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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/acts/23.htm">New International Version</a> At this the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/nlt/acts/23.htm">New Living Translation</a> Instantly Ananias the high priest commanded those close to Paul to slap him on the mouth. <a href="/esv/acts/23.htm">English Standard Version</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded those who stood by him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/bsb/acts/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> At this, the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/blb/acts/23.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Then the high priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to strike his mouth. <a href="/kjv/acts/23.htm">King James Bible</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth. <a href="/nkjv/acts/23.htm">New King James Version</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded those who stood by him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/nasb_/acts/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But the high priest Ananias commanded those standing beside him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/nasb/acts/23.htm">NASB 1995</a> The high priest Ananias commanded those standing beside him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/nasb77/acts/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And the high priest Ananias commanded those standing beside him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/lsb/acts/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And the high priest Ananias commanded those standing beside him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/amp/acts/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a> [At this] the high priest Ananias ordered those who stood beside him to strike Paul on the mouth. <a href="/csb/acts/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The high priest Ananias ordered those who were standing next to him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/hcsb/acts/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But the high priest Ananias ordered those who were standing next to him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/asv/acts/23.htm">American Standard Version</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth. <a href="/cev/acts/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Then Ananias the high priest ordered the men standing beside Paul to hit him on the mouth. <a href="/erv/acts/23.htm">English Revised Version</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth. <a href="/gwt/acts/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The chief priest Ananias ordered the men standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/gnt/acts/23.htm">Good News Translation</a> The High Priest Ananias ordered those who were standing close to Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/isv/acts/23.htm">International Standard Version</a> Then the high priest Ananias ordered the men standing near him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/msb/acts/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> At this, the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/net/acts/23.htm">NET Bible</a> At that the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/nheb/acts/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The high priest, Ananias, commanded those who stood by him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/wbt/acts/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him, to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/wey/acts/23.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> On hearing this the High Priest Ananias ordered those who were standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/web/acts/23.htm">World English Bible</a> The high priest, Ananias, commanded those who stood by him to strike him on the mouth. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and the chief priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to strike him on the mouth, <a href="/blb/acts/23.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Then the high priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to strike his mouth. <a href="/ylt/acts/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and the chief priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to smite him on the mouth, <a href="/slt/acts/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And the chief priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to strike his month.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/cpdv/acts/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And the high priest, Ananias, instructed those who were standing nearby to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/nabre/acts/23.htm">New American Bible</a> The high priest Ananias ordered his attendants to strike his mouth. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Then the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near him to strike him on the mouth.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And the high priest An-a-ni’as commanded those who stood by his side to strike Paul on the mouth. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/23.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And Khanan-Yah The Priest commanded those who stood on the side to hit Paulus on his mouth.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/23.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And the chief priest, Ananias, commanded those who stood by to smite him on the mouth. <a href="/godbey/acts/23.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And the high priest Ananias commanded those standing near him to smite him in the mouth. <a href="/haweis/acts/23.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then the high-priest Ananias commanded those who stood by him to smite him on the mouth.<CM> <a href="/mace/acts/23.htm">Mace New Testament</a> at which the high priest Ananias order'd those that were near him to strike him on the face: <a href="/wey/acts/23.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> On hearing this the High Priest Ananias ordered those who were standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. <a href="/worrell/acts/23.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And the high priest, Ananias, commanded those who stood by, to smite him on the mouth. <a href="/worsley/acts/23.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> but the high priest Ananias ordered those that stood next him, to smite him on the mouth. <a href="/parallel/acts/23-2.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=7656" 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/23.htm">Paul Before the Sanhedrin</a> 1Paul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.” 2<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">At this,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- 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/749.htm" title="749: archiereus (N-NMS) -- High priest, chief priest. From arche and hiereus; the high-priest; by extension a chief priest.">high priest</a> <a href="/greek/367.htm" title="367: Hananias (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Ananias, the name of three Israelites.">Ananias</a> <a href="/greek/2004.htm" title="2004: epetaxen (V-AIA-3S) -- To give order, command, charge. From epi and tasso; to arrange upon, i.e. Order.">ordered</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">those</a> <a href="/greek/3936.htm" title="3936: parestōsin (V-RPA-DMP) -- Or prolonged paristano from para and histemi; to stand beside, i.e. to exhibit, proffer, recommend, substantiate; or to be at hand, aid.">standing near</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Paul</a> <a href="/greek/5180.htm" title="5180: typtein (V-PNA) -- To beat, strike, wound, inflict punishment. ">to strike</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">him</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-ANS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">on the</a> <a href="/greek/4750.htm" title="4750: stoma (N-ANS) -- The mouth, speech, eloquence in speech, the point of a sword. ">mouth.</a> 3Then Paul said to him, “God will strike you, you whitewashed wall! You sit here to judge me according to the law, yet you yourself violate the law by commanding that I be struck.”…<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="/john/18-22.htm">John 18:22-23</a> When Jesus had said this, one of the officers standing nearby slapped Him in the face and said, “Is this how You answer the high priest?” / Jesus replied, “If I said something wrong, testify as to what was wrong. But if I spoke correctly, why did you strike Me?” <a href="/matthew/26-67.htm">Matthew 26:67</a> Then they spit in His face and struck Him. Others slapped Him <a href="/mark/14-65.htm">Mark 14:65</a> Then some of them began to spit on Him. They blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, “Prophesy!” And the officers received Him with slaps in His face. <a href="/luke/22-63.htm">Luke 22:63-64</a> The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him. / They blindfolded Him and kept demanding, “Prophesy! Who hit You?” <a href="/john/19-3.htm">John 19:3</a> And they went up to Him again and again, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” and slapping Him in the face. <a href="/1_kings/22-24.htm">1 Kings 22:24</a> Then Zedekiah son of Chenaanah went up, struck Micaiah in the face, and demanded, “Which way did the Spirit of the LORD go when He departed from me to speak with you?” <a href="/2_chronicles/18-23.htm">2 Chronicles 18:23</a> Then Zedekiah son of Chenaanah went up, struck Micaiah in the face, and demanded, “Which way did the Spirit of the LORD go when He departed from me to speak with you?” <a href="/jeremiah/20-2.htm">Jeremiah 20:2</a> he had Jeremiah the prophet beaten and put in the stocks at the Upper Gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the LORD. <a href="/jeremiah/26-11.htm">Jeremiah 26:11</a> Then the priests and prophets said to the officials and all the people, “This man is worthy of death, for he has prophesied against this city, as you have heard with your own ears!” <a href="/lamentations/3-30.htm">Lamentations 3:30</a> Let him offer his cheek to the one who would strike him; let him be filled with reproach. <a href="/micah/5-1.htm">Micah 5:1</a> Now, O daughter of troops, mobilize your troops; for a siege is laid against us! With a rod they will strike the cheek of the judge of Israel. <a href="/matthew/5-39.htm">Matthew 5:39</a> But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also; <a href="/john/18-19.htm">John 18:19-24</a> Meanwhile, the high priest questioned Jesus about His disciples and His teaching. / “I have spoken openly to the world,” Jesus answered. “I always taught in the synagogues and at the temple, where all the Jews come together. I said nothing in secret. / Why are you asking Me? Ask those who heard My message. Surely they know what I said.” ... <a href="/1_peter/2-23.htm">1 Peter 2:23</a> When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly. <a href="/isaiah/50-6.htm">Isaiah 50:6</a> I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth.Ananias.<a href="/acts/24-1.htm">Acts 24:1</a> And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a certain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul.to smite.<a href="/1_kings/22-24.htm">1 Kings 22:24</a> But Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah went near, and smote Micaiah on the cheek, and said, Which way went the Spirit of the LORD from me to speak unto thee?<a href="/jeremiah/20-2.htm">Jeremiah 20:2</a> Then Pashur smote Jeremiah the prophet, and put him in the stocks that were in the high gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the LORD.<a href="/micah/5-1.htm">Micah 5:1</a> Now gather thyself in troops, O daughter of troops: he hath laid siege against us: they shall smite the judge of Israel with a rod upon the cheek.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/22-12.htm">Ananias</a> <a href="/acts/22-12.htm">Anani'as</a> <a href="/acts/12-13.htm">Blow</a> <a href="/acts/22-30.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/acts/22-30.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/acts/22-26.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/acts/22-12.htm">High</a> <a href="/acts/22-14.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/acts/22-30.htm">Ordered</a> <a href="/acts/22-24.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/acts/23-1.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/22-5.htm">Priest</a> <a href="/john/18-23.htm">Smite</a> <a href="/acts/22-25.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/acts/22-25.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/john/18-23.htm">Strike</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/24-1.htm">Ananias</a> <a href="/acts/24-1.htm">Anani'as</a> <a href="/acts/27-13.htm">Blow</a> <a href="/acts/23-4.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/acts/23-10.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/acts/23-19.htm">Hearing</a> <a href="/acts/23-4.htm">High</a> <a href="/romans/3-14.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/acts/23-10.htm">Ordered</a> <a href="/acts/23-3.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/acts/23-3.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/23-4.htm">Priest</a> <a href="/acts/23-3.htm">Smite</a> <a href="/acts/23-4.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/acts/23-4.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/acts/23-3.htm">Strike</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 23</div>1. <a href="/acts/23-1.htm">As Paul pleads his cause,</a> 2. <a href="/acts/23-2.htm">Ananias commands them to strike him.</a> 7. <a href="/acts/23-7.htm">Dissension among his accusers.</a> 11. <a href="/acts/23-11.htm">God encourages him.</a> 14. <a href="/acts/23-14.htm">The Jews' vow to kill Paul,</a> 20. <a href="/acts/23-20.htm">is declared unto the chief captain.</a> 27. <a href="/acts/23-27.htm">He sends him to Felix the governor.</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/acts/23.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/acts/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/acts/23.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>At this This phrase refers to the preceding events where Paul is addressing the Sanhedrin. Paul had declared that he had lived his life with a clear conscience before God. This statement provoked a reaction from the high priest. The context is a tense and hostile environment, as Paul is on trial for his teachings about Jesus Christ, which were controversial and divisive among Jewish leaders.the high priest Ananias Ananias was the high priest from approximately AD 47 to 59. He was known for his quick temper and harshness. Historical records, such as those by Josephus, describe him as a corrupt and violent leader, which aligns with his reaction to Paul. The role of the high priest was significant in Jewish society, serving as the chief religious authority and a political leader under Roman rule.ordered those standing near Paul This indicates the presence of temple guards or attendants who were responsible for maintaining order during proceedings. The high priest had the authority to command these individuals, reflecting the hierarchical structure of the Sanhedrin. The Sanhedrin was the supreme council and tribunal of the Jews during post-exilic times, composed of 71 members, including the high priest.to strike him on the mouth Striking someone on the mouth was a sign of rebuke and disrespect, often used to silence or punish someone for perceived blasphemy or insolence. This act was contrary to Jewish law, which required a fair trial and due process. The action foreshadows the suffering and persecution that Paul, like Jesus, would endure for his testimony. It also echoes Jesus' own experience when He was struck during His trial (<a href="/john/18-22.htm">John 18:22</a>), highlighting the parallel between the experiences of Christ and His apostles.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> A key figure in the early Christian church, formerly known as Saul of Tarsus. He was a Pharisee and a Roman citizen who became a devoted follower of Jesus Christ after a dramatic conversion experience. In <a href="/bsb/acts/23.htm">Acts 23</a>, Paul is on trial before the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council. 2. <a href="/topical/a/ananias.htm">Ananias</a> The high priest at the time of Paul's trial. Known for his harshness and corruption, Ananias orders Paul to be struck, demonstrating his authority and disdain for Paul's message. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_sanhedrin.htm">The Sanhedrin</a> The Jewish ruling council composed of chief priests, elders, and scribes. They were responsible for religious and some civil matters in Jewish society. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The city where this event takes place. It is a central location for Jewish worship and the early Christian church. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_roman_tribune.htm">The Roman Tribune</a> Though not directly mentioned in this verse, the Roman tribune plays a role in the surrounding account, as he is responsible for maintaining order and has taken Paul into custody.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/a/authority_and_abuse.htm">Authority and Abuse</a> Ananias' order to strike Paul is an example of the misuse of religious authority. Believers should be wary of leaders who use their position to harm rather than to serve. <a href="/topical/r/responding_to_injustice.htm">Responding to Injustice</a> Paul's situation encourages Christians to consider how they respond to personal injustice. While Paul does not retaliate physically, he does speak out against the wrong done to him, showing that it is appropriate to address injustice with truth. <a href="/topical/c/courage_in_witness.htm">Courage in Witness</a> Despite the hostility he faces, Paul remains steadfast in his mission to testify about Jesus. This challenges believers to be bold in their witness, even when facing opposition. <a href="/topical/t/the_cost_of_discipleship.htm">The Cost of Discipleship</a> Following Christ can lead to persecution and suffering, as seen in Paul's experience. Christians are called to count the cost and remain faithful, trusting in God's ultimate justice. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a> Despite the chaos and opposition, God is in control of the situation. This reminds believers that God can use even difficult circumstances for His purposes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_23.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 23</a> <a href="/q/why_did_paul_insult_the_high_priest.htm">Acts 23:2–5 – Why would Paul insult the high priest if he claimed to follow Jewish law and respect its leaders? </a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_sin_ignorance.htm">Who were the three biblical men named Ananias?</a> <a href="/q/acts_23__is_claudius_lysias_accurate.htm">Acts 23 - Are the Roman legal procedures and the role of the commander, Claudius Lysias, accurately portrayed compared to known historical records?</a> <a href="/q/who_were_the_three_ananias_in_the_bible.htm">Who were the three biblical men named Ananias?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/acts/23.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) The high priest Ananias.--See Note on <a href="/acts/22-5.htm" title="As also the high priest does bear me witness, and all the estate of the elders: from whom also I received letters to the brothers, and went to Damascus, to bring them which were there bound to Jerusalem, for to be punished.">Acts 22:5</a>. The son of Nebedaeus was conspicuous for his cruelty and injustice, and had been sent to Rome as a prisoner to take his trial before Claudius (A.D. 52). He had been acquitted, or at least released, and had returned to Judaea. To him this assertion of a life so utterly unlike his own seemed almost like a personal insult. He fitted the cap, and raged with a brutal cruelty which reminds us of Jeffreys' treatment of Baxter.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 2. - Ananias, the son of Nebedaeus, successor of Joseph the son of Camel, or Camydus ('Ant. Jud.,' 20. 1:3; 5:2), appears to have been actually high priest at this time. He was a violent, haughty, gluttonous, and rapacious man, and vet looked up to by the Jews ("tres considere," Renan). He had probably lately returned from Rome, having been confirmed, as it seems, in his office by Claudius, to whom Quadratus, the predecessor of Felix, has sent him as a prisoner, to answer certain charges of sedition against him. He seems to have been high priest for the unusually long period of over ten years - from A.D. to A.D. (see Josephus, 'Ant. Jud.,' 20. 5:2; 6:2, 3; 8:8). But, on the other hand, Josephus ('Ant. Jud.,' 20. 8:5) speaks of a certain Jonathan being high priest during the government of Felix, and being murdered by the Sicarii at his instigation; which looks as if Ananias's high priesthood had been interrupt el. It would appear, too, from 20. 8:8, that Ismael the son of Fabi succeeded to Jonathan, net to Ananias, as is usually supposed. But the question is involved in great obscurity. <a href="/commentaries/acts/23-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>At this, δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <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. high priest ἀρχιερεὺς (archiereus) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_749.htm">Strong's 749: </a> High priest, chief priest. From arche and hiereus; the high-priest; by extension a chief priest. Ananias Ἁνανίας (Hananias) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_367.htm">Strong's 367: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Ananias, the name of three Israelites. ordered ἐπέταξεν (epetaxen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2004.htm">Strong's 2004: </a> To give order, command, charge. From epi and tasso; to arrange upon, i.e. Order. those τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative 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. standing near παρεστῶσιν (parestōsin) Verb - Perfect Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3936.htm">Strong's 3936: </a> Or prolonged paristano from para and histemi; to stand beside, i.e. to exhibit, proffer, recommend, substantiate; or to be at hand, aid. [Paul] αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <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. to strike τύπτειν (typtein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_5180.htm">Strong's 5180: </a> To beat, strike, wound, inflict punishment. him αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <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. on the τὸ (to) Article - Accusative Neuter Singular <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. mouth. στόμα (stoma) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4750.htm">Strong's 4750: </a> The mouth, speech, eloquence in speech, the point of a sword. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/acts/23-2.htm">Acts 23:2 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/acts/23-2.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 23:2 The high priest Ananias commanded those who (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/23-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 23:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 23:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/23-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 23:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 23:3" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>