them, the church appointed Paul and Barnabas and some others from among them to go up to meet with the apostles and elders in Jerusalem about this point of disagreement. <a href="/nheb/acts/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Therefore when Paul and Barnabas had no small discord and discussion with them, they appointed Paul and Barnabas, and some others of them, to go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/wbt/acts/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain others of them, should go to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/wey/acts/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Between these new comers and Paul and Barnabas there was no little disagreement and controversy, until at last it was decided that Paul and Barnabas and some other brethren should go up to consult the Apostles and Elders in Jerusalem on this matter. <a href="/web/acts/15.htm">World English Bible</a> Therefore when Paul and Barnabas had no small discord and discussion with them, they appointed Paul, Barnabas, and some others of them to go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders about this question. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> there having been, therefore, not a little dissension and debate to Paul and Barnabas with them, they arranged for Paul and Barnabas, and certain others of them, to go up to the apostles and elders to Jerusalem about this question; <a href="/blb/acts/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Having been brought about, then, no small commotion and discussion by Paul and Barnabas with them, they appointed Paul and Barnabas and certain others out from them to go up to Jerusalem, to the apostles and elders, about this question. <a href="/ylt/acts/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> there having been, therefore, not a little dissension and disputation to Paul and Barnabas with them, they arranged for Paul and Barnabas, and certain others of them, to go up unto the apostles and elders to Jerusalem about this question, <a href="/slt/acts/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Therefore dissension and no small discussion having been to Paul and Barnabas with them, they arranged for Paul and Barnabas to go up, and certain others of them, to the sent and elders in Jerusalem about this question.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And when Paul and Barnabas had no small contest with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain others of the other side, should go up to the apostles and priests to Jerusalem about this question. <a href="/cpdv/acts/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Therefore, when Paul and Barnabas made no small uprising against them, they decided that Paul and Barnabas, and some from the opposing side, should go up to the Apostles and priests in Jerusalem concerning this question. <a href="/nabre/acts/15.htm">New American Bible</a> Because there arose no little dissension and debate by Paul and Barnabas with them, it was decided that Paul, Barnabas, and some of the others should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and presbyters about this question. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> And after Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem to discuss this question with the apostles and the elders.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And there was great dissension and controversy between them and Paul and Bar’nabas, and it reached such a point that it was necessary for Paul and Bar’na-bas and others with them to go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders concerning this question. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/15.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> There was great tumult and debate with them for Paulus and BarNaba, and it happened that Paulus and BarNaba and another with them would go up to the Apostles and the Elders who were in Jerusalem because of this dispute.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/15.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Therefore, after Paul and Barnabas had no little dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain others from among them, should go up to Jerusalem, to the apostles and elders, about this question. <a href="/godbey/acts/15.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And there being no small contention and disputation to Paul and Barnabas against them, they delegated Paul and Barnabas, and certain others of them, to go up to the apostles and elders in Jerusalem concerning this question. <a href="/haweis/acts/15.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> There being therefore no small contention and dispute maintained by Paul and Barnabas against them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain others of their body, should go up to the apostles and presbyters at Jerusalem, for the decision of this question. <a href="/mace/acts/15.htm">Mace New Testament</a> upon which Paul and Barnabas having warmly contested the point with them, it was resolved, that Paul and Barnabas and some others should go to Jerusalem to consult the apostles upon this question. <a href="/wey/acts/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Between these new comers and Paul and Barnabas there was no little disagreement and controversy, until at last it was decided that Paul and Barnabas and some other brethren should go up to consult the Apostles and Elders in Jerusalem on this matter. <a href="/worrell/acts/15.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And, when Paul and Barnabas had no little dissension and discussion with them, they arranged that Paul and Barnabas and some others of them should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders, concerning this question. <a href="/worsley/acts/15.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> A dissension therefore arising, and Paul and Barnabas having no small dispute with them, it was resolved that Paul and Barnabas, and some others, should go up to the apostles and elders at Jerusalem about this question. <a href="/parallel/acts/15-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/in5WTRQ9BSQ?start=4840" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/acts/15.htm">The Dispute over Circumcision</a> 1Then some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.” 2<a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: genomenēs (V-APM-GFS) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">And after</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/4714.htm" title="4714: staseōs (N-GFS) -- From the base of histemi; a standing, i.e. position; by implication, a popular uprising; figuratively, controversy.">engaging</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3972.htm" title="3972: Paulō (N-DMS) -- Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle."></a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/921.htm" title="921: Barnaba (N-DMS) -- Of Chaldee origin; son of Nabas; Barnabas, an Israelite."></a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward."></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autous (PPro-AM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">these men</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/3641.htm" title="3641: oligēs (Adj-GFS) -- Puny; especially neuter somewhat.">in sharp</a> <a href="/greek/2214.htm" title="2214: zētēseōs (N-GFS) -- A question, debate, controversy; a seeking, search. From zeteo; a searching, i.e. A dispute or its theme.">debate,</a> <a href="/greek/3972.htm" title="3972: Paulon (N-AMS) -- Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.">Paul</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/921.htm" title="921: Barnaban (N-AMS) -- Of Chaldee origin; son of Nabas; Barnabas, an Israelite.">Barnabas</a> <a href="/greek/5021.htm" title="5021: etaxan (V-AIA-3P) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb; to arrange in an orderly manner, i.e. Assign or dispose.">were appointed,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">along with</a> <a href="/greek/5100.htm" title="5100: tinas (IPro-AMP) -- Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.">some</a> <a href="/greek/243.htm" title="243: allous (Adj-AMP) -- Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; else, i.e. Different.">other</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ex (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.">believers,</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/305.htm" title="305: anabainein (V-PNA) -- To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up.">to go up</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">to</a> <a href="/greek/2419.htm" title="2419: Ierousalēm (N-AFS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine.">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to see</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tous (Art-AMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/652.htm" title="652: apostolous (N-AMP) -- From apostello; a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ.">apostles</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/4245.htm" title="4245: presbyterous (Adj-AMP) -- Comparative of presbus; older; as noun, a senior; specially, an Israelite Sanhedrist or Christian presbyter.">elders</a> <a href="/greek/4012.htm" title="4012: peri (Prep) -- From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.">about</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: toutou (DPro-GNS) -- This; he, she, it. ">this</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2213.htm" title="2213: zētēmatos (N-GNS) -- A question, subject of inquiry, dispute. From zeteo; a search, i.e. a debate.">question.</a> 3Sent on their way by the church, they passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, recounting the conversion of the Gentiles and bringing great joy to all the brothers.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/galatians/2-1.htm">Galatians 2:1-2</a> Fourteen years later I went up again to Jerusalem, accompanied by Barnabas. I took Titus along also. / I went in response to a revelation and set before them the gospel that I preach among the Gentiles. But I spoke privately to those recognized as leaders, for fear that I was running or had already run in vain. <a href="/galatians/2-11.htm">Galatians 2:11-14</a> When Cephas came to Antioch, however, I opposed him to his face, because he stood condemned. / For before certain men came from James, he used to eat with the Gentiles. But when they arrived, he began to draw back and separate himself, for fear of those in the circumcision group. / The other Jews joined him in his hypocrisy, so that by their hypocrisy even Barnabas was led astray. ... <a href="/acts/11-2.htm">Acts 11:2-3</a> So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers took issue with him / and said, “You visited uncircumcised men and ate with them.” <a href="/acts/21-20.htm">Acts 21:20-21</a> When they heard this, they glorified God. Then they said to Paul, “You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law. / But they are under the impression that you teach all the Jews who live among the Gentiles to forsake Moses, telling them not to circumcise their children or observe our customs. <a href="/acts/14-27.htm">Acts 14:27-28</a> When they arrived, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through them, and how He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles. / And they spent a long time there with the disciples. <a href="/acts/13-1.htm">Acts 13:1-3</a> Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul. / While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. <a href="/acts/10-45.htm">Acts 10:45-47</a> All the circumcised believers who had accompanied Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles. / For they heard them speaking in tongues and exalting God. Then Peter said, / “Can anyone withhold the water to baptize these people? They have received the Holy Spirit just as we have!” <a href="/acts/6-1.htm">Acts 6:1-7</a> In those days when the disciples were increasing in number, the Grecian Jews among them began to grumble against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. / So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, “It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. / Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them ... <a href="/romans/14-1.htm">Romans 14:1-3</a> Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on his opinions. / For one person has faith to eat all things, while another, who is weak, eats only vegetables. / The one who eats everything must not belittle the one who does not, and the one who does not eat everything must not judge the one who does, for God has accepted him. <a href="/1_corinthians/8-9.htm">1 Corinthians 8:9-13</a> Be careful, however, that your freedom does not become a stumbling block to the weak. / For if someone with a weak conscience sees you who are well informed eating in an idol’s temple, will he not be encouraged to eat food sacrificed to idols? / So this weak brother, for whom Christ died, is destroyed by your knowledge. ... <a href="/1_corinthians/9-19.htm">1 Corinthians 9:19-23</a> Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. / To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), to win those under the law. / To those without the law I became like one without the law (though I am not outside the law of God but am under the law of Christ), to win those without the law. ... <a href="/ephesians/2-11.htm">Ephesians 2:11-16</a> Therefore remember that formerly you who are Gentiles in the flesh and called uncircumcised by the so-called circumcision (that done in the body by human hands)— / remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world. / But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ. ... <a href="/colossians/2-16.htm">Colossians 2:16-17</a> Therefore let no one judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a feast, a New Moon, or a Sabbath. / These are a shadow of the things to come, but the body that casts it belongs to Christ. <a href="/matthew/18-15.htm">Matthew 18:15-17</a> If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. / But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ / If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector. <a href="/matthew/23-15.htm">Matthew 23:15</a> Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You traverse land and sea to win a single convert, and when he becomes one, you make him twice as much a son of hell as you are.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders about this question.Paul.<a href="/acts/15-7.htm">Acts 15:7</a> And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe.<a href="/galatians/1-6.htm">Galatians 1:6-10</a> I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: … <a href="/galatians/2-5.htm">Galatians 2:5</a> To whom we gave place by subjection, no, not for an hour; that the truth of the gospel might continue with you.they determined.<a href="/acts/15-25.htm">Acts 15:25</a> It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,<a href="/exodus/18-23.htm">Exodus 18:23</a> If thou shalt do this thing, and God command thee so, then thou shalt be able to endure, and all this people shall also go to their place in peace.<a href="/galatians/2-1.htm">Galatians 2:1,2</a> Then fourteen years after I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, and took Titus with me also… certain.<a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Acts 15:22,27</a> Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren: … <a href="/acts/10-23.htm">Acts 10:23</a> Then called he them in, and lodged them. And on the morrow Peter went away with them, and certain brethren from Joppa accompanied him.<a href="/acts/11-12.htm">Acts 11:12</a> And the spirit bade me go with them, nothing doubting. Moreover these six brethren accompanied me, and we entered into the man's house:should.<a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Acts 15:4,22,23</a> And when they were come to Jerusalem, they were received of the church, and of the apostles and elders, and they declared all things that God had done with them… <a href="/1_samuel/8-7.htm">1 Samuel 8:7</a> And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them.<a href="/1_corinthians/9-19.htm">1 Corinthians 9:19-23</a> For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more… the apostles.<a href="/acts/15-6.htm">Acts 15:6,23</a> And the apostles and elders came together for to consider of this matter… <a href="/acts/21-18.htm">Acts 21:18</a> And the day following Paul went in with us unto James; and all the elders were present.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-1.htm">1 Corinthians 1:1</a> Paul, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother,<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/14-14.htm">Apostles</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/acts/11-2.htm">Argument</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Barnabas</a> <a href="/acts/12-18.htm">Commotion</a> <a href="/hosea/4-12.htm">Consult</a> <a href="/micah/6-2.htm">Controversy</a> <a href="/acts/11-29.htm">Decided</a> <a href="/acts/12-15.htm">Decision</a> <a href="/acts/11-29.htm">Determined</a> <a href="/acts/25-19.htm">Disagreement</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-18.htm">Discord</a> <a href="/acts/4-15.htm">Discussion</a> <a href="/acts/28-29.htm">Disputation</a> <a href="/luke/22-24.htm">Dispute</a> <a href="/john/7-43.htm">Dissension</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Elders</a> <a href="/acts/11-2.htm">Issue</a> <a href="/acts/13-31.htm">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/acts/14-28.htm">Little</a> <a href="/acts/11-4.htm">Matter</a> <a href="/acts/5-20.htm">New</a> <a href="/acts/14-4.htm">Others</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/10-29.htm">Question</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/acts/4-21.htm">Sharp</a> <a href="/acts/12-18.htm">Small</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Apostles</a> <a href="/acts/17-26.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">Argument</a> <a href="/acts/15-12.htm">Barnabas</a> <a href="/acts/19-23.htm">Commotion</a> <a href="/galatians/1-16.htm">Consult</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-4.htm">Controversy</a> <a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Decided</a> <a href="/acts/15-19.htm">Decision</a> <a href="/acts/15-37.htm">Determined</a> <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">Disagreement</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-25.htm">Discord</a> <a href="/acts/15-7.htm">Discussion</a> <a href="/acts/28-29.htm">Disputation</a> <a href="/acts/23-7.htm">Dispute</a> <a href="/acts/23-7.htm">Dissension</a> <a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Elders</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/4-8.htm">Issue</a> <a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/acts/16-12.htm">Little</a> <a href="/acts/15-6.htm">Matter</a> <a href="/acts/17-19.htm">New</a> <a href="/acts/15-35.htm">Others</a> <a href="/acts/15-12.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/15-6.htm">Question</a> <a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">Sharp</a> <a href="/acts/19-23.htm">Small</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 15</div>1. <a href="/acts/15-1.htm">Great dissensions arise regarding circumcision.</a> 5. <a href="/acts/15-5.htm">The apostles consult about it,</a> 22. <a href="/acts/15-22.htm">and send their determination by letters to the churches.</a> 36. <a href="/acts/15-36.htm">Paul and Barnabas, thinking to visit the brothers together, </a> 39. <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">disagree, and travel different ways.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This debate reflects the early church's struggle to define the role of the Mosaic Law in the life of Gentile converts. The sharpness of the debate underscores the importance of the issue, as it pertained to the core of the gospel message. This conflict is reminiscent of other scriptural debates, such as those between Jesus and the Pharisees, where the heart of the law was often in question.Paul and Barnabas were appointed The appointment of Paul and Barnabas indicates a formal decision by the church at Antioch to send trusted leaders to resolve the issue. This reflects the early church's practice of seeking counsel and resolution through appointed representatives, a practice seen in other parts of the New Testament, such as the selection of deacons in <a href="/acts/6.htm">Acts 6</a>. The choice of Paul and Barnabas, both of whom had significant experience with Gentile missions, was strategic and wise.along with some other believers The inclusion of other believers suggests a communal approach to decision-making and accountability. It also indicates that the issue was of such importance that a broader representation was necessary. This practice of involving multiple witnesses and representatives is consistent with Jewish legal traditions and is echoed in the New Testament's emphasis on the testimony of multiple witnesses (e.g., <a href="/matthew/18-16.htm">Matthew 18:16</a>).to go up to Jerusalem The phrase "to go up to Jerusalem" is both a geographical and spiritual ascent. Jerusalem, being on a higher elevation, was literally a place one would go up to. Spiritually, it was the center of Jewish worship and the location of the early church's leadership. This journey to Jerusalem signifies the importance of the issue at hand and the need for authoritative guidance from the apostles and elders based there.to see the apostles and elders The apostles and elders in Jerusalem were recognized as the authoritative leaders of the early church. This reflects the hierarchical structure that was forming within the church, with the apostles, who were eyewitnesses of Christ's ministry, holding a primary role in doctrinal decisions. The elders, likely leaders of the Jerusalem church, were also involved, indicating a collaborative leadership model.about this question The question at hand was whether Gentile converts needed to adhere to Jewish customs, specifically circumcision, to be saved. This was a pivotal issue for the early church, as it touched on the nature of salvation and the inclusivity of the gospel. The resolution of this question would have significant implications for the church's mission and the unity between Jewish and Gentile believers. This debate and its resolution are foundational for understanding the doctrine of salvation by grace through faith, as later expounded in Paul's letters, particularly Galatians and Romans.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> A former Pharisee and persecutor of Christians, Paul became a leading apostle to the Gentiles after his conversion on the road to Damascus. His role in this passage highlights his leadership and commitment to resolving doctrinal disputes. 2. <a href="/topical/b/barnabas.htm">Barnabas</a> A Levite from Cyprus, Barnabas was known for his encouragement and support of early Christians, including Paul. He played a crucial role in the early church's mission to the Gentiles. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The central hub of early Christianity, Jerusalem was where the apostles and elders resided. It was the location for the council that would address the doctrinal question at hand. 4. <a href="/topical/a/apostles_and_elders.htm">Apostles and Elders</a> These were the leaders of the early church in Jerusalem, responsible for maintaining doctrinal purity and unity among believers. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_question.htm">The Question</a> The specific issue at hand was whether Gentile converts to Christianity needed to follow Jewish law, particularly circumcision, to be saved.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_doctrinal_clarity.htm">The Importance of Doctrinal Clarity</a> The early church faced significant challenges in maintaining doctrinal purity. This passage underscores the importance of addressing theological disputes with wisdom and unity. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_church_leadership.htm">The Role of Church Leadership</a> Paul and Barnabas's appointment to go to Jerusalem highlights the role of church leaders in resolving conflicts and guiding the congregation in truth. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a> The inclusion of Gentiles without the requirement of following Jewish law demonstrates the church's commitment to unity amidst diversity, a principle that remains relevant today. <a href="/topical/s/seeking_godly_counsel.htm">Seeking Godly Counsel</a> The decision to consult the apostles and elders in Jerusalem serves as a model for seeking godly counsel and wisdom when faced with difficult decisions. <a href="/topical/t/the_gospel_for_all.htm">The Gospel for All</a> The central issue of this passage reflects the broader biblical theme that the gospel is for all people, regardless of cultural or ethnic background.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 15</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_a_synod.htm">What defines a synod?</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_silas's_biblical_life.htm">What are the key events in Silas's biblical life?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_acts_contradict_paul's_letters.htm">Why does Acts contradict Paul's letters in key details, such as his visits to Jerusalem?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_verify_acts_15's_historicity.htm">Acts 15:1 – How can we verify the historicity of this Jerusalem Council when non-biblical sources are silent on such a pivotal event? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/acts/15.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) When therefore Paul and Barnabas.--The two Apostles must obviously have agreed in feeling that the teaching of the Judaisers (it will be convenient to use that term henceforth) involved a direct condemnation of all the work in which they saw the triumph of God's grace. They had proclaimed salvation through faith in Christ. Their converts were now told that they had been teaching a soul-destroying falsehood.No small dissension and disputation.--The first of the two words was that which had been used by classical writers, like Thucydides (iii. 82) and Aristotle (Polit. v. 2), to express the greatest evil of all political societies--the spirit of party and of faction. In <a href="/mark/15-7.htm" title="And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.">Mark 15:7</a>; <a href="/luke/23-19.htm" title="(Who for a certain sedition made in the city, and for murder, was cast into prison.)">Luke 23:19</a>, it is used of the "insurrection" in which Barabbas had been the ringleader. That element of evil was now beginning to show itself in the Christian Church.They determined that Paul and Barnabas.--These were naturally chosen as the representatives of the cause of which they had been the chief advocates. The "certain others" are not named, but the prophets of <a href="/acts/13-1.htm" title="Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.">Acts 13:1</a>, and the men of Cyprus and Cyrene of <a href="/acts/11-20.htm" title="And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spoke to the Grecians, preaching the LORD Jesus.">Acts 11:20</a>, were likely enough to have been chosen, and Titus was apparently taken up as an example of the fruits of St. Paul's labours (<a href="/galatians/1-3.htm" title="Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,">Galatians 1:3</a>). Looking to the Roman name which this disciple bore, it is not unlikely that he may have been among the first to whom the term Christian was applied. (See Note on <a href="/acts/11-26.htm" title="And when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.">Acts 11:26</a>.) The fulness with which the history of the Council is given, suggests the possibility that St. Luke himself may have been present at it. If not, he must have based his report on materials supplied by St. Paul or one of the other delegates from Antioch, possibly Manaen (<a href="/acts/13-1.htm" title="Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.">Acts 13:1</a>). . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/15.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 2. - And when for when therefore, A.V.; questioning for disputation, A.V.; the brethren (in italics) appointed for they determined, A.V. Certain other of them. One of these would be Titus (<a href="/galatians/2-1.htm">Galatians 2:1</a>). The circumstance that, on this occasion, St. Paul did go up to those who were apostles before him, to consult with them on a matter of doctrine, shows at once why he refers so pointedly to this visit in <a href="/galatians/2-1.htm">Galatians 2:1</a>, etc., and is almost conclusive evidence that this visit is the one there referred to. The companionship of Barnabas; the agreement of the expression, "I went up by revelation," with the fact that he was sent by the Church, doubtless in obedience to some voice of the Spirit, like that mentioned in <a href="/acts/13-2.htm">Acts 13:2</a>; the occasion, a dispute about the circumcision of Gentile converts; the line taken by Paul and Barnabas in declaring the conversion of the Gentiles (<a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Acts 15:4, 12</a>; <a href="/galatians/2.htm">Galatians 2</a>:27), and the result (<a href="/acts/15-19.htm">Acts 15:19</a>; <a href="/galatians/2-5.htm">Galatians 2:5, 7, 9</a>), are all strong, not to say conclusive, marks of the identity of the two visits. The apostles and elders. This phrase marks the constitution of the governing part of the Church of Jerusalem. The addition in vers. 22 and 23 of "the whole Church," and (according to the T.R.) of "the brethren," shows the part the body of the believers had in approving and sanctioning the decisions of the elders. The transaction marks the position of the Church of Jerusalem as the metropolitan Church of Christendom. <a href="/commentaries/acts/15-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>So γενομένης (genomenēs) Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. Paul Παύλῳ (Paulō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3972.htm">Strong's 3972: </a> Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Barnabas Βαρνάβᾳ (Barnaba) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_921.htm">Strong's 921: </a> Of Chaldee origin; son of Nabas; Barnabas, an Israelite. engaged στάσεως (staseōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4714.htm">Strong's 4714: </a> From the base of histemi; a standing, i.e. position; by implication, a popular uprising; figuratively, controversy. [these men] αὐτοὺς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. in sharp ὀλίγης (oligēs) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3641.htm">Strong's 3641: </a> Puny; especially neuter somewhat. debate. ζητήσεως (zētēseōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2214.htm">Strong's 2214: </a> A question, debate, controversy; a seeking, search. From zeteo; a searching, i.e. A dispute or its theme. [The two of them] Παῦλον (Paulon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3972.htm">Strong's 3972: </a> Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. were appointed, ἔταξαν (etaxan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5021.htm">Strong's 5021: </a> A prolonged form of a primary verb; to arrange in an orderly manner, i.e. Assign or dispose. along with καί (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. some τινας (tinas) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5100.htm">Strong's 5100: </a> Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object. other ἄλλους (allous) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_243.htm">Strong's 243: </a> Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different. [ believers ], ἐξ (ex) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1537.htm">Strong's 1537: </a> From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. to go up ἀναβαίνειν (anabainein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_305.htm">Strong's 305: </a> To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up. to εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. Jerusalem Ἰερουσαλὴμ (Ierousalēm) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2419.htm">Strong's 2419: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine. to [see] πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. apostles ἀποστόλους (apostolous) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_652.htm">Strong's 652: </a> From apostello; a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. elders πρεσβυτέρους (presbyterous) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4245.htm">Strong's 4245: </a> Comparative of presbus; older; as noun, a senior; specially, an Israelite Sanhedrist or Christian 'presbyter'. about περὶ (peri) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4012.htm">Strong's 4012: </a> From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time. this τούτου (toutou) Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. question. ζητήματος (zētēmatos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2213.htm">Strong's 2213: </a> A question, subject of inquiry, dispute. 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