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and the assembly was divided. <a href="/nasb_/acts/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> When he said this, a dissension occurred between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/nasb/acts/23.htm">NASB 1995</a> As he said this, there occurred a dissension between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/nasb77/acts/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And as he said this, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and Sadducees; and the assembly was divided. <a href="/lsb/acts/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> As he said this, there was dissension between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/amp/acts/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a> When he said this, an angry dispute erupted between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the [whole crowded] assembly was divided [into two factions]. <a href="/csb/acts/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> When he said this, a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/hcsb/acts/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> When he said this, a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/asv/acts/23.htm">American Standard Version</a> And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and Sadducees; and the assembly was divided. <a href="/cev/acts/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> As soon as Paul said this, the Pharisees and the Sadducees got into a big argument, and the council members started taking sides. <a href="/erv/acts/23.htm">English Revised Version</a> And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and Sadducees: and the assembly was divided. <a href="/gwt/acts/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> After Paul said that, the Pharisees and Sadducees began to quarrel, and the men in the meeting were divided. <a href="/gnt/acts/23.htm">Good News Translation</a> As soon as he said this, the Pharisees and Sadducees started to quarrel, and the group was divided. ( <a href="/isv/acts/23.htm">International Standard Version</a> After he said that, an angry quarrel broke out between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly was divided, <a href="/msb/acts/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> As soon as he had said this, a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/net/acts/23.htm">NET Bible</a> When he said this, an argument began between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/nheb/acts/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> When he had said this, an argument arose between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. <a href="/wbt/acts/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees: and the multitude was divided. <a href="/wey/acts/23.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> These words of his caused an angry dispute between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly took different sides. <a href="/web/acts/23.htm">World English Bible</a> When he had said this, an argument arose between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the crowd was divided. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And he having spoken this, there came a dissension of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees, and the crowd was divided, <a href="/blb/acts/23.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And of him saying this, a dissension arose between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the crowd was divided. <a href="/ylt/acts/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And he having spoken this, there came a dissension of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees, and the crowd was divided, <a href="/slt/acts/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And he having spoken this, there was a dissension of the Pharisees and Sadducees: and the multitude was divided.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees; and the multitude was divided. <a href="/cpdv/acts/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And when he had said this, a dissension occurred between the Pharisees and the Sadducees. And the multitude was divided. <a href="/nabre/acts/23.htm">New American Bible</a> When he said this, a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the group became divided. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When he said this, a dissension began between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly was divided.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And when he had said this, there arose a dissension between the Phar’i-sees and the Sad’du-cees: and the people were divided. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/23.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> When he had said this, The Pharisees and The Sadducees fell one upon the other, and the group was divided.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/23.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And when he had said this, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the multitude was divided. <a href="/godbey/acts/23.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And he speaking this, there was a dissension of the Pharisees and Sadducees: and the multitude was divided. <a href="/haweis/acts/23.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> So when he had said this, a great dissension arose between the Pharisees and the Sadducees: and the multitude was divided. <a href="/mace/acts/23.htm">Mace New Testament</a> at these words the Pharisees and the Sadducees were all in confusion, the whole assembly being divided: <a href="/wey/acts/23.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> These words of his caused an angry dispute between the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and the assembly took different sides. <a href="/worrell/acts/23.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And, when he said this, there arose a dissension of the Pharisees and Sadducees; and the multitude was divided. <a href="/worsley/acts/23.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Upon his saying this, there rose a contention between the pharisees and the sadducees; and the people were divided. <a href="/parallel/acts/23-7.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=7716" 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> …6Then Paul, knowing that some of them were Sadducees and others Pharisees, called out in the Sanhedrin, “Brothers, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee. It is because of my hope in the resurrection of the dead that I am on trial.” 7<a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: Touto (DPro-ANS) -- This; he, she, it. ">As soon as</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></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.">he</a> <a href="/greek/2980.htm" title="2980: lalountos (V-PPA-GMS) -- A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.">had said this,</a> <a href="/greek/4714.htm" title="4714: stasis (N-NFS) -- From the base of histemi; a standing, i.e. position; by implication, a popular uprising; figuratively, controversy.">a dispute</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: egeneto (V-AIM-3S) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">broke out</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">between the</a> <a href="/greek/5330.htm" title="5330: Pharisaiōn (N-GMP) -- Of Hebrew origin; a separatist, i.e. Exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary.">Pharisees</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/4523.htm" title="4523: Saddoukaiōn (N-GMP) -- Probably from Sadok; a Sadducaean, or follower of a certain heretical Israelite.">Sadducees,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-NNS) -- 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/4128.htm" title="4128: plēthos (N-NNS) -- A multitude, crowd, great number, assemblage. From pletho; a fulness, i.e. A large number, throng, populace.">assembly</a> <a href="/greek/4977.htm" title="4977: eschisthē (V-AIP-3S) -- To rend, divide asunder, cleave. Apparently a primary verb; to split or sever.">was divided.</a> 8For the Sadducees say that there is neither a resurrection, nor angels, nor spirits, but the Pharisees acknowledge them all.…<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="/matthew/22-23.htm">Matthew 22:23-33</a> That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him. / “Teacher,” they said, “Moses declared that if a man dies without having children, his brother is to marry the widow and raise up offspring for him. / Now there were seven brothers among us. The first one married and died without having children. So he left his wife to his brother. ... <a href="/mark/12-18.htm">Mark 12:18-27</a> Then the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him: / “Teacher, Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him. / Now there were seven brothers. The first one married and died, leaving no children. ... <a href="/luke/20-27.htm">Luke 20:27-40</a> Then some of the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to question Him. / “Teacher,” they said, “Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him. / Now there were seven brothers. The first one married a wife but died childless. ... <a href="/acts/4-1.htm">Acts 4:1-2</a> While Peter and John were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple guard and the Sadducees came up to them, / greatly disturbed that they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection of the dead. <a href="/acts/5-17.htm">Acts 5:17</a> Then the high priest and all his associates, who belonged to the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. They went out <a href="/acts/15-5.htm">Acts 15:5</a> But some believers from the party of the Pharisees stood up and declared, “The Gentiles must be circumcised and required to obey the law of Moses.” <a href="/acts/17-32.htm">Acts 17:32</a> When they heard about the resurrection of the dead, some began to mock him, but others said, “We want to hear you again on this topic.” <a href="/acts/22-30.htm">Acts 22:30</a> The next day the commander, wanting to learn the real reason Paul was accused by the Jews, released him and ordered the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin to assemble. Then he brought Paul down and had him stand before them. <a href="/acts/24-21.htm">Acts 24:21</a> unless it was this one thing I called out as I stood in their presence: ‘It is concerning the resurrection of the dead that I am on trial before you today.’” <a href="/acts/26-6.htm">Acts 26:6-8</a> And now I stand on trial because of my hope in the promise that God made to our fathers, / the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. It is because of this hope, O king, that I am accused by the Jews. / Why would any of you consider it incredible that God raises the dead? <a href="/acts/28-23.htm">Acts 28:23-24</a> So they set a day to meet with Paul, and many people came to the place he was staying. He expounded to them from morning to evening, testifying about the kingdom of God and persuading them about Jesus from the Law of Moses and the Prophets. / Some of them were convinced by what he said, but others refused to believe. <a href="/1_corinthians/15-12.htm">1 Corinthians 15:12-19</a> But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? / If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. / And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is worthless, and so is your faith. ... <a href="/philippians/3-5.htm">Philippians 3:5</a> circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin; a Hebrew of Hebrews; as to the law, a Pharisee; <a href="/genesis/18-25.htm">Genesis 18:25</a> Far be it from You to do such a thing—to kill the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous and the wicked are treated alike. Far be it from You! Will not the Judge of all the earth do what is right?” <a href="/exodus/3-6.htm">Exodus 3:6</a> Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And when he had so said, there arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees: and the multitude was divided.there.<a href="/acts/14-4.htm">Acts 14:4</a> But the multitude of the city was divided: and part held with the Jews, and part with the apostles.<a href="/psalms/55-9.htm">Psalm 55:9</a> Destroy, O Lord, and divide their tongues: for I have seen violence and strife in the city.<a href="/matthew/10-34.htm">Matthew 10:34</a> Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/19-28.htm">Angry</a> <a href="/acts/18-28.htm">Argument</a> <a href="/acts/21-22.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/acts/13-43.htm">Broke</a> <a href="/acts/17-26.htm">Caused</a> <a href="/acts/22-22.htm">Crowd</a> <a href="/acts/21-34.htm">Different</a> <a href="/acts/15-2.htm">Dispute</a> <a href="/acts/15-2.htm">Dissension</a> <a href="/acts/14-4.htm">Divided</a> <a href="/acts/15-9.htm">Division</a> <a href="/acts/21-4.htm">Meeting</a> <a href="/acts/21-36.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/acts/19-23.htm">Occurred</a> <a href="/acts/23-6.htm">Pharisees</a> <a href="/acts/23-6.htm">Sadducees</a> <a href="/acts/5-17.htm">Sad'ducees</a> <a href="/john/4-40.htm">Sides</a> <a href="/acts/21-34.htm">Tumult</a> <a href="/acts/23-4.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/1-18.htm">Angry</a> <a href="/acts/23-10.htm">Argument</a> <a href="/romans/16-1.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/acts/27-35.htm">Broke</a> <a href="/romans/9-17.htm">Caused</a> <a href="/acts/24-12.htm">Crowd</a> <a href="/romans/2-11.htm">Different</a> <a href="/acts/25-19.htm">Dispute</a> <a href="/acts/23-10.htm">Dissension</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-13.htm">Divided</a> <a href="/romans/16-17.htm">Division</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-17.htm">Meeting</a> <a href="/acts/24-12.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/acts/23-9.htm">Occurred</a> <a href="/acts/23-8.htm">Pharisees</a> <a href="/acts/23-8.htm">Sadducees</a> <a href="/acts/23-8.htm">Sad'ducees</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-6.htm">Sides</a> <a href="/acts/24-18.htm">Tumult</a> <a href="/acts/23-25.htm">Words</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>As soon as he had said this This phrase refers to the immediate reaction to Paul's statement in the previous verse, where he declared his belief in the resurrection of the dead. This belief was a central tenet of Pharisaic doctrine but was rejected by the Sadducees. Paul's strategic mention of the resurrection was intended to create a division among his accusers, highlighting the theological rift between the two groups. This tactic reflects Paul's deep understanding of Jewish sects and their beliefs.a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and Sadducees The Pharisees and Sadducees were two prominent Jewish sects during the Second Temple period. The Pharisees believed in the resurrection, angels, and spirits, while the Sadducees denied these doctrines, focusing instead on the written Torah and rejecting oral traditions. This theological disagreement was significant and often led to conflicts. The dispute here underscores the deep-seated divisions within the Jewish leadership and highlights the contentious nature of religious debates at the time.and the assembly was divided The assembly, likely the Sanhedrin, was the highest Jewish council in Jerusalem, composed of both Pharisees and Sadducees. The division within the assembly illustrates the lack of unity among the Jewish leaders and their inability to present a united front against Paul. This division also serves to protect Paul temporarily, as the focus shifts from him to the internal conflict. Theologically, this division can be seen as a fulfillment of Jesus' words in <a href="/matthew/10-34.htm">Matthew 10:34-36</a>, where He speaks of bringing division, even among close groups, due to differing beliefs about Him and His teachings.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who is on trial and strategically mentions his belief in the resurrection to create division among his accusers. 2. <a href="/topical/p/pharisees.htm">Pharisees</a> A Jewish sect known for their strict adherence to the Law and belief in the resurrection, angels, and spirits. 3. <a href="/topical/s/sadducees.htm">Sadducees</a> A Jewish sect that denied the resurrection, angels, and spirits, often associated with the priestly and aristocratic classes. 4. <a href="/topical/s/sanhedrin.htm">Sanhedrin</a> The assembly or council of Jewish leaders, including both Pharisees and Sadducees, before whom Paul is brought. 5. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The city where this event takes place, a central location for Jewish religious and political life.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_strategic_wisdom.htm">The Power of Strategic Wisdom</a> Paul uses his knowledge of the theological differences between the Pharisees and Sadducees to his advantage. This teaches us the importance of understanding our audience and using wisdom in our interactions. <a href="/topical/t/the_centrality_of_the_resurrection.htm">The Centrality of the Resurrection</a> The resurrection is a core tenet of Christian faith, as evidenced by its ability to cause division among those who deny it. Believers are called to hold firmly to this truth. <a href="/topical/u/unity_and_division.htm">Unity and Division</a> The division between the Pharisees and Sadducees serves as a reminder of how doctrinal differences can lead to conflict. Christians are encouraged to seek unity in essential beliefs while handling disagreements with grace. <a href="/topical/c/courage_in_witness.htm">Courage in Witness</a> Paul's boldness in proclaiming his beliefs, even in the face of opposition, challenges us to stand firm in our faith and witness. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_conflict.htm">God's Sovereignty in Conflict</a> Despite the chaos and division, God's purposes are being fulfilled. This reassures us that God is in control, even in seemingly tumultuous situations.<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/what_was_the_purpose_of_the_sanhedrin.htm">What was the purpose of the Sanhedrin?</a> <a href="/q/how_do_sadducees_differ_from_pharisees.htm">What distinguishes Sadducees from Pharisees?</a> <a href="/q/did_paul_use_pharisee_status_to_divide.htm">Acts 23:6-7 - Did Paul use his Pharisee identity just to create division, and is there historical evidence supporting such a reaction from the council?</a> <a href="/q/who_were_the_scribes_and_pharisees.htm">Who were the scribes and Pharisees?</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>(7) There arose a dissension between the Pharisees and the Sadducees.--As a strategic act St. Paul's words had immediately the effect which he desired. They prevented the hasty unanimous vote which might otherwise have united the two parties, as they had been united in the case of Stephen, in the condemnation of the blasphemer. What follows shows that it was not without results as regards the higher aim.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 7. - Sadducees for the Sadducees, A.V.; assembly for multitude, A.V. <a href="/commentaries/acts/23-7.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>As soon as Τοῦτο (Touto) Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. he 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. had said [this], λαλοῦντος (lalountos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2980.htm">Strong's 2980: </a> A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. a dispute στάσις (stasis) Noun - Nominative 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. broke out ἐγένετο (egeneto) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person 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. between the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive 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. Pharisees Φαρισαίων (Pharisaiōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5330.htm">Strong's 5330: </a> Of Hebrew origin; a separatist, i.e. Exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Sadducees, Σαδδουκαίων (Saddoukaiōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4523.htm">Strong's 4523: </a> Probably from Sadok; a Sadducaean, or follower of a certain heretical Israelite. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. the τὸ (to) Article - Nominative 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. assembly πλῆθος (plēthos) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4128.htm">Strong's 4128: </a> A multitude, crowd, great number, assemblage. From pletho; a fulness, i.e. A large number, throng, populace. was divided. ἐσχίσθη (eschisthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4977.htm">Strong's 4977: </a> To rend, divide asunder, cleave. Apparently a primary verb; to split or sever. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/acts/23-7.htm">Acts 23:7 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/acts/23-7.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 23:7 When he had said this an argument (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/23-6.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 23:6"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 23:6" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/23-8.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 23:8"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 23:8" /></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>