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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/11.htm">New International Version</a> The Lord&#8217s hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/nlt/acts/11.htm">New Living Translation</a> The power of the Lord was with them, and a large number of these Gentiles believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/esv/acts/11.htm">English Standard Version</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/bsb/acts/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/blb/acts/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number, having believed, turned to the Lord. <a href="/kjv/acts/11.htm">King James Bible</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. <a href="/nkjv/acts/11.htm">New King James Version</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/nasb_/acts/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/nasb/acts/11.htm">NASB 1995</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/nasb77/acts/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/lsb/acts/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/amp/acts/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a> And the hand (the power and presence) of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord [for salvation, accepting and drawing near to Jesus as Messiah and Savior]. <a href="/csb/acts/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The Lord’s hand was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/hcsb/acts/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> The Lord&#8217s hand was with them, and a large number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/asv/acts/11.htm">American Standard Version</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number that believed turned unto the Lord. <a href="/cev/acts/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The Lord's power was with them, and many people turned to the Lord and put their faith in him. <a href="/erv/acts/11.htm">English Revised Version</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number that believed turned unto the Lord. <a href="/gwt/acts/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The Lord's power was with his followers, and a large number of people believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/gnt/acts/11.htm">Good News Translation</a> The Lord's power was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/isv/acts/11.htm">International Standard Version</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number of people believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/msb/acts/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/net/acts/11.htm">NET Bible</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/nheb/acts/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/wbt/acts/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord. <a href="/wey/acts/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The power of the Lord was with them, and there were a vast number who believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/web/acts/11.htm">World English Bible</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed and turned to the Lord. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and the hand of the LORD was with them, a great number also, having believed, turned to the LORD. <a href="/blb/acts/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number, having believed, turned to the Lord. <a href="/ylt/acts/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and the hand of the Lord was with them, a great number also, having believed, did turn unto the Lord. <a href="/slt/acts/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them; and a great number having believed, turned to the Lord.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believing, were converted to the Lord. <a href="/cpdv/acts/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them. And a great number believed and were converted to the Lord. <a href="/nabre/acts/11.htm">New American Bible</a> The hand of the Lord was with them and a great number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number became believers and turned to the Lord.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And the hand of the LORD was with them: and a great number believed, and turned to the LORD. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And the hand of THE LORD JEHOVAH was with them, and many believed and were turned to THE LORD JEHOVAH.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord. <a href="/godbey/acts/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number having believed, turned to the Lord. <a href="/haweis/acts/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a vast multitude believing, turned to the Lord. <a href="/mace/acts/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a> and as the divine assistance accompany'd them, a great number of persons believed and became converts. <a href="/wey/acts/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The power of the Lord was with them, and there were a vast number who believed and turned to the Lord. <a href="/worrell/acts/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them; and a great number who believed turned to the Lord. <a href="/worsley/acts/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. <a href="/parallel/acts/11-21.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=3702" 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/11.htm">The Church at Antioch</a> …20But some of them, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and began speaking to the Greeks as well, proclaiming the good news about the Lord Jesus. 21<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/5495.htm" title="5495: cheir (N-NFS) -- A hand. ">The hand</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriou (N-GMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">of the Lord</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">was</a> <a href="/greek/3326.htm" title="3326: met’ (Prep) -- (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. ">with</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">them,</a> <a href="/greek/5037.htm" title="5037: te (Conj) -- And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.">and</a> <a href="/greek/4183.htm" title="4183: polys (Adj-NMS) -- Much, many; often. ">a great</a> <a href="/greek/706.htm" title="706: arithmos (N-NMS) -- A number, total. From airo; a number.">number of people</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."></a> <a href="/greek/4100.htm" title="4100: pisteusas (V-APA-NMS) -- From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust.">believed</a> <a href="/greek/1994.htm" title="1994: epestrepsen (V-AIA-3S) -- From epi and strepho; to revert.">and turned</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">to</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.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrion (N-AMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord.</a> 22When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch.…<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="/acts/2-47.htm">Acts 2:47</a> praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. <a href="/acts/9-35.htm">Acts 9:35</a> and all who lived in Lydda and Sharon saw him and turned to the Lord. <a href="/acts/14-1.htm">Acts 14:1</a> At Iconium, Paul and Barnabas went as usual into the Jewish synagogue, where they spoke so well that a great number of Jews and Greeks believed. <a href="/acts/16-14.htm">Acts 16:14</a> Among those listening was a woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message. <a href="/acts/18-10.htm">Acts 18:10</a> For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.” <a href="/acts/19-20.htm">Acts 19:20</a> So the word of the Lord powerfully continued to spread and prevail. <a href="/acts/20-21.htm">Acts 20:21</a> testifying to Jews and Greeks alike about repentance to God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/acts/26-18.htm">Acts 26:18</a> to open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among those sanctified by faith in Me.’ <a href="/john/4-39.htm">John 4:39-42</a> Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in Jesus because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me everything I ever did.” / So when the Samaritans came to Him, they asked Him to stay with them, and He stayed two days. / And many more believed because of His message. ... <a href="/john/12-32.htm">John 12:32</a> And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw everyone to Myself.” <a href="/luke/1-66.htm">Luke 1:66</a> And all who heard this wondered in their hearts and asked, “What then will this child become?” For the Lord’s hand was with him. <a href="/luke/24-45.htm">Luke 24:45-47</a> Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. / And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, / and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem. <a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">Matthew 28:18-20</a> Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. / Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, / and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” <a href="/isaiah/55-11.htm">Isaiah 55:11</a> so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it. <a href="/isaiah/60-3.htm">Isaiah 60:3</a> Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord.the hand.<a href="/2_chronicles/30-12.htm">2 Chronicles 30:12</a> Also in Judah the hand of God was to give them one heart to do the commandment of the king and of the princes, by the word of the LORD.<a href="/ezra/7-9.htm">Ezra 7:9</a> For upon the first day of the first month began he to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him.<a href="/ezra/8-18.htm">Ezra 8:18</a> And by the good hand of our God upon us they brought us a man of understanding, of the sons of Mahli, the son of Levi, the son of Israel; and Sherebiah, with his sons and his brethren, eighteen;and a.<a href="/acts/11-24.htm">Acts 11:24</a> For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.<a href="/acts/2-47.htm">Acts 2:47</a> Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.<a href="/acts/4-4.htm">Acts 4:4</a> Howbeit many of them which heard the word believed; and the number of the men was about five thousand.turned.<a href="/acts/9-35.htm">Acts 9:35</a> And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord.<a href="/acts/15-19.htm">Acts 15:19</a> Wherefore my sentence is, that we trouble not them, which from among the Gentiles are turned to God:<a href="/acts/26-18.htm">Acts 26:18-20</a> To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/11-17.htm">Believed</a> <a href="/acts/10-45.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/acts/11-5.htm">Great</a> <a href="/acts/9-41.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/acts/10-27.htm">Large</a> <a href="/acts/10-38.htm">Power</a> <a href="/acts/9-35.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/acts/9-40.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/john/21-25.htm">Vast</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/13-12.htm">Believed</a> <a href="/acts/11-24.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/acts/11-24.htm">Great</a> <a href="/acts/11-30.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/acts/11-24.htm">Large</a> <a href="/acts/12-11.htm">Power</a> <a href="/acts/12-25.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/acts/14-21.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/acts/19-26.htm">Vast</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 11</div>1. <a href="/acts/11-1.htm">Peter, being accused for preaching to the Gentiles,</a> 5. <a href="/acts/11-5.htm">makes his defense;</a> 18. <a href="/acts/11-18.htm">which is accepted.</a> 19. <a href="/acts/11-19.htm">The gospel being spread in Phoenicia, and Cyprus, and Antioch, </a> 22. <a href="/acts/11-22.htm">Barnabas is sent to confirm them.</a> 26. <a href="/acts/11-26.htm">The disciples are first called Christians at Antioch.</a> 27. <a href="/acts/11-27.htm">They send relief to the brothers in Judea in time of famine.</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/11.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/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>The hand of the Lord was with them This phrase signifies divine favor and empowerment. In biblical context, "the hand of the Lord" often represents God's power and presence actively working in the lives of His people (<a href="/exodus/9-3.htm">Exodus 9:3</a>, <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a>). Here, it indicates that the success of the early Christians in spreading the Gospel was not due to human effort alone but was a result of God's intervention. This aligns with the broader narrative of Acts, where the Holy Spirit guides and empowers the apostles (<a href="/acts/1-8.htm">Acts 1:8</a>). The phrase also echoes Old Testament instances where God's hand led Israel to victory and deliverance, suggesting continuity in God's redemptive work through Jesus Christ.and a great number of people believed The phrase highlights the effectiveness of the Gospel message when accompanied by divine power. The term "believed" implies more than intellectual assent; it denotes a deep, personal trust in Jesus Christ as Savior. This belief is transformative, leading to a new identity in Christ (<a href="/2_corinthians/5-17.htm">2 Corinthians 5:17</a>). The "great number" suggests a significant movement, indicating that the Gospel was breaking cultural and religious barriers, fulfilling Jesus' command to make disciples of all nations (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19</a>). This growth is a testament to the work of the Holy Spirit in convicting hearts and drawing people to faith.and turned to the Lord This phrase emphasizes repentance and conversion, a turning away from sin and a turning towards God. In the cultural context of the early church, this often meant leaving behind pagan practices and idolatry, as well as a reorientation of life priorities. Turning to the Lord involves a commitment to follow Jesus and live according to His teachings (<a href="/luke/9-23.htm">Luke 9:23</a>). This transformation is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies about the nations coming to know the Lord (<a href="/isaiah/2-2.htm">Isaiah 2:2-3</a>). It also reflects the early church's mission to spread the Gospel beyond Jewish communities, as seen in the conversion of Gentiles in <a href="/acts/10.htm">Acts 10 and 11</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_early_believers.htm">The Early Believers</a> These were the followers of Jesus who were scattered due to persecution. They traveled to various regions, including Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, spreading the message of Jesus Christ. 2. <a href="/topical/a/antioch.htm">Antioch</a> A significant city in early Christianity, Antioch became a central hub for the spread of the Gospel to the Gentiles. It was here that the term "Christian" was first used to describe the followers of Christ. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_hand_of_the_lord.htm">The Hand of the Lord</a> This phrase signifies God's power and favor. In the context of <a href="/acts/11-21.htm">Acts 11:21</a>, it indicates divine support and blessing on the efforts of the believers as they shared the Gospel. 4. <a href="/topical/c/conversion_of_gentiles.htm">Conversion of Gentiles</a> The event of Gentiles turning to the Lord marks a pivotal moment in the early church, highlighting the expansion of the Gospel beyond Jewish communities. 5. <a href="/topical/b/belief_and_turning_to_the_lord.htm">Belief and Turning to the Lord</a> This describes the response of many people in Antioch who accepted the message of Jesus and committed their lives to Him.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_god's_hand.htm">The Power of God's Hand</a> Recognize that the success of any ministry or evangelistic effort is dependent on the presence and power of God. We must seek His guidance and blessing in all our endeavors. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_evangelism.htm">The Importance of Evangelism</a> The early believers were committed to sharing the Gospel, even in the face of persecution. We are called to be bold in our witness, trusting that God will work through us. <a href="/topical/i/inclusivity_of_the_gospel.htm">Inclusivity of the Gospel</a> The conversion of Gentiles in Antioch demonstrates that the Gospel is for all people, regardless of background. We should strive to reach out to diverse communities with the message of Christ. <a href="/topical/f/faith_and_repentance.htm">Faith and Repentance</a> True belief in Jesus involves a turning away from sin and a commitment to follow Him. This transformation should be evident in our lives as we grow in faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 11</a> <a href="/q/how_to_biblically_respect_others.htm">What are examples of miracles in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_agabus_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Agabus in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'hand_of_god'_mean.htm">What does "Hand of God" mean?</a> <a href="/q/how_did_david_sneak_into_saul's_camp.htm">How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 21. - That believed turned for believed and turned, A.V. and T.R. The hand of the Lord; i.e. his power working with them and through them. Compare the frequent phrase in the Old Testament, "with a mighty hand and a stretched out arm" (see too <a href="/acts/4-30.htm">Acts 4:30</a>; <a href="/luke/1-66.htm">Luke 1:66</a>). <a href="/commentaries/acts/11-21.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[The] hand χεὶρ (cheir) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5495.htm">Strong's 5495: </a> A hand. of [the] Lord Κυρίου (Kyriou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. was ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <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. with μετ’ (met’) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_3326.htm">Strong's 3326: </a> (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. them, αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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. and 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. [a] great πολύς (polys) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4183.htm">Strong's 4183: </a> Much, many; often. number [of people] ἀριθμὸς (arithmos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_706.htm">Strong's 706: </a> A number, total. From airo; a number. believed πιστεύσας (pisteusas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4100.htm">Strong's 4100: </a> From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust. [and] turned ἐπέστρεψεν (epestrepsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1994.htm">Strong's 1994: </a> From epi and strepho; to revert. to ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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. Lord. Κύριον (Kyrion) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. 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