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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/acts/24.htm" 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/24.htm">New International Version</a> and I have the same hope in God as these men themselves have, that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/nlt/acts/24.htm">New Living Translation</a> I have the same hope in God that these men have, that he will raise both the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/esv/acts/24.htm">English Standard Version</a> having a hope in God, which these men themselves accept, that there will be a resurrection of both the just and the unjust. <a href="/bsb/acts/24.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> and I have the same hope in God that they themselves cherish, that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/blb/acts/24.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> having a hope in God, which they themselves also await, that there is about to be a resurrection, both of the just and of the unjust. <a href="/kjv/acts/24.htm">King James Bible</a> And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. <a href="/nkjv/acts/24.htm">New King James Version</a> I have hope in God, which they themselves also accept, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and the unjust. <a href="/nasb_/acts/24.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> having a hope in God, which these men cherish themselves, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/nasb/acts/24.htm">NASB 1995</a> having a hope in God, which these men cherish themselves, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/nasb77/acts/24.htm">NASB 1977 </a> having a hope in God, which these men cherish themselves, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/lsb/acts/24.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> having a hope in God, for which these men are waiting, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/amp/acts/24.htm">Amplified Bible</a> having [the same] hope in God which these men cherish themselves, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of [the dead], both of the righteous and of the wicked. <a href="/csb/acts/24.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> I have a hope in God, which these men themselves also accept, that there will be a resurrection, both of the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/hcsb/acts/24.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> And I have a hope in God, which these men themselves also accept, that there is going to be a resurrection, both of the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/asv/acts/24.htm">American Standard Version</a> having hope toward God, which these also themselves look for, that there shall be a resurrection both of the just and unjust. <a href="/cev/acts/24.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I am just as sure as these people are that God will raise from death everyone, good or evil. <a href="/erv/acts/24.htm">English Revised Version</a> having hope toward God, which these also themselves look for, that there shall be a resurrection both of the just and unjust. <a href="/gwt/acts/24.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> I hope for the same thing my accusers do, that people with God's approval and those without it will come back to life. <a href="/gnt/acts/24.htm">Good News Translation</a> I have the same hope in God that these themselves have, namely, that all people, both the good and the bad, will rise from death. <a href="/isv/acts/24.htm">International Standard Version</a> I have the same hope in God that they themselves cherish—that there is to be a resurrection of the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/msb/acts/24.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> and I have the same hope in God that they themselves cherish, that there will be a resurrection of the dead?of both the righteous and the wicked. <a href="/net/acts/24.htm">NET Bible</a> I have a hope in God (a hope that these men themselves accept too) that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/nheb/acts/24.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> having hope toward God, which these also themselves look for, that there will be a resurrection, both of the just and unjust. <a href="/wbt/acts/24.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And have hope towards God, which they themselves also allow, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. <a href="/wey/acts/24.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and having a hope directed towards God, which my accusers themselves also entertain, that before long there will be a resurrection both of the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/web/acts/24.htm">World English Bible</a> having hope toward God, which these also themselves look for, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/24.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> having hope toward God, which they themselves also wait for, [that] there is about to be a resurrection of the dead, both of righteous and unrighteous; <a href="/blb/acts/24.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> having a hope in God, which they themselves also await, that there is about to be a resurrection, both of the just and of the unjust. <a href="/ylt/acts/24.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> having hope toward God, which they themselves also wait for, that there is about to be a rising again of the dead, both of righteous and unrighteous; <a href="/slt/acts/24.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Having hope to God, which they themselves also admit, a rising from the dead about to be, both of just and unjust.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/24.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Having hope in God, which these also themselves look for, that there shall be a resurrection of the just and unjust. <a href="/cpdv/acts/24.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> having a hope in God, which these others themselves also expect, that there will be a future resurrection of the just and the unjust. <a href="/nabre/acts/24.htm">New American Bible</a> I have the same hope in God as they themselves have that there will be a resurrection of the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/24.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> I have a hope in God—a hope that they themselves also accept—that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/24.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And I have the same hope in God which they themselves hold, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/24.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “And while I have hope in God, which they also do, they preach these things: There is going to be a resurrection from the dead, of the righteous and of the evil.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/24.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> having hope in God, which they themselves also admit, that I there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and of the unjust. <a href="/godbey/acts/24.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> having hope towards God, which they themselves also receive, that there is going to be a resurrection, both of the just and unjust. <a href="/haweis/acts/24.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and having hope in God, the same which they also profess to look for, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and of the unjust. <a href="/mace/acts/24.htm">Mace New Testament</a> I have the same expectations from the DEITY, which they themselves entertain, that of the resurrection both of the just and of the unjust. <a href="/wey/acts/24.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and having a hope directed towards God, which my accusers themselves also entertain, that before long there will be a resurrection both of the righteous and the unrighteous. <a href="/worrell/acts/24.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> having hope toward God?which these themselves also are looking for?that there will be a resurrection, both of the righteous and unrighteous. <a href="/worsley/acts/24.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> having hope in God, (which they themselves also expect) that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. <a href="/parallel/acts/24-15.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=8116" 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/24.htm">Paul's Defense to Felix</a> …14I do confess to you, however, that I worship the God of our fathers according to the Way, which they call a sect. I believe everything that is laid down by the Law and written in the Prophets, 15<a href="/greek/2192.htm" title="2192: echōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.">and I have</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">the same</a> <a href="/greek/1680.htm" title="1680: elpida (N-AFS) -- Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence.">hope</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.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hēn (RelPro-AFS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">that</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autoi (PPro-NM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">they</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: houtoi (DPro-NMP) -- This; he, she, it. ">themselves</a> <a href="/greek/4327.htm" title="4327: prosdechontai (V-PIM/P-3P) -- From pros and dechomai; to admit (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await.">cherish,</a> <a href="/greek/3195.htm" title="3195: mellein (V-PNA) -- A strengthened form of melo; to intend, i.e. Be about to be, do, or suffer something.">that there will</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: esesthai (V-FNM) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">be</a> <a href="/greek/386.htm" title="386: anastasin (N-AFS) -- A rising again, resurrection. From anistemi; a standing up again, i.e. a resurrection from death (its author), or a recovery.">a resurrection</a> <a href="/greek/5037.htm" title="5037: te (Conj) -- And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.">of both</a> <a href="/greek/1342.htm" title="1342: dikaiōn (Adj-GMP) -- From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy.">the righteous</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/94.htm" title="94: adikōn (Adj-GMP) -- Unjust, unrighteous, wicked. Specially, heathen.">the wicked.</a> 16In this hope, I strive always to maintain a clear conscience before God and man.…<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="/daniel/12-2.htm">Daniel 12:2</a> And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt. <a href="/john/5-28.htm">John 5:28-29</a> Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming when all who are in their graves will hear His voice / and come out—those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment. <a href="/1_corinthians/15-12.htm">1 Corinthians 15:12-22</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="/revelation/20-12.htm">Revelation 20:12-13</a> And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne. And books were opened, and one of them was the Book of Life. And the dead were judged according to their deeds, as recorded in the books. / The sea gave up its dead, and Death and Hades gave up their dead, and each one was judged according to his deeds. <a href="/1_thessalonians/4-13.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:13-16</a> Brothers, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you will not grieve like the rest, who are without hope. / For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, we also believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him. / By the word of the Lord, we declare to you that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who have fallen asleep. ... <a href="/philippians/3-10.htm">Philippians 3:10-11</a> I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death, / and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead. <a href="/matthew/25-31.htm">Matthew 25:31-46</a> When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, He will sit on His glorious throne. / All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. / He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left. ... <a href="/luke/14-14.htm">Luke 14:14</a> and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” <a href="/john/11-24.htm">John 11:24-25</a> Martha replied, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” / Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. <a href="/romans/6-5.htm">Romans 6:5</a> For if we have been united with Him like this in His death, we will certainly also be united with Him in His resurrection. <a href="/2_corinthians/5-10.htm">2 Corinthians 5:10</a> For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad. <a href="/ezekiel/37-12.htm">Ezekiel 37:12-14</a> Therefore prophesy and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘O My people, I will open your graves and bring you up from them, and I will bring you back to the land of Israel. / Then you, My people, will know that I am the LORD, when I open your graves and bring you up from them. / I will put My Spirit in you and you will live, and I will settle you in your own land. Then you will know that I, the LORD, have spoken, and I will do it, declares the LORD.’” <a href="/isaiah/26-19.htm">Isaiah 26:19</a> Your dead will live; their bodies will rise. Awake and sing, you who dwell in the dust! For your dew is like the dew of the morning, and the earth will bring forth her dead. <a href="/job/19-25.htm">Job 19:25-27</a> But I know that my Redeemer lives, and in the end He will stand upon the earth. / Even after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God. / I will see Him for myself; my eyes will behold Him, and not as a stranger. How my heart yearns within me! <a href="/hebrews/6-2.htm">Hebrews 6:2</a> instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust.have.<a href="/acts/24-21.htm">Acts 24:21</a> Except it be for this one voice, that I cried standing among them, Touching the resurrection of the dead I am called in question by you this day.<a href="/acts/26-6.htm">Acts 26:6,7</a> And now I stand and am judged for the hope of the promise made of God unto our fathers: … <a href="/acts/28-20.htm">Acts 28:20</a> For this cause therefore have I called for you, to see you, and to speak with you: because that for the hope of Israel I am bound with this chain.that.<a href="/acts/23-6.htm">Acts 23:6-8</a> But when Paul perceived that the one part were Sadducees, and the other Pharisees, he cried out in the council, Men and brethren, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee: of the hope and resurrection of the dead I am called in question… <a href="/job/19-25.htm">Job 19:25,26</a> For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: … <a href="/daniel/12-2.htm">Daniel 12:2</a> And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/24-3.htm">Accept</a> <a href="/acts/24-12.htm">Accusers</a> <a href="/acts/21-39.htm">Allow</a> <a href="/hosea/4-10.htm">Cherish</a> <a href="/acts/23-8.htm">Dead</a> <a href="/acts/23-31.htm">Directed</a> <a href="/luke/14-13.htm">Entertain</a> <a href="/acts/23-6.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/acts/7-25.htm">Hoping</a> <a href="/acts/23-8.htm">Resurrection</a> <a href="/acts/22-14.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/acts/23-8.htm">Rising</a> <a href="/acts/23-21.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/acts/22-3.htm">Towards</a> <a href="/luke/18-11.htm">Unjust</a> <a href="/acts/18-14.htm">Unrighteous</a> <a href="/acts/23-1.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/acts/23-30.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/acts/19-16.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/14-1.htm">Accept</a> <a href="/acts/25-16.htm">Accusers</a> <a href="/acts/27-7.htm">Allow</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-9.htm">Cherish</a> <a href="/acts/24-21.htm">Dead</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-14.htm">Directed</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-25.htm">Entertain</a> <a href="/acts/26-6.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/acts/24-26.htm">Hoping</a> <a href="/acts/24-21.htm">Resurrection</a> <a href="/romans/1-17.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/acts/24-21.htm">Rising</a> <a href="/acts/24-20.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/acts/24-16.htm">Towards</a> <a href="/romans/3-5.htm">Unjust</a> <a href="/romans/3-5.htm">Unrighteous</a> <a href="/romans/3-26.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/acts/25-3.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/romans/4-5.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 24</div>1. <a href="/acts/24-1.htm">Paul being accused by Tertullus the orator,</a> 10. <a href="/acts/24-10.htm">answers for his life and doctrine.</a> 24. <a href="/acts/24-24.htm">He preaches Christ to the governor and his wife.</a> 26. <a href="/acts/24-26.htm">The governor hopes for a bribe, but in vain.</a> 27. <a href="/acts/24-27.htm">Felix, succeeded by Festus, leaves Paul in prison.</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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It underscores the continuity of Paul's faith with the Jewish tradition, emphasizing that Christianity is not a departure from Judaism but a fulfillment of its promises. This hope is rooted in the Old Testament, where figures like Job (<a href="/job/19-25.htm">Job 19:25-27</a>) and Daniel (<a href="/daniel/12-2.htm">Daniel 12:2</a>) express belief in life after death.that they themselves cherish Here, "they" refers to the Jewish leaders, particularly the Pharisees, who also believed in the resurrection. This shared belief highlights a common theological ground between Paul and his accusers, despite their opposition to him. It also serves to show that the Christian message is not entirely foreign to Jewish thought. The Pharisees' belief in the resurrection is documented in historical texts like the writings of Josephus.that there will be a resurrection The concept of resurrection is central to Christian doctrine, affirming life after death and the eventual restoration of all things. This belief is not only a New Testament revelation but is also found in the Hebrew Scriptures, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/26-19.htm">Isaiah 26:19</a> and <a href="/ezekiel/37.htm">Ezekiel 37</a>. The resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian hope, as it promises eternal life through Jesus Christ, who is the "firstfruits" of those who have fallen asleep (<a href="/1_corinthians/15-20.htm">1 Corinthians 15:20</a>).of both the righteous and the wicked This phrase indicates a universal resurrection, where all people, regardless of their moral standing, will be raised. This is consistent with Jesus' teaching in <a href="/john/5-28.htm">John 5:28-29</a>, where He speaks of a resurrection to life and a resurrection to judgment. It underscores the biblical theme of divine justice and accountability, where every individual will face judgment based on their deeds (<a href="/revelation/20-12.htm">Revelation 20:12-13</a>). This dual resurrection reflects the comprehensive nature of God's plan for humanity, encompassing both reward and judgment.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who is speaking in this verse, defending himself before the Roman governor Felix. Paul is explaining his beliefs and the hope he holds in God. 2. <a href="/topical/f/felix.htm">Felix</a> The Roman governor of Judea before whom Paul is making his defense. Felix is known for his indecisiveness and corruption. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_sanhedrin.htm">The Sanhedrin</a> The Jewish council, some of whom are present and accusing Paul. They share the belief in the resurrection, which Paul mentions. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_resurrection.htm">The Resurrection</a> A central event in Christian eschatology, referring to the future raising of the dead, both the righteous and the wicked, for judgment. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_hope_in_god.htm">The Hope in God</a> This hope is a foundational aspect of Paul's faith, rooted in the promises of God as revealed in Scripture.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_universality_of_resurrection.htm">The Universality of Resurrection</a> The resurrection is not limited to believers; it includes both the righteous and the wicked. This underscores the universal scope of God's plan and the accountability of all humanity. <a href="/topical/h/hope_anchored_in_god.htm">Hope Anchored in God</a> Our hope is not in human institutions or philosophies but in God Himself, who has promised resurrection and judgment. This hope should shape our lives and priorities. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_doctrine.htm">The Importance of Doctrine</a> Understanding the doctrine of resurrection is crucial for a robust Christian faith. It affects how we live, our view of death, and our anticipation of the future. <a href="/topical/l/living_in_light_of_eternity.htm">Living in Light of Eternity</a> The reality of resurrection and judgment should motivate us to live holy and purposeful lives, knowing that our actions have eternal consequences. <a href="/topical/e/engaging_with_unbelievers.htm">Engaging with Unbelievers</a> Like Paul, we should be prepared to share our hope in the resurrection with others, using it as a bridge to discuss the gospel and the need for salvation.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_24.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 24</a> <a href="/q/what_was_jesus'_purpose_on_earth.htm">What was Jesus' purpose on Earth?</a> <a href="/q/how_do_psalms_foreshadow_jesus.htm">How do Psalms foreshadow Jesus Christ's life and mission?</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_the_efca.htm">What defines the Evangelical Free Church of America?</a> <a href="/q/what_was_jesus'_ministry_for.htm">What was the purpose of Jesus' ministry?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/acts/24.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(15) Which they themselves also allow . . .--We have the same tact, perhaps also the same sympathy, as in <a href="/acts/23-6.htm" title="But when Paul perceived that the one part were Sadducees, and the other Pharisees, he cried out in the council, Men and brothers, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee: of the hope and resurrection of the dead I am called in question.">Acts 23:6</a>. He identifies himself, on this point, not only with the Pharisees but with the great bulk of the Jewish people.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/24.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 15. - Having for and have, A.V.; these also themselves look for for they themselves also allow, A.V.; resurrection for resurrection of the dead, A.V. and T.R. Which these also themselves look for (see <a href="/acts/23-6.htm">Acts 23:6</a>). Both of the just, etc. This is distinctly taught in <a href="/daniel/12-2.htm">Daniel 12:2</a> (comp. <a href="/matthew/25-46.htm">Matthew 25:46</a>; <a href="/john/5-29.htm">John 5:29</a>). <a href="/commentaries/acts/24-15.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[and] I have ἔχων (echōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2192.htm">Strong's 2192: </a> To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. [the same] καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. hope ἐλπίδα (elpida) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1680.htm">Strong's 1680: </a> Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence. in 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. God Θεόν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. that ἣν (hēn) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. they αὐτοὶ (autoi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 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. themselves οὗτοι (houtoi) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. cherish, προσδέχονται (prosdechontai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4327.htm">Strong's 4327: </a> From pros and dechomai; to admit (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await. [that] there will μέλλειν (mellein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3195.htm">Strong's 3195: </a> A strengthened form of melo; to intend, i.e. Be about to be, do, or suffer something. be ἔσεσθαι (esesthai) Verb - Future Infinitive Middle <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. a resurrection ἀνάστασιν (anastasin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_386.htm">Strong's 386: </a> A rising again, resurrection. From anistemi; a standing up again, i.e. a resurrection from death (its author), or a recovery. of both τε (te) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_5037.htm">Strong's 5037: </a> And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also. [the] righteous δικαίων (dikaiōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1342.htm">Strong's 1342: </a> From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [the] wicked. ἀδίκων (adikōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_94.htm">Strong's 94: </a> Unjust, unrighteous, wicked. 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