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href="/bsb/acts/15.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/acts/15.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/acts/15.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />However, it seemed good to Silas to remain there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/acts/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/acts/15.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />But it seemed good to Silas to remain there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/acts/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />[But it seemed good to Silas to remain there.]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/acts/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />[But it seemed good to Silas to remain there.]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/acts/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />[However, Silas decided to stay there.]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/acts/15.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />- - -<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/acts/15.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/acts/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/acts/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />However, Silas decided to remain there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/acts/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Notwithstanding, it pleased Silas to abide there still.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/acts/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br /><div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/acts/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />[[and it seemed good to Silas to remain there still.]]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/acts/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and it seemed good to Silas to remain there still.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/acts/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And it seemed fitting to Silas to wait for him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/acts/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But it seemed good unto Silas to remain there; and Judas alone departed to Jerusalem. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/acts/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But it seemed good to Silas to remain there. So Judas alone departed to Jerusalem.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/acts/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br /> Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/15.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />However, it was Shila's will to remain there.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/acts/15.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />But it pleased Silas to remain there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/acts/15.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/acts/15.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />However Silas thought proper to abide there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/acts/15.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />however Silas thought fit to stay at Antioch,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/acts/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/acts/15.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br /><i>OMITTED TEXT.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/acts/15.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />But it seemed good to Silas to continue there: Paul also and Barnabas stayed at Antioch,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/acts/15-34.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/in5WTRQ9BSQ?start=5127" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/acts/15.htm">The Believers at Antioch Rejoice</a></span><br>……<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-13.htm">Acts 13:13</a></span><br />After setting sail from Paphos, Paul and his companions came to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-43.htm">Acts 13:43</a></span><br />After the synagogue was dismissed, many of the Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, who spoke to them and urged them to continue in the grace of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-46.htm">Acts 13:46</a></span><br />Then Paul and Barnabas answered them boldly: “It was necessary to speak the word of God to you first. But since you reject it and do not consider yourselves worthy of eternal life, we now turn to the Gentiles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/14-21.htm">Acts 14:21-23</a></span><br />They preached the gospel to that city and made many disciples. Then they returned to Lystra, Iconium, and Antioch, / strengthening the souls of the disciples and encouraging them to continue in the faith. “We must endure many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said. / Paul and Barnabas appointed elders for them in each church, praying and fasting as they entrusted them to the Lord, in whom they had believed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/16-1.htm">Acts 16:1-3</a></span><br />Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where he found a disciple named Timothy, the son of a believing Jewish woman and a Greek father. / The brothers in Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. / Paul wanted Timothy to accompany him, so he took him and circumcised him on account of the Jews in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/9-27.htm">Acts 9:27</a></span><br />Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/11-22.htm">Acts 11:22-24</a></span><br />When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch. / When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to abide in the Lord with all their hearts. / Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/12-25.htm">Acts 12:25</a></span><br />When Barnabas and Saul had fulfilled their mission to Jerusalem, they returned, bringing with them John, also called Mark.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/18-23.htm">Acts 18:23</a></span><br />After Paul had spent some time in Antioch, he traveled from place to place throughout the region of Galatia and Phrygia, strengthening all the disciples.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/19-22.htm">Acts 19:22</a></span><br />He sent two of his helpers, Timothy and Erastus, to Macedonia, while he stayed for a time in the province of Asia.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/20-4.htm">Acts 20:4</a></span><br />Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/21-16.htm">Acts 21:16</a></span><br />Some of the disciples from Caesarea accompanied us, and they took us to stay at the home of Mnason the Cypriot, an early disciple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/8-14.htm">Acts 8:14-17</a></span><br />When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them. / On their arrival, they prayed for them to receive the Holy Spirit. / For the Holy Spirit had not yet fallen upon any of them; they had simply been baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/11-30.htm">Acts 11:30</a></span><br />This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/15-2.htm">Acts 15:2</a></span><br />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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.</p><p class="hdg">it pleased.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/11-25.htm">Acts 11:25,26</a></b></br> Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/18-27.htm">Acts 18:27</a></b></br> And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/16-12.htm">1 Corinthians 16:12</a></b></br> As touching <i>our</i> brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/14-22.htm">Abide</a> <a href="/acts/15-28.htm">Good</a> <a href="/john/21-11.htm">Notwithstanding</a> <a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/acts/15-28.htm">Seemed</a> <a href="/acts/15-32.htm">Silas</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/16-15.htm">Abide</a> <a href="/acts/15-35.htm">Good</a> <a href="/acts/24-4.htm">Notwithstanding</a> <a href="/acts/21-17.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/acts/16-10.htm">Seemed</a> <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Silas</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 15</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/acts/15-1.htm">Great dissensions arise regarding circumcision.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/acts/15-5.htm">The apostles consult about it,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/acts/15-22.htm">and send their determination by letters to the churches.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">36. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/acts/15-36.htm">Paul and Barnabas, thinking to visit the brothers together, </a></span><br><span class="reftext">39. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/acts/15-39.htm">disagree, and travel different ways.</a></span><br></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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In the context of <a href="/acts/15.htm">Acts 15</a>, the Jerusalem Council had just concluded, and a letter was sent to the Gentile believers in Antioch with instructions. The use of "notwithstanding" suggests a deviation from the expected course of action, highlighting Silas's decision to remain in Antioch despite the general movement of others.<p><b>it pleased Silas</b><br>Silas, also known as Silvanus, was a prominent leader in the early church, recognized for his prophetic gifts (<a href="/acts/15-32.htm">Acts 15:32</a>). His decision to stay in Antioch was not out of obligation but personal conviction and satisfaction. This reflects the early church's reliance on the guidance of the Holy Spirit, as leaders like Silas were often led by divine prompting rather than human plans. Silas's role in the church is further emphasized in his later missionary journeys with Paul (<a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Acts 15:40</a>).<p><b>to abide there still</b><br>Antioch was a significant center for early Christianity, known for its diverse congregation of Jews and Gentiles. By choosing to remain, Silas contributed to the strengthening and encouragement of the church there. This decision also set the stage for his future partnership with Paul, as Antioch served as a launching point for missionary activities. The phrase underscores the importance of stability and presence in ministry, as Silas's continued stay would have provided continuity and support to the believers in Antioch.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/silas.htm">Silas</a></b><br>A leader in the early Christian church, Silas was a prophet and a companion of Paul on his missionary journeys. He played a significant role in the spread of the Gospel and was known for his dedication and faithfulness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/antioch.htm">Antioch</a></b><br>A major center of early Christianity, Antioch was a place where believers were first called Christians. It was a hub for missionary activity and theological discussions, including the events of <a href="/bsb/acts/15.htm">Acts 15</a>.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem_council.htm">Jerusalem Council</a></b><br>This was a pivotal meeting of the apostles and elders in Jerusalem to address the issue of whether Gentile converts to Christianity needed to follow Jewish law. The council's decision was crucial for the unity and growth of the early church.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul_and_barnabas.htm">Paul and Barnabas</a></b><br>Key figures in the early church, they were instrumental in spreading the Gospel to the Gentiles. Their missionary journeys and teachings were foundational to the establishment of Christian communities.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/j/judas.htm">Judas (called Barsabbas)</a></b><br>Along with Silas, Judas was sent from Jerusalem to Antioch with a letter from the apostles and elders, affirming the decisions of the Jerusalem Council.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_discernment.htm">The Importance of Discernment</a></b><br>Silas's decision to remain in Antioch demonstrates the need for discernment in ministry. Believers should seek God's guidance in making decisions that impact their spiritual journey and the community.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_community.htm">Commitment to Community</a></b><br>Silas's choice to stay highlights the value of commitment to a local church community. Christians are encouraged to invest in their local congregations, contributing to their growth and unity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/flexibility_in_ministry.htm">Flexibility in Ministry</a></b><br>The early church leaders, including Silas, showed flexibility in their ministry roles. Believers today should be open to God's leading, willing to adapt and serve where needed.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/partnership_in_the_gospel.htm">Partnership in the Gospel</a></b><br>Silas's partnership with Paul underscores the importance of collaboration in ministry. Christians are called to work together, supporting one another in the mission of spreading the Gospel.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_service.htm">Faithfulness in Service</a></b><br>Silas's actions reflect a deep faithfulness to God's calling. Believers are encouraged to remain faithful in their service, trusting that God will use their efforts for His purposes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 15</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/key_events_in_silas's_biblical_life.htm">What are the key events in Silas's biblical life?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_they_take_egyptian_valuables.htm">How does faith endure through challenges?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_jesus'_bible_prophecies.htm">What is God's will for me?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_delight_in_the_lord.htm">How can you delight yourself in the Lord?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/15.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 34.</span> - This verse is omitted in the R.T. and by the best manuscripts and commentators. It seems to have been put in to explain ver. 40. But Silas may have returned to Jerusalem, as stated in ver. 33, and come back again to Antioch, from having formed a strong attachment to St. Paul and his views. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/acts/15-34.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">It seemed good</span><br /><span class="grk">ἔδοξε</span> <span class="translit">(edoxe)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1380.htm">Strong's 1380: </a> </span><span class="str2">To think, seem, appear, it seems.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">however</span><br /><span class="grk">δὲ</span> <span class="translit">(de)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> </span><span class="str2">A weak adversative particle, generally placed second in its clause; but, on the other hand, and.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to Silas</span><br /><span class="grk">Σίλᾳ</span> <span class="translit">(Sila)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Dative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4609.htm">Strong's 4609: </a> </span><span class="str2">Silas, a pet-form of the name Silvanus; a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to remain</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐπιμεῖναι</span> <span class="translit">(epimeinai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">(a) to remain, tarry, (b) to remain in, persist in.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">there.</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(autou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_847.htm">Strong's 847: </a> </span><span class="str2">Here, there.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/acts/15-34.htm">Acts 15:34 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/acts/15-34.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 15:34 (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/15-33.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 15:33"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 15:33" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/15-35.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 15:35"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 15:35" /></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>