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and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. <a href="/nkjv/acts/19.htm">New King James Version</a> And when Paul had laid hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke with tongues and prophesied. <a href="/nasb_/acts/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And when Paul had laid hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying. <a href="/nasb/acts/19.htm">NASB 1995</a> And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying. <a href="/nasb77/acts/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying. <a href="/lsb/acts/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking with tongues and prophesying. <a href="/amp/acts/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a> And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking in [unknown] tongues (languages) and prophesying. <a href="/csb/acts/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy. <a href="/hcsb/acts/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in other languages and to prophesy. <a href="/asv/acts/19.htm">American Standard Version</a> And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. <a href="/cev/acts/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Then Paul placed his hands on them. The Holy Spirit was given to them, and they spoke unknown languages and prophesied. <a href="/erv/acts/19.htm">English Revised Version</a> And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. <a href="/gwt/acts/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came to them, and they began to talk in other languages and to speak what God had revealed. <a href="/gnt/acts/19.htm">Good News Translation</a> Paul placed his hands on them, and the Holy Spirit came upon them; they spoke in strange tongues and also proclaimed God's message. <a href="/isv/acts/19.htm">International Standard Version</a> When Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in foreign languages and to prophesy. <a href="/msb/acts/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. <a href="/net/acts/19.htm">NET Bible</a> and when Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy. <a href="/nheb/acts/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke with other tongues and prophesied. <a href="/wbt/acts/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them; and they spoke in languages, and prophesied. <a href="/wey/acts/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and when Paul laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy. <a href="/web/acts/19.htm">World English Bible</a> When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them and they spoke with other languages and prophesied. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and Paul having laid [his] hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, they were also speaking with tongues, and prophesying, <a href="/blb/acts/19.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And of Paul having laid the hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they were speaking in tongues and prophesying. <a href="/ylt/acts/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and Paul having laid on them his hands, the Holy Spirit came upon them, they were speaking also with tongues, and prophesying, <a href="/slt/acts/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Paul having laid hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came upon them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And when Paul had imposed his hands on them, the Holy Ghost came upon them, and they spoke with tongues and prophesied. <a href="/cpdv/acts/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And when Paul had imposed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came over them. And they were speaking in tongues and prophesying. <a href="/nabre/acts/19.htm">New American Bible</a> And when Paul laid [his] hands on them, the holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied—<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them; and they spoke in divers tongues, and prophesied. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/19.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And Paulus laid a hand on them and The Spirit of Holiness came upon them, and they were speaking in various languages and were prophesying.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/19.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke with tongues, and prophesied. <a href="/godbey/acts/19.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and Paul having laid his hands on them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they continued to speak with tongues, and prophesy. <a href="/haweis/acts/19.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And Paul laying on them his hands, the Holy Ghost came upon them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. <a href="/mace/acts/19.htm">Mace New Testament</a> and Paul having given them imposition of hands, the holy spirit came upon them, and they spoke foreign languages, and prophesied: <a href="/wey/acts/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and when Paul laid his hands upon them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began to speak in tongues and to prophesy. <a href="/worrell/acts/19.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and, Paul having laid hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they were speaking with tongues, and prophesying. <a href="/worsley/acts/19.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And as Paul laid his hands on them, the holy Spirit came upon them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. And the men were in all about twelve. <a href="/parallel/acts/19-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/in5WTRQ9BSQ?start=6239" 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/19.htm">The Holy Spirit Received at Ephesus</a> …5On hearing this, they were baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus. 6<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">And when</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/3972.htm" title="3972: Paulou (N-GMS) -- Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.">Paul</a> <a href="/greek/2007.htm" title="2007: epithentos (V-APA-GMS) -- To put, place upon, lay on; I add, give in addition. From epi and tithemi; to impose.">laid</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tas (Art-AFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">his</a> <a href="/greek/5495.htm" title="5495: cheiras (N-AFP) -- A hand. ">hands</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">on them,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-NNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/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/40.htm" title="40: Hagion (Adj-NNS) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">Holy</a> <a href="/greek/4151.htm" title="4151: Pneuma (N-NNS) -- Wind, breath, spirit. ">Spirit</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: ēlthe (V-AIA-3S) -- To come, go. ">came</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: ep’ (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">upon</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autous (PPro-AM3P) -- 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/2980.htm" title="2980: elaloun (V-IIA-3P) -- A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.">they spoke</a> <a href="/greek/1100.htm" title="1100: glōssais (N-DFP) -- The tongue; by implication, a language.">in tongues</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/4395.htm" title="4395: eprophēteuon (V-IIA-3P) -- From prophetes; to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office.">prophesied.</a> 7There were about twelve men in all.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/2-4.htm">Acts 2:4</a> And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. <a href="/acts/10-44.htm">Acts 10:44-46</a> While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard his message. / All the circumcised believers who had accompanied Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles. / For they heard them speaking in tongues and exalting God. Then Peter said, <a href="/1_corinthians/12-10.htm">1 Corinthians 12:10</a> to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-2.htm">1 Corinthians 14:2</a> For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men, but to God. Indeed, no one understands him; he utters mysteries in the Spirit. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-39.htm">1 Corinthians 14:39</a> So, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28</a> And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-18.htm">1 Corinthians 14:18</a> I thank God that I speak in tongues more than all of you. <a href="/1_corinthians/13-1.htm">1 Corinthians 13:1</a> If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a ringing gong or a clanging cymbal. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-5.htm">1 Corinthians 14:5</a> I wish that all of you could speak in tongues, but I would rather have you prophesy. He who prophesies is greater than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets so that the church may be edified. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-30.htm">1 Corinthians 12:30</a> Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? <a href="/mark/16-17.htm">Mark 16:17</a> And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; <a href="/romans/8-26.htm">Romans 8:26</a> In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-22.htm">1 Corinthians 14:22</a> Tongues, then, are a sign, not for believers, but for unbelievers. Prophecy, however, is for believers, not for unbelievers. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-13.htm">1 Corinthians 14:13</a> Therefore, the one who speaks in a tongue should pray that he may interpret. <a href="/1_samuel/10-6.htm">1 Samuel 10:6</a> Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spoke with tongues, and prophesied.laid.<a href="/acts/6-6.htm">Acts 6:6</a> Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.<a href="/acts/8-17.htm">Acts 8:17-19</a> Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost… <a href="/acts/9-17.htm">Acts 9:17</a> And Ananias went his way, and entered into the house; and putting his hands on him said, Brother Saul, the Lord, even Jesus, that appeared unto thee in the way as thou camest, hath sent me, that thou mightest receive thy sight, and be filled with the Holy Ghost.the Holy Ghost.<a href="/acts/2-4.htm">Acts 2:4</a> And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.<a href="/acts/10-45.htm">Acts 10:45,46</a> And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost… <a href="/acts/13-2.htm">Acts 13:2</a> As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.and prophesied.<a href="/1_corinthians/14-1.htm">1 Corinthians 14:1</a> Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/17-7.htm">Acting</a> <a href="/acts/19-2.htm">Ghost</a> <a href="/acts/18-10.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/acts/19-2.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/acts/18-17.htm">Laid</a> <a href="/acts/19-4.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/13-47.htm">Placed</a> <a href="/acts/14-8.htm">Power</a> <a href="/john/11-51.htm">Prophesied</a> <a href="/acts/2-18.htm">Prophesy</a> <a href="/amos/7-12.htm">Prophesying</a> <a href="/acts/15-32.htm">Prophets</a> <a href="/acts/18-26.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/acts/18-25.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/acts/19-2.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/acts/17-21.htm">Talking</a> <a href="/acts/10-46.htm">Tongues</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">Acting</a> <a href="/acts/20-23.htm">Ghost</a> <a href="/acts/19-11.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/acts/19-37.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/acts/20-3.htm">Laid</a> <a href="/acts/19-8.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/acts/20-28.htm">Placed</a> <a href="/acts/19-11.htm">Power</a> <a href="/acts/21-9.htm">Prophesied</a> <a href="/acts/21-9.htm">Prophesy</a> <a href="/acts/21-9.htm">Prophesying</a> <a href="/acts/21-9.htm">Prophets</a> <a href="/acts/19-37.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/acts/19-8.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/acts/19-15.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/acts/19-37.htm">Talking</a> <a href="/romans/3-13.htm">Tongues</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 19</div>1. <a href="/acts/19-1.htm">The Holy Spirit is given by Paul's hands.</a> 8. <a href="/acts/19-8.htm">The Jews blaspheme his doctrine, which is confirmed by miracles.</a> 13. <a href="/acts/19-13.htm">The Jewish exorcists,</a> 16. <a href="/acts/19-16.htm">are beaten by a man who had an evil spirit.</a> 19. <a href="/acts/19-19.htm">Conjuring books are burnt.</a> 21. <a href="/acts/19-21.htm">Demetrius, for love of gain, raises an uproar against Paul;</a> 35. <a href="/acts/19-35.htm">which is appeased by the town clerk.</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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In the Greek, the word for "laid" is "epithesis," which implies a deliberate and purposeful action. This act by Paul signifies the apostolic authority and the transmission of spiritual gifts. Historically, this practice was common in early Christian communities as a means of ordination and blessing, reflecting the continuity of God's work through His chosen vessels.the Holy Spirit came upon them The phrase "came upon" is translated from the Greek "eperchomai," indicating a sudden and powerful arrival. This mirrors the Pentecost experience in <a href="/acts/2.htm">Acts 2</a>, where the Holy Spirit descended upon the believers. Theologically, this signifies the fulfillment of Jesus' promise that the Holy Spirit would empower His followers (<a href="/acts/1-8.htm">Acts 1:8</a>). The coming of the Holy Spirit marks a transformative moment, equipping believers for ministry and confirming their inclusion in the body of Christ.and they spoke in tongues The gift of tongues, or "glossolalia" in Greek, is a supernatural ability to speak in languages not previously learned. This phenomenon serves as a sign of the Holy Spirit's presence and power. In the early church, speaking in tongues was both a personal edification and a public sign to unbelievers (<a href="/1_corinthians/14-22.htm">1 Corinthians 14:22</a>). It underscores the universality of the Gospel, breaking language barriers and uniting diverse peoples in worship and proclamation of God's mighty works.and prophesied Prophecy, from the Greek "propheteuo," involves speaking forth the mind and counsel of God. In the New Testament context, prophecy serves to edify, exhort, and comfort the church (<a href="/1_corinthians/14-3.htm">1 Corinthians 14:3</a>). The inclusion of prophecy alongside tongues in this passage highlights the dual role of the Holy Spirit in both personal and communal edification. It also reflects the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy that God's Spirit would be poured out on all flesh, enabling sons and daughters to prophesy (<a href="/joel/2-28.htm">Joel 2:28-29</a>).<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/acts/19.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) They spake with tongues, and prophesied.--Better, they were speaking with tongues and prophesying, the verbs implying continuous action. As to the nature and relation of the two gifts, see Notes on <a href="/acts/2-4.htm" title="And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.">Acts 2:4</a>; <a href="/acts/10-46.htm" title="For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter,">Acts 10:46</a>. Here all the facts of the case confirm the view which has there been stated. The mere power of speaking foreign languages without learning them, as other men learn, seems a much less adequate result of the new gift than that which we find in the new enthusiasm and intensity of spiritual joy, of which the gift of tongues was the natural expression. It is not without interest to remember that the discussion of the two gifts in 1 Corinthians 14, in which the connection of the "tongues" with jubilant and ecstatic praise is unmistakable (<a href="/context/1_corinthians/14-14.htm" title="For if I pray in an unknown tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful.">1Corinthians 14:14-16</a>), was written not very long after this incident, and while the facts must yet have been fresh in St. Paul's memory. On the "laying on of hands," which was the "outward and visible sign" of the "inward and spiritual grace," see Notes on <a href="/context/acts/8-14.htm" title="Now when the apostles which were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent to them Peter and John:">Acts 8:14-18</a>, where the laying-on of hands is followed by a gift of the Holy Ghost.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 6. - Had laid his hands, etc. (see <a href="/acts/8-17.htm">Acts 8:17</a> and note). We have here a distinct mark of Paul's true apostleship (see <a href="/acts/8-17.htm">Acts 8:17, 18</a>). For the manifestation of the Spirit, see <a href="/acts/10-46.htm">Acts 10:46</a>. <a href="/commentaries/acts/19-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And [when] καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Paul Παύλου (Paulou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3972.htm">Strong's 3972: </a> Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. laid ἐπιθέντος (epithentos) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2007.htm">Strong's 2007: </a> To put, place upon, lay on; I add, give in addition. From epi and tithemi; to impose. [his] τὰς (tas) Article - Accusative Feminine 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. hands χεῖρας (cheiras) Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5495.htm">Strong's 5495: </a> A hand. on them, αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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. the τὸ (to) Article - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Holy Ἅγιον (Hagion) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. Spirit Πνεῦμα (Pneuma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4151.htm">Strong's 4151: </a> Wind, breath, spirit. came ἦλθε (ēlthe) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2064.htm">Strong's 2064: </a> To come, go. upon ἐπ’ (ep’) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. them, αὐτούς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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. they spoke ἐλάλουν (elaloun) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2980.htm">Strong's 2980: </a> A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. in tongues γλώσσαις (glōssais) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1100.htm">Strong's 1100: </a> The tongue; by implication, a language. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. prophesied. ἐπροφήτευον (eprophēteuon) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4395.htm">Strong's 4395: </a> From prophetes; to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/acts/19-6.htm">Acts 19:6 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/acts/19-6.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 19:6 When Paul had laid his hands (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/19-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 19:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 19:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/19-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 19:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 19:7" /></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>