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The believers there had entrusted them to the grace of God to do the work they had now completed. <a href="/esv/acts/14.htm">English Standard Version</a> and from there they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work that they had fulfilled. <a href="/bsb/acts/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed. <a href="/blb/acts/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And from there they sailed to Antioch, from where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work that they had fulfilled. <a href="/kjv/acts/14.htm">King James Bible</a> And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled. <a href="/nkjv/acts/14.htm">New King James Version</a> From there they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work which they had completed. <a href="/nasb_/acts/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> From there they sailed to Antioch, where they had been entrusted to the grace of God for the work that they had accomplished. <a href="/nasb/acts/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> From there they sailed to Antioch, from which they had been commended to the grace of God for the work that they had accomplished. <a href="/nasb77/acts/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> and from there they sailed to Antioch, from which they had been commended to the grace of God for the work that they had accomplished. <a href="/lsb/acts/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And from there they sailed to Antioch, from where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work that they had fulfilled. <a href="/amp/acts/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> From there they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been entrusted to the grace of God for the work which they had now completed. <a href="/csb/acts/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> From there they sailed back to Antioch where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had now completed. <a href="/hcsb/acts/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> From there they sailed back to Antioch where they had been entrusted to the grace of God for the work they had now completed. <a href="/asv/acts/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> and thence they sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they had fulfilled. <a href="/cev/acts/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> and sailed to Antioch in Syria. It was there that they had been placed in God's care for the work they had now completed. <a href="/erv/acts/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> and thence they sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they had fulfilled. <a href="/gwt/acts/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> From Attalia they took a boat and headed home to the city of Antioch [in Syria]. (In Antioch they had been entrusted to God's care for the work they had now finished.) <a href="/gnt/acts/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> and from there they sailed back to Antioch, the place where they had been commended to the care of God's grace for the work they had now completed. <a href="/isv/acts/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> From there they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been entrusted to the grace of God for the work they had completed. <a href="/msb/acts/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed. <a href="/net/acts/14.htm">NET Bible</a> From there they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had now completed. <a href="/nheb/acts/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> From there they sailed to Antioch, from where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they had fulfilled. <a href="/wbt/acts/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been commended to the grace of God, for the work which they fulfilled. <a href="/wey/acts/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Thence they sailed to Antioch, where they had previously been commended to the grace of God in connexion with the work which they had now completed. <a href="/web/acts/14.htm">World English Bible</a> From there they sailed to Antioch, from where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they had fulfilled. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/acts/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and [from] there sailed to Antioch, from where they had been given by the grace of God for the work that they fulfilled; <a href="/blb/acts/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And from there they sailed to Antioch, from where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work that they had fulfilled. <a href="/ylt/acts/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and thence did sail to Antioch, whence they had been given by the grace of God for the work that they fulfilled; <a href="/slt/acts/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And thence they sailed away to Antioch, thence were they delivered by the grace of God to the work which they completed.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/acts/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And thence they sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been delivered to the grace of God, unto the work which they accomplished. <a href="/cpdv/acts/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> <V 14:25>And from there, they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work which they had now accomplished. <a href="/nabre/acts/14.htm">New American Bible</a> From there they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had now accomplished. <a href="/nrsvce/acts/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> From there they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work that they had completed.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/acts/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And thence they sailed and came to An’tioch, because from there they had been recommended to the grace of the LORD, for the work which they fulfilled. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/acts/14.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And from there they journeyed by sea and came to Antiakia, because from there they were commending the work which they had finished to the grace of THE LORD JEHOVAH.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/acts/14.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> thence they sailed to Antioch, from which place they had been commended to the grace of God, for the work which they had accomplished.<CM> <a href="/godbey/acts/14.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and thence they sailed away into Antioch, whence they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled. <a href="/haweis/acts/14.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and thence sailed for Antioch, from whence they had been commended to the grace of God for the service which they had performed. <a href="/mace/acts/14.htm">Mace New Testament</a> from thence they sailed to Antioch, where they had been recommended to the favour of God, for the commission, which they had now discharg'd. <a href="/wey/acts/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Thence they sailed to Antioch, where they had previously been commended to the grace of God in connexion with the work which they had now completed. <a href="/worrell/acts/14.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and thence they sailed to Antioch, whence they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they accomplished. <a href="/worsley/acts/14.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And from thence they sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God, for the work which they had now fulfilled. <a href="/parallel/acts/14-26.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=4804" 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/14.htm">The Report to the Church at Antioch</a> 25And when they had spoken the word in Perga, they went down to Attalia. 26<a href="/greek/2547.htm" title="2547: Kakeithen (Conj) -- And thence, and from there; and then afterwards. From kai and ekeithen; likewise from that place.">From Attalia</a> <a href="/greek/636.htm" title="636: apepleusan (V-AIA-3P) -- To sail away. From apo and pleo; to set sail.">they sailed</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/490.htm" title="490: Antiocheian (N-AFS) -- From Antiochus; Antiochia, a place in Syria.">Antioch,</a> <a href="/greek/3606.htm" title="3606: hothen (Adv) -- From hos with the directive enclitic of source; from which place or source or cause.">where</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēsan (V-IIA-3P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">they had</a> <a href="/greek/3860.htm" title="3860: paradedomenoi (V-RPM/P-NMP) -- From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit.">been commended</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- 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/5485.htm" title="5485: chariti (N-DFS) -- From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.">grace</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.">of God</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.">for</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-ANS) -- 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/2041.htm" title="2041: ergon (N-ANS) -- From a primary ergo; toil; by implication, an act.">work</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: ho (RelPro-ANS) -- Who, which, what, that. "></a> <a href="/greek/4137.htm" title="4137: eplērōsan (V-AIA-3P) -- From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc.">they had just completed.</a> 27When they arrived, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through them, and how He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles.…<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/13-1.htm">Acts 13:1-3</a> Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul. / While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Acts 15:40</a> but Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. <a href="/acts/11-19.htm">Acts 11:19-26</a> Meanwhile those scattered by the persecution that began with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, speaking the message only to Jews. / But 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. / The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. ... <a href="/acts/18-22.htm">Acts 18:22</a> When Paul had landed at Caesarea, he went up and greeted the church at Jerusalem. Then he went down to Antioch. <a href="/acts/15-35.htm">Acts 15:35</a> But Paul and Barnabas remained at Antioch, along with many others, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord. <a href="/acts/20-32.htm">Acts 20:32</a> And now I commit you to God and to the word of His grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all who are sanctified. <a href="/acts/11-30.htm">Acts 11:30</a> This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul. <a href="/acts/12-25.htm">Acts 12:25</a> When Barnabas and Saul had fulfilled their mission to Jerusalem, they returned, bringing with them John, also called Mark. <a href="/acts/15-3.htm">Acts 15:3</a> Sent on their way by the church, they passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, recounting the conversion of the Gentiles and bringing great joy to all the brothers. <a href="/acts/16-40.htm">Acts 16:40</a> After Paul and Silas came out of the prison, they went to Lydia’s house to see the brothers and encourage them. Then they left the city. <a href="/acts/21-19.htm">Acts 21:19</a> Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry. <a href="/acts/9-26.htm">Acts 9:26-30</a> When Saul arrived in Jerusalem, he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him, not believing that he was a disciple. / Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus. / So Saul stayed with them, moving about freely in Jerusalem and speaking boldly in the name of the Lord. ... <a href="/acts/15-4.htm">Acts 15:4</a> On their arrival in Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and apostles and elders, to whom they reported all that God had done through them. <a href="/acts/18-23.htm">Acts 18:23</a> After Paul had spent some time in Antioch, he traveled from place to place throughout the region of Galatia and Phrygia, strengthening all the disciples. <a href="/acts/19-21.htm">Acts 19:21</a> After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And there sailed to Antioch, from where they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.to Antioch.<a href="/acts/11-19.htm">Acts 11:19,26</a> Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but unto the Jews only… <a href="/acts/13-1.htm">Acts 13:1</a> Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.<a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Acts 15:22,30</a> Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren: … recommended.<a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Acts 14:23</a> And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.<a href="/acts/13-1.htm">Acts 13:1-3</a> Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul… <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Acts 15:40</a> And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.the work.<a href="/romans/15-19.htm">Romans 15:19</a> Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ.<a href="/colossians/1-25.htm">Colossians 1:25,28</a> Whereof I am made a minister, according to the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfil the word of God; … <a href="/colossians/4-17.htm">Colossians 4:17</a> And say to Archippus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received in the Lord, that thou fulfil it.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/19-28.htm">Accomplished</a> <a href="/acts/14-21.htm">Antioch</a> <a href="/acts/14-25.htm">Attalia</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Commended</a> <a href="/acts/14-23.htm">Committed</a> <a href="/acts/13-33.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/luke/23-19.htm">Connexion</a> <a href="/acts/13-33.htm">Fulfilled</a> <a href="/acts/14-3.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/acts/6-14.htm">Handed</a> <a href="/acts/10-41.htm">Previously</a> <a href="/acts/27-42.htm">Recommended</a> <a href="/acts/13-13.htm">Sail</a> <a href="/acts/13-13.htm">Sailed</a> <a href="/acts/13-13.htm">Ship</a> <a href="/acts/13-4.htm">Thence</a> <a href="/john/19-9.htm">Whence</a> <a href="/acts/13-41.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/21-5.htm">Accomplished</a> <a href="/acts/14-28.htm">Antioch</a> <a href="/acts/14-25.htm">Attalia</a> <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Commended</a> <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Committed</a> <a href="/acts/21-7.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/acts/15-20.htm">Connexion</a> <a href="/acts/19-21.htm">Fulfilled</a> <a href="/acts/15-11.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/acts/16-4.htm">Handed</a> <a href="/acts/21-29.htm">Previously</a> <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Recommended</a> <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">Sail</a> <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">Sailed</a> <a href="/acts/15-39.htm">Ship</a> <a href="/acts/16-12.htm">Thence</a> <a href="/acts/28-13.htm">Whence</a> <a href="/acts/15-38.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Acts 14</div>1. <a href="/acts/14-1.htm">Paul and Barnabas are persecuted from Iconium.</a> 8. <a href="/acts/14-8.htm">At Lystra Paul heals a cripple, whereupon they are reputed as gods.</a> 19. <a href="/acts/14-19.htm">Paul is stoned.</a> 21. <a href="/acts/14-21.htm">They pass through various churches, confirming the disciples in faith and patience.</a> 26. <a href="/acts/14-26.htm">Returning to Antioch, they report what God had done with them.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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It served as a significant hub for maritime travel in the ancient world. The city was founded by Attalus II, a king of Pergamon, and was known for its strategic location. This port was crucial for Paul and Barnabas as they concluded their first missionary journey, highlighting the importance of travel and trade routes in the spread of the Gospel.they sailed to Antioch Antioch in Syria was a major center for early Christianity and the base for Paul and Barnabas's missionary activities. It was the third-largest city in the Roman Empire and a melting pot of cultures and religions. This city was where believers were first called Christians (<a href="/acts/11-26.htm">Acts 11:26</a>), and it played a pivotal role in the early church as a launching point for missions. The return to Antioch signifies the completion of their mission and the importance of the church community in supporting and sending out missionaries.where they had been commended to the grace of God The phrase indicates that Paul and Barnabas were entrusted to God's grace by the church in Antioch before they embarked on their journey. This act of commendation reflects the early church's practice of prayer and laying on of hands as a means of seeking divine guidance and protection (<a href="/acts/13-3.htm">Acts 13:3</a>). It underscores the belief in God's sovereignty and provision in the mission work, emphasizing reliance on divine grace rather than human effort.for the work they had just completed The work refers to the missionary journey that Paul and Barnabas undertook, which included preaching the Gospel, establishing churches, and strengthening the faith of new believers. This journey is detailed in <a href="/acts/13.htm">Acts 13 and 14</a>, where they faced both opposition and success. The completion of this work highlights the fulfillment of their mission and the spread of Christianity beyond Jewish communities to Gentile regions, aligning with the Great Commission (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>). It also reflects the early church's commitment to evangelism and discipleship, setting a precedent for future missions.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/attalia.htm">Attalia</a> A port city in Pamphylia, modern-day Antalya in Turkey, from where Paul and Barnabas set sail back to Antioch. 2. <a href="/topical/a/antioch.htm">Antioch</a> A significant city in early Christianity, located in modern-day Turkey. It was the base for Paul and Barnabas's missionary journeys and a center for early Christian teaching. 3. <a href="/topical/p/paul_and_barnabas.htm">Paul and Barnabas</a> Early Christian missionaries who were instrumental in spreading the Gospel to the Gentiles. They were committed to God's grace for their missionary work. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_grace_of_god.htm">The Grace of God</a> Refers to the divine favor and empowerment given to Paul and Barnabas for their missionary endeavors. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_completed_work.htm">The Completed Work</a> The missionary journey that Paul and Barnabas had undertaken, which involved preaching the Gospel and establishing churches.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_god's_grace.htm">Commitment to God's Grace</a> Recognize that any work for God requires His grace and empowerment. Just as Paul and Barnabas were committed to God's grace, we too must rely on His strength for our tasks. <a href="/topical/c/completion_of_god-given_tasks.htm">Completion of God-given Tasks</a> Be diligent in completing the work God has assigned to you. Reflect on how Paul and Barnabas finished their journey and consider what tasks God has called you to complete. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_church_community.htm">The Role of the Church Community</a> Understand the importance of being sent and supported by a church community, as Paul and Barnabas were by the church in Antioch. Engage with your local church for support and accountability. <a href="/topical/r/reflecting_on_god's_faithfulness.htm">Reflecting on God's Faithfulness</a> Take time to reflect on how God has been faithful in your life and ministry, just as He was faithful to Paul and Barnabas in their journey. <a href="/topical/m/missionary_mindset.htm">Missionary Mindset</a> Cultivate a mindset that is open to God's calling, whether it is local or global. Consider how you can be involved in missions, inspired by the example of Paul and Barnabas.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_acts_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Acts 14</a> <a href="/q/paul's_missionary_journeys.htm">What were Apostle Paul's missionary journeys?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_worship_styles.htm">What are the different styles of worship?</a> <a href="/q/what_defined_early_christianity.htm">What characterized early Christianity in its initial stages?</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_paul's_1st_mission.htm">What were the key events in Paul's First Missionary Journey?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/acts/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 26. - They sailed for sailed, A.V.; committed for recommended, A.V.; had fulfilled for fulfilled, A.V. <a href="/commentaries/acts/14-26.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>From [Attalia] Κἀκεῖθεν (Kakeithen) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2547.htm">Strong's 2547: </a> And thence, and from there; and then afterwards. From kai and ekeithen; likewise from that place. they sailed ἀπέπλευσαν (apepleusan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_636.htm">Strong's 636: </a> To sail away. From apo and pleo; to set sail. 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. Antioch, Ἀντιόχειαν (Antiocheian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_490.htm">Strong's 490: </a> From Antiochus; Antiochia, a place in Syria. where ὅθεν (hothen) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3606.htm">Strong's 3606: </a> From hos with the directive enclitic of source; from which place or source or cause. they had ἦσαν (ēsan) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <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. been commended παραδεδομένοι (paradedomenoi) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3860.htm">Strong's 3860: </a> From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit. to the τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine 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. grace χάριτι (chariti) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5485.htm">Strong's 5485: </a> From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act. of God 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. for 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. the τὸ (to) Article - Accusative 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. work ἔργον (ergon) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2041.htm">Strong's 2041: </a> From a primary ergo; toil; by implication, an act. they had just completed. ἐπλήρωσαν (eplērōsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4137.htm">Strong's 4137: </a> From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/acts/14-26.htm">Acts 14:26 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/acts/14-26.htm">NT Apostles: Acts 14:26 From there they sailed to Antioch (Acts of the Apostles Ac) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/acts/14-25.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Acts 14:25"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Acts 14:25" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/acts/14-27.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Acts 14:27"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Acts 14:27" /></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>