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they will listen.” <a href="/bsb/acts/28.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Be advised, therefore, that God’s salvation has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!” <a href="/blb/acts/28.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Therefore be it known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!" <a href="/kjv/acts/28.htm">King James Bible</a> Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it. <a href="/nkjv/acts/28.htm">New King James Version</a> “Therefore let it be known to you that the salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will hear it!” <a href="/nasb_/acts/28.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Therefore, let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will also listen.” <a href="/nasb/acts/28.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220Therefore let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will also listen.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/acts/28.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “Let it be known to you therefore, that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will also listen.” <a href="/lsb/acts/28.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Therefore let it be known to you that this salvation of God was sent to the Gentiles—they will also hear.” <a href="/amp/acts/28.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Therefore let it be known to you that [this message of] the salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they indeed will listen!” <a href="/csb/acts/28.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore, let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen.” <a href="/hcsb/acts/28.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore, let it be known to you that this saving work of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen!&#8221 <a href="/asv/acts/28.htm">American Standard Version</a> Be it known therefore unto you, that this salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles: they will also hear. <a href="/erv/acts/28.htm">English Revised Version</a> Be it known therefore unto you, that this salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles: they will also hear. <a href="/gwt/acts/28.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> "You need to know that God has sent his salvation to people who are not Jews. They will listen." <a href="/gnt/acts/28.htm">Good News Translation</a> And Paul concluded: "You are to know, then, that God's message of salvation has been sent to the Gentiles. They will listen!" <a href="/isv/acts/28.htm">International Standard Version</a> You must understand that this message about God's salvation has been sent to the gentiles, and they will listen." <a href="/msb/acts/28.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Be advised, therefore, that God?s salvation has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!? <a href="/net/acts/28.htm">NET Bible</a> "Therefore be advised that this salvation from God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen!" <a href="/nheb/acts/28.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> "Be it known therefore to you, that the salvation of God is sent to the nations. They will also listen." <a href="/wbt/acts/28.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Be it known therefore to you, that the salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, and they will hear it. <a href="/wey/acts/28.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Be fully assured, therefore, that this salvation--God's salvation--has now been sent to the Gentiles, and that they, at any rate, will give heed." <a href="/web/acts/28.htm">World English Bible</a> “Be it known therefore to you that the salvation of God is sent to the nations, and they will listen.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/28.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Be it known, therefore, to you, that the salvation of God was sent to the nations, these also will hear it”; <a href="/blb/acts/28.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Therefore be it known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!" <a href="/ylt/acts/28.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> 'Be it known, therefore, to you, that to the nations was sent the salvation of God, these also will hear it;' <a href="/slt/acts/28.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Be it known to you therefore, that salvation of God was sent to the nations, and they shall hear.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/28.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Be it known therefore to you, that this salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, and they will hear it. <a href="/cpdv/acts/28.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Therefore, let it be known to you, that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles, and they shall listen to it.” <a href="/nabre/acts/28.htm">New American Bible</a> Let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen.” [ <a href="/nrsvce/acts/28.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Let it be known to you then that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/28.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Let this be known to you therefore: that this salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, for they will listen to it. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/28.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “Know this, therefore: This salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, for they are listening to it.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/28.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Therefore, be it known to you, that the salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, and they will hear. <a href="/godbey/acts/28.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Therefore let it be known unto you, that this salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, and they will hear. <a href="/haweis/acts/28.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Be it known therefore unto you, that to the Gentiles is the salvation of God sent, and they will hear. <a href="/mace/acts/28.htm">Mace New Testament</a> take notice therefore, that the offers of divine salvation are sent to the Gentiles, and they will receive them. <a href="/wey/acts/28.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Be fully assured, therefore, that this salvation--God's salvation--has now been sent to the Gentiles, and that they, at any rate, will give heed." <a href="/worrell/acts/28.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Be it known, therefore, to you, that to the gentiles was this salvation of God sent: they also will hear." <a href="/worsley/acts/28.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, and they will hear it. <a href="/parallel/acts/28-28.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=9577" 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/28.htm">Paul Preaches at Rome</a> …27For this people’s heart has grown callous; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.’ 28<a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estō (V-PMA-3S) -- 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/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou."></a> <a href="/greek/1110.htm" title="1110: Gnōston (Adj-NNS) -- Known, an acquaintance. From ginosko; well-known.">advised,</a> <a href="/greek/3767.htm" title="3767: oun (Conj) -- Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly.">therefore,</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: touto (DPro-NNS) -- This; he, she, it. "></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."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- 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: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God’s</a> <a href="/greek/4992.htm" title="4992: sōtērion (Adj-NNS) -- Saving, bringing salvation; subst: salvation. Neuter of the same as soteria as noun; defender or defence.">salvation</a> <a href="/greek/649.htm" title="649: apestalē (V-AIP-3S) -- From apo and stello; set apart, i.e. to send out literally or figuratively.">has been sent</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to the</a> <a href="/greek/1484.htm" title="1484: ethnesin (N-DNP) -- Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one.">Gentiles,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</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/191.htm" title="191: akousontai (V-FIM-3P) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">will listen!”</a> …<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="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a> He says: “It is not enough for You to be My Servant, to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the protected ones of Israel. I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.” <a href="/isaiah/42-6.htm">Isaiah 42:6</a> “I, the LORD, have called you for a righteous purpose, and I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and appoint you to be a covenant for the people and a light to the nations, <a href="/romans/11-11.htm">Romans 11:11</a> I ask then, did they stumble so as to fall beyond recovery? Certainly not! However, because of their trespass, salvation has come to the Gentiles to make Israel jealous. <a href="/matthew/21-43.htm">Matthew 21:43</a> Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit. <a href="/luke/2-32.htm">Luke 2:32</a> a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel.” <a href="/romans/1-16.htm">Romans 1:16</a> I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. <a href="/acts/13-46.htm">Acts 13:46-47</a> 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. / For this is what the Lord has commanded us: ‘I have made you a light for the Gentiles, to bring salvation to the ends of the earth.’” <a href="/john/1-11.htm">John 1:11-12</a> He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. / But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God— <a href="/romans/9-30.htm">Romans 9:30</a> What then will we say? That the Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, have obtained it, a righteousness that is by faith; <a href="/romans/10-19.htm">Romans 10:19-20</a> I ask instead, did Israel not understand? First, Moses says: “I will make you jealous by those who are not a nation; I will make you angry by a nation without understanding.” / And Isaiah boldly says: “I was found by those who did not seek Me; I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me.” <a href="/ephesians/3-6.htm">Ephesians 3:6</a> This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are fellow heirs, fellow members of the body, and fellow partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus. <a href="/galatians/3-14.htm">Galatians 3:14</a> He redeemed us in order that the blessing promised to Abraham would come to the Gentiles in Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. <a href="/isaiah/60-3.htm">Isaiah 60:3</a> Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. <a href="/isaiah/55-5.htm">Isaiah 55:5</a> Surely you will summon a nation you do not know, and nations who do not know you will run to you. For the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, has bestowed glory on you.” <a href="/hosea/2-23.htm">Hosea 2:23</a> And I will sow her as My own in the land, and I will have compassion on ‘No Compassion.’ I will say to those called ‘Not My People,’ ‘You are My people,’ and they will say, ‘You are my God.’”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Be it known therefore to you, that the salvation of God is sent to the Gentiles, and that they will hear it.it known.<a href="/acts/2-14.htm">Acts 2:14</a> But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words:<a href="/acts/4-10.htm">Acts 4:10</a> Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.<a href="/acts/13-38.htm">Acts 13:38</a> Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins:the salvation.<a href="/psalms/98-2.htm">Psalm 98:2,3</a> The LORD hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath he openly shewed in the sight of the heathen… <a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a> And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth.<a href="/isaiah/52-10.htm">Isaiah 52:10</a> The LORD hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations; and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.sent.<a href="/acts/11-18.htm">Acts 11:18</a> When they heard these things, they held their peace, and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life.<a href="/acts/13-46.htm">Acts 13:46,47</a> Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: but seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles… <a href="/acts/14-27.htm">Acts 14:27</a> And when they were come, and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto the Gentiles.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/7-17.htm">Assured</a> <a href="/acts/24-27.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/acts/26-23.htm">Gentiles</a> <a href="/acts/26-10.htm">God's</a> <a href="/acts/28-27.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/acts/27-11.htm">Heed</a> <a href="/acts/26-17.htm">Nations</a> <a href="/john/19-6.htm">Rate</a> <a href="/acts/27-34.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/acts/28-22.htm">Want</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/4-21.htm">Assured</a> <a href="/acts/28-30.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/romans/1-5.htm">Gentiles</a> <a href="/romans/1-1.htm">God's</a> <a href="/romans/2-13.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/romans/10-16.htm">Heed</a> <a href="/romans/1-5.htm">Nations</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-2.htm">Rate</a> <a href="/romans/1-16.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/romans/1-13.htm">Want</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 28</div>1. <a href="/acts/28-1.htm">Paul, after his shipwreck, is kindly entertained on Malta.</a> 5. <a href="/acts/28-5.htm">The snake on his hand hurts him not.</a> 8. <a href="/acts/28-8.htm">He heals many diseases in the island.</a> 11. <a href="/acts/28-11.htm">They depart toward Rome.</a> 17. <a href="/acts/28-17.htm">He declares to the Jews the cause of his coming.</a> 24. <a href="/acts/28-24.htm">After his preaching some were persuaded, and some believed not.</a> 30. <a href="/acts/28-30.htm">Yet he preaches there two years.</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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The use of "therefore" indicates that what follows is a logical outcome of the preceding discussion. Paul has been addressing the Jewish leaders in Rome, explaining the fulfillment of the prophecies concerning the Messiah and the rejection of this message by many of the Jewish people. The phrase "be advised" is a call to attention, urging the listeners to understand the significance of what is about to be declared.that God’s salvation The term "God's salvation" refers to the deliverance and redemption offered through Jesus Christ. This salvation is a central theme throughout the New Testament, emphasizing that it is initiated and accomplished by God. In the context of Acts, salvation is not limited to a particular ethnic group but is available to all who believe. This reflects the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, such as <a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a>, which speaks of salvation reaching the ends of the earth.has been sent to the Gentiles, This statement marks a pivotal moment in the early Christian movement, highlighting the shift from a predominantly Jewish audience to a broader Gentile mission. The inclusion of the Gentiles was always part of God's redemptive plan, as seen in the Abrahamic covenant (<a href="/genesis/12-3.htm">Genesis 12:3</a>) and the prophetic writings (<a href="/isaiah/42-6.htm">Isaiah 42:6</a>). Paul's ministry, as described in Acts, consistently demonstrates this outreach to the Gentiles, fulfilling the Great Commission (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>).and they will listen!” The assurance that the Gentiles "will listen" contrasts with the rejection by many of the Jewish people. This reflects the openness and receptivity of the Gentile audience to the gospel message, as seen in various accounts throughout Acts (e.g., <a href="/acts/10.htm">Acts 10</a> with Cornelius, <a href="/acts/13-48.htm">Acts 13:48</a>). The statement underscores the sovereignty of God in the spread of the gospel and the fulfillment of His purposes, as well as the responsiveness of those who are called to faith.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> A key figure in the early Christian church, Paul is the speaker in this verse. He is addressing the Jewish leaders in Rome after they have shown resistance to the message of the Gospel. 2. <a href="/topical/r/rome.htm">Rome</a> The setting of this passage, Rome was the center of the Roman Empire and a significant location for the spread of Christianity. Paul is under house arrest here, yet continues his ministry. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jewish_leaders.htm">Jewish Leaders</a> The audience to whom Paul is speaking. They represent the Jewish community in Rome, some of whom were skeptical or resistant to the message of Jesus as the Messiah. 4. <a href="/topical/g/gentiles.htm">Gentiles</a> Non-Jewish people who are being highlighted as recipients of the Gospel. This marks a significant shift in the early Christian mission, emphasizing the universal nature of God's salvation. 5. <a href="/topical/g/god's_salvation.htm">God’s Salvation</a> Refers to the message of the Gospel and the salvation offered through Jesus Christ. This salvation is now being explicitly extended to the Gentiles.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_universality_of_the_gospel.htm">The Universality of the Gospel</a> The message of salvation through Jesus Christ is for all people, regardless of ethnic or cultural background. This universality is a core tenet of Christian faith and mission. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereign_plan.htm">God’s Sovereign Plan</a> Despite human resistance, God's plan for salvation will prevail. The inclusion of the Gentiles demonstrates God's sovereignty and the unfolding of His redemptive plan. <a href="/topical/l/listening_and_responding_to_god's_word.htm">Listening and Responding to God’s Word</a> The phrase "they will listen" highlights the importance of being receptive to God's message. Believers are called to have open hearts and minds to the Gospel. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_church_in_mission.htm">The Role of the Church in Mission</a> The church is tasked with continuing the mission to reach all nations with the Gospel, following the example set by Paul and the early apostles. <a href="/topical/p/perseverance_in_ministry.htm">Perseverance in Ministry</a> Paul’s example of perseverance, even under house arrest, encourages believers to remain steadfast in sharing the Gospel, regardless of circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_28.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 28</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_biblical_evangelism.htm">What defines Biblical Evangelism?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_acts_10_contradict_leviticus_11.htm">If Leviticus 11 is God's eternal command, why does Acts 10:9-16 appear to contradict these dietary laws?</a> <a href="/q/why_did_jesus'_mission_change_to_all_nations.htm">Why did Jesus tell His disciples not to preach to Gentiles (Matthew 10:5-6), but later command them to go to all nations (Matthew 28:19)?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_acts_24_10-15_align_with_paul's_conflicts.htm">In Acts 24:10-15, Paul insists he adheres to Jewish tradition while also preaching resurrection; how does this align with his earlier conflicts over the Law?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/acts/28.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(28) Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God . . .--The better MSS. give "this salvation," the demonstrative adjective having the same force as in "the words of this life," in <a href="/acts/5-20.htm" title="Go, stand and speak in the temple to the people all the words of this life.">Acts 5:20</a>. The Apostle points, as it were, to that definite method of deliverance (the Greek gives the concrete neuter form, as in <a href="/luke/2-30.htm" title="For my eyes have seen your salvation,">Luke 2:30</a>; <a href="/luke/3-6.htm" title="And all flesh shall see the salvation of God.">Luke 3:6</a>, and not the feminine abstract) which he had proclaimed to them. The words remind us of those which had been spoken under like circumstances at Antioch in Pisidia (<a href="/acts/13-46.htm" title="Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: but seeing you put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, see, we turn to the Gentiles.">Acts 13:46</a>). We can, in some measure, enter into the feelings which filled the Apostle's mind, through what we read in Romans 9-11,--the bitter pain at the rejection of Israel, relieved by a far-off hope of their restoration, the acceptance of God's ways as unsearchable and past finding out.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/28.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 28. - This salvation for the salvation, A.V. and T.R.; they will also hear for and that they will hear it, A.V. The A.V. gives the sense better than the R.V. This salvation; τὸ σωτήριον. This form, instead of the more common σωτηρία, is found in <a href="/luke/2-30.htm">Luke 2:30</a>; <a href="/luke/3-6.htm">Luke 3:6</a>; and <a href="/ephesians/6-17.htm">Ephesians 6:17</a>. The Gentiles (see <a href="/acts/13-46.htm">Acts 13:46</a>; <a href="/acts/18-6.htm">Acts 18:6</a>; <a href="/acts/22-26.htm">Acts 22:26</a>; <a href="/acts/26-17.htm">Acts 26:17, 20, 23</a>). But even at Rome the apostle of the Gentiles was faithful to the rule, "To the Jew first." <a href="/commentaries/acts/28-28.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Be ἔστω (estō) Verb - Present Imperative 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. advised, Γνωστὸν (Gnōston) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1110.htm">Strong's 1110: </a> Known, an acquaintance. From ginosko; well-known. therefore, οὖν (oun) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3767.htm">Strong's 3767: </a> Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. God’s Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. salvation σωτήριον (sōtērion) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4992.htm">Strong's 4992: </a> Saving, bringing salvation; subst: salvation. Neuter of the same as soteria as noun; defender or defence. has been sent ἀπεστάλη (apestalē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_649.htm">Strong's 649: </a> From apo and stello; set apart, i.e. to send out literally or figuratively. to the τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Neuter 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. Gentiles, ἔθνεσιν (ethnesin) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1484.htm">Strong's 1484: </a> Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. 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. will listen!” ἀκούσονται (akousontai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. 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