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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/24.htm">New International Version</a> You can easily verify that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/nlt/acts/24.htm">New Living Translation</a> You can quickly discover that I arrived in Jerusalem no more than twelve days ago to worship at the Temple. <a href="/esv/acts/24.htm">English Standard Version</a> You can verify that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem, <a href="/bsb/acts/24.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> You can verify for yourself that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/blb/acts/24.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> You are able to know that there are to me not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/kjv/acts/24.htm">King James Bible</a> Because that thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship. <a href="/nkjv/acts/24.htm">New King James Version</a> because you may ascertain that it is no more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/nasb_/acts/24.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/nasb/acts/24.htm">NASB 1995</a> since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/nasb77/acts/24.htm">NASB 1977 </a> since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/lsb/acts/24.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> since you are able to ascertain the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/amp/acts/24.htm">Amplified Bible</a> As you can easily verify, it has been no more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/csb/acts/24.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> You can verify for yourself that it is no more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/hcsb/acts/24.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> You are able to determine that it is no more than 12 days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/asv/acts/24.htm">American Standard Version</a> seeing that thou canst take knowledge that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem: <a href="/cev/acts/24.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> It was no more than twelve days ago that I went to worship in Jerusalem. You can find this out easily enough. <a href="/erv/acts/24.htm">English Revised Version</a> seeing that thou canst take knowledge, that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem: <a href="/gwt/acts/24.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> You can verify for yourself that I went to Jerusalem to worship no more than twelve days ago. <a href="/gnt/acts/24.htm">Good News Translation</a> As you can find out for yourself, it was no more than twelve days ago that I went to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/isv/acts/24.htm">International Standard Version</a> You can verify for yourself that I went up to worship in Jerusalem no more than twelve days ago. <a href="/msb/acts/24.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> You can verify for yourself that no more than twelve days ago I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/net/acts/24.htm">NET Bible</a> As you can verify for yourself, not more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/nheb/acts/24.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> seeing that you can recognize that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem. <a href="/wbt/acts/24.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> That thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/wey/acts/24.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For you have it in your power to ascertain that it is not more than twelve days ago that I went up to worship in Jerusalem; <a href="/web/acts/24.htm">World English Bible</a> seeing that you can verify that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/24.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> you being able to know that it is not more than twelve days to me since I went up to worship in Jerusalem, <a href="/blb/acts/24.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> You are able to know that there are to me not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/ylt/acts/24.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> thou being able to know that it is not more than twelve days to me since I went up to worship in Jerusalem, <a href="/slt/acts/24.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Thou being able to know that not more than twelve days are to me from which I went up, going to worship in Jerusalem.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/24.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For thou mayest understand, that there are yet but twelve days, since I went up to adore in Jerusalem: <a href="/cpdv/acts/24.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For, as you may realize, it has only been twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/nabre/acts/24.htm">New American Bible</a> As you can verify, not more than twelve days have passed since I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/24.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> As you can find out, it is not more than twelve days since I went up to worship in Jerusalem.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/24.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> So that you may understand, that it is not more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/24.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “As you may know, it is not more than twelve days since I came up to Jerusalem to worship,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/24.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> for you can understand that there are not more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/godbey/acts/24.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> you being able to know, that there are not more than twelve days to me since I came up to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/haweis/acts/24.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> as thou mayest be ascertained, that it is not more than twelve days ago since I went up to worship in Jerusalem. <a href="/mace/acts/24.htm">Mace New Testament</a> possibly you are appriz'd, that it is not above twelve days since, that I went to Jerusalem to worship. <a href="/wey/acts/24.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For you have it in your power to ascertain that it is not more than twelve days ago that I went up to worship in Jerusalem; <a href="/worrell/acts/24.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> since you are able clearly to know that there are not more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship; <a href="/worsley/acts/24.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> because thou mayst know, that there are not more than twelve days since I went up to worship at Jerusalem: <a href="/parallel/acts/24-11.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=8078" 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> 10When the governor motioned for Paul to speak, he began his response: “Knowing that you have been a judge over this nation for many years, I gladly make my defense. 11<a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: sou (PPro-G2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">You</a> <a href="/greek/1410.htm" title="1410: dynamenou (V-PPM/P-GMS) -- (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.">can</a> <a href="/greek/1921.htm" title="1921: epignōnai (V-ANA) -- From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge.">verify for yourself</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">no</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: eisin (V-PIA-3P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist."></a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: moi (PPro-D1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I."></a> <a href="/greek/4119.htm" title="4119: pleious (Adj-NFP-C) -- Or neuter pleion, or pleon comparative of polus; more in quantity, number, or quality; also the major portion.">more than</a> <a href="/greek/1427.htm" title="1427: dōdeka (Adj-GFP) -- Twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to. From duo and deka; two and ten, i.e. A dozen.">twelve</a> <a href="/greek/2250.htm" title="2250: hēmerai (N-NFP) -- A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. ">days</a> <a href="/greek/575.htm" title="575: aph’ (Prep) -- From, away from. A primary particle; off, i.e. Away, in various senses.">ago</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hēs (RelPro-GFS) -- Who, which, what, that. "></a> <a href="/greek/305.htm" title="305: anebēn (V-AIA-1S) -- To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up.">I went up</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.">to</a> <a href="/greek/2419.htm" title="2419: Ierousalēm (N-AFS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine.">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/greek/4352.htm" title="4352: proskynēsōn (V-FPA-NMS) -- From pros and a probable derivative of kuon; to fawn or crouch to, i.e. prostrate oneself in homage.">to worship.</a> 12Yet my accusers did not find me debating with anyone in the temple or riling up a crowd in the synagogues or in the city.…<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/21-18.htm">Acts 21:18-19</a> The next day Paul went in with us to see James, and all the elders were present. / Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry. <a href="/acts/25-8.htm">Acts 25:8</a> Then Paul made his defense: “I have committed no offense against the law of the Jews or against the temple or against Caesar.” <a href="/acts/26-1.htm">Acts 26:1-3</a> Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense: / “King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate to stand before you today to defend myself against all the accusations of the Jews, / especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently. <a href="/acts/28-17.htm">Acts 28:17</a> After three days, he called together the leaders of the Jews. When they had gathered, he said to them, “Brothers, although I have done nothing against our people or the customs of our fathers, I was taken prisoner in Jerusalem and handed over to the Romans. <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/23-1.htm">Acts 23:1</a> Paul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.” <a href="/acts/25-10.htm">Acts 25:10</a> Paul replied, “I am standing before the judgment seat of Caesar, where I ought to be tried. I have done nothing wrong to the Jews, as you yourself know very well. <a href="/acts/26-30.htm">Acts 26:30-32</a> Then the king and the governor rose, along with Bernice and those seated with them. / On their way out, they said to one another, “This man has done nothing worthy of death or imprisonment.” / And Agrippa said to Festus, “This man could have been released if he had not appealed to Caesar.” <a href="/acts/18-12.htm">Acts 18:12-13</a> While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat. / “This man is persuading the people to worship God in ways contrary to the law,” they said. <a href="/acts/19-8.htm">Acts 19:8-10</a> Then Paul went into the synagogue and spoke boldly there for three months, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God. / But when some of them stubbornly refused to believe and publicly maligned the Way, Paul took his disciples and left the synagogue to conduct daily discussions in the lecture hall of Tyrannus. / This continued for two years, so that everyone who lived in the province of Asia, Jews and Greeks alike, heard the word of the Lord. <a href="/acts/20-16.htm">Acts 20:16</a> Paul had decided to sail past Ephesus to avoid spending time in the province of Asia, because he was in a hurry to reach Jerusalem, if possible, by the day of Pentecost. <a href="/acts/21-27.htm">Acts 21:27-28</a> When the seven days were almost over, some Jews from the province of Asia saw Paul at the temple. They stirred up the whole crowd and seized him, / crying out, “Men of Israel, help us! This is the man who teaches everyone everywhere against our people and against our law and against this place. Furthermore, he has brought Greeks into the temple and defiled this holy place.” <a href="/acts/23-11.htm">Acts 23:11</a> The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.” <a href="/acts/25-1.htm">Acts 25:1-2</a> Three days after his arrival in the province, Festus went up from Caesarea to Jerusalem, / where the chief priests and Jewish leaders presented their case against Paul. They urged Festus <a href="/acts/26-19.htm">Acts 26:19-21</a> So then, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision. / First to those in Damascus and Jerusalem, then to everyone in the region of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I declared that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds worthy of their repentance. / For this reason the Jews seized me in the temple courts and tried to kill me.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Because that you may understand, that there are yet but twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem for to worship.but.<a href="/acts/24-1.htm">Acts 24:1</a> And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a certain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul.<a href="/acts/21-18.htm">Acts 21:18,27</a> And the day following Paul went in with us unto James; and all the elders were present… <a href="/acts/22-30.htm">Acts 22:30</a> On the morrow, because he would have known the certainty wherefore he was accused of the Jews, he loosed him from his bands, and commanded the chief priests and all their council to appear, and brought Paul down, and set him before them.to worship.<a href="/acts/24-17.htm">Acts 24:17</a> Now after many years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings.<a href="/acts/21-26.htm">Acts 21:26</a> Then Paul took the men, and the next day purifying himself with them entered into the temple, to signify the accomplishment of the days of purification, until that an offering should be offered for every one of them.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/24-8.htm">Able</a> <a href="/acts/21-38.htm">Ago</a> <a href="/acts/24-8.htm">Ascertain</a> <a href="/matthew/8-26.htm">Easily</a> <a href="/acts/17-31.htm">Fact</a> <a href="/acts/23-11.htm">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/acts/24-8.htm">Mayest</a> <a href="/acts/4-29.htm">Note</a> <a href="/acts/19-20.htm">Power</a> <a href="/acts/19-15.htm">Recognize</a> <a href="/acts/24-4.htm">Time</a> <a href="/acts/19-7.htm">Twelve</a> <a href="/acts/22-19.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/acts/22-16.htm">Worship</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/24-13.htm">Able</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-10.htm">Ago</a> <a href="/acts/22-24.htm">Ascertain</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/13-5.htm">Easily</a> <a href="/acts/25-10.htm">Fact</a> <a href="/acts/24-17.htm">Jerusalem</a> <a href="/romans/2-25.htm">Mayest</a> <a href="/romans/11-22.htm">Note</a> <a href="/acts/25-5.htm">Power</a> <a href="/acts/27-39.htm">Recognize</a> <a href="/acts/24-25.htm">Time</a> <a href="/acts/26-7.htm">Twelve</a> <a href="/acts/28-26.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/acts/24-14.htm">Worship</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'; </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/24.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/24.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>You can verify for yourself Paul is addressing Felix, the Roman governor, during his trial. This phrase emphasizes Paul's confidence in the truth of his statement and the availability of evidence to support his claim. It reflects the legal context of the Roman judicial system, where evidence and witness testimony were crucial.that no more than twelve days ago Paul refers to a specific and recent timeframe, indicating the short period since his arrival in Jerusalem. This detail is significant because it suggests that there was insufficient time for him to incite the kind of unrest he was accused of. The mention of "twelve days" underscores the urgency and immediacy of the events leading to his arrest.I went up to Jerusalem Jerusalem was the religious and cultural center for Jews, and "going up" to Jerusalem is a common biblical expression due to its elevation and spiritual significance. This journey was part of Paul's mission to bring offerings to the church in Jerusalem, as mentioned in other parts of Acts and his epistles, highlighting his continued connection to Jewish traditions and the early Christian community.to worship Paul's purpose in going to Jerusalem was religious, not political or rebellious. This aligns with his identity as a devout Jew and follower of Christ, who respected the Jewish customs and laws. Worship in Jerusalem, particularly at the Temple, was central to Jewish religious life, and Paul's intention was to participate in this worship, demonstrating his piety and commitment to God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who is defending himself against accusations from Jewish leaders. He is on trial before the Roman governor, Felix. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The city where Paul went to worship, which is central to Jewish religious life and the location of the Temple. 3. <a href="/topical/f/felix.htm">Felix</a> The Roman governor presiding over Paul's trial. He is responsible for maintaining order and justice in the region. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jewish_leaders.htm">Jewish Leaders</a> The accusers of Paul, who claim he is causing unrest and defiling the Temple. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_trial.htm">The Trial</a> The legal proceedings where Paul defends his actions and faith, emphasizing his adherence to Jewish customs and the law.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/i/integrity_in_worship.htm">Integrity in Worship</a> Paul emphasizes his purpose in going to Jerusalem was to worship, highlighting the importance of maintaining integrity in our worship practices. <a href="/topical/p/preparedness_to_defend_faith.htm">Preparedness to Defend Faith</a> Like Paul, Christians should be prepared to defend their faith and actions with truth and clarity, rooted in Scripture. <a href="/topical/r/respect_for_authority.htm">Respect for Authority</a> Paul's respectful demeanor towards Felix demonstrates the importance of respecting authority while standing firm in one's beliefs. <a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_to_god's_law.htm">Faithfulness to God’s Law</a> Paul’s adherence to Jewish customs underscores the importance of being faithful to God's commands while understanding the fulfillment of the law in Christ. <a href="/topical/c/courage_in_adversity.htm">Courage in Adversity</a> Paul’s courage in the face of false accusations serves as an example for believers to remain steadfast in their faith during trials.<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/who_were_the_old_testament_prophets.htm">Who were the Old Testament prophets in the Bible?</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 href="/q/when_did_disciples_see_jesus_in_galilee.htm">When did the disciples return to Galilee? They saw Jesus there after at least 40 days, as they were instructed to stay in Jerusalem until receiving power (Matthew 28:17, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:3-4).</a> <a href="/q/what_defined_early_christianity.htm">What characterized early Christianity in its initial stages?</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>(11) I went up to Jerusalem for to worship.--This was, by implication, St. Paul's answer to the charge of the attempted profanation. One who had come to worship was not likely to be guilty of the crime alleged against him.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/24.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 11. - Seeing that thou canst take knowledge for because that thou mayest understand, A.V. and T.R.; it is act more than for there are yet but, A.V.; I went up to worship at Jerusalem for I went up to Jerusalem for to worship, A.V. Twelve days. These days may be thus reckoned: (1) arrival at Jerusalem (<a href="/acts/21-15.htm">Acts 21:15</a>); (2) Visit to James and the ciders (<a href="/acts/21-18.htm">Acts 21:18</a>); (3) first day of purification (<a href="/acts/21-26.htm">Acts 21:26</a>); . . . <a href="/commentaries/acts/24-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>You σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. can δυναμένου (dynamenou) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1410.htm">Strong's 1410: </a> (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible. verify {for yourself} ἐπιγνῶναι (epignōnai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_1921.htm">Strong's 1921: </a> From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. no οὐ (ou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. more than πλείους (pleious) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural - Comparative <a href="/greek/strongs_4119.htm">Strong's 4119: </a> Or neuter pleion, or pleon comparative of polus; more in quantity, number, or quality; also the major portion. twelve δώδεκα (dōdeka) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1427.htm">Strong's 1427: </a> Twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to. From duo and deka; two and ten, i.e. A dozen. days ἡμέραι (hēmerai) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2250.htm">Strong's 2250: </a> A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. ago ἀφ’ (aph’) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_575.htm">Strong's 575: </a> From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses. I went up ἀνέβην (anebēn) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_305.htm">Strong's 305: </a> To go up, mount, ascend; of things: I rise, spring up, come up. From ana and the base of basis; to go up. to 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. Jerusalem Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2419.htm">Strong's 2419: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine. to worship. προσκυνήσων (proskynēsōn) Verb - Future Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4352.htm">Strong's 4352: </a> From pros and a probable derivative of kuon; to fawn or crouch to, i.e. prostrate oneself in homage. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/acts/24-11.htm">Acts 24:11 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/acts/24-11.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 24:11 Seeing that you can recognize that it (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/24-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 24:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 24:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/24-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 24:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 24:12" /></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>