Acts 2
The Day of Pentecost
1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.
2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. Related: Song of Solomon 4:16. Parallel theme: Acts 4:31, 1 Kings 19:11, Psalms 18:10, Isaiah 65:24, Malachi 3:1, John 3:8 +2
3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. Parallel theme: Acts 2:4, Genesis 11:6, Jeremiah 23:29, Matthew 3:11, Luke 24:32
4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. Holy: Acts 4:31, 7:55, 9:17, 13:52, 19:6, John 14:26. Spirit: 1 Corinthians 12:10, Ephesians 5:18. Parallel theme: Acts 10:46, Mark 16:17 +5
5 And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven.
6 Now when this was noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were confounded, because that every man heard them speak in his own language.
7 And they were all amazed and marvelled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all these which speak Galilaeans? Parallel theme: Acts 1:11, 2:12, John 7:52
8 And how hear we every man in our own tongue, wherein we were born?
9 Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia, Parallel theme: Acts 6:9, 16:6, 18:2, 19:10, Genesis 14:1, 24:10, 2 Kings 17:6, Isaiah 11:11, 1 Peter 1:1, Revelation 1:4 +5
10 Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes, Parallel theme: Acts 13:13, 13:43, 15:38, 16:6, 18:23, Zechariah 8:20, 8:23 +2
11 Cretes and Arabians, we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God. References God: Exodus 15:11, Isaiah 25:1, Hebrews 2:4. Parallel theme: Job 9:10, Psalms 26:7, Isaiah 13:20, 28:29, Jeremiah 25:24, 1 Corinthians 12:10, Titus 1:12 +5
12 And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this? Parallel theme: Acts 17:20, Luke 15:26, 18:36
13 Others mocking said, These men are full of new wine.
Peter's Sermon at Pentecost
14 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: Word: Isaiah 51:7, Hosea 8:1. Parallel theme: Acts 5:35, Deuteronomy 27:9, Isaiah 51:1, 58:1
15 For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day.
16 But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel;
17 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: Prophecy: Acts 21:9, 1 Corinthians 12:28. References God: Luke 3:6. Spirit: Acts 10:45, Isaiah 44:3, Ezekiel 11:19, Zechariah 12:10, John 7:39. Parallel theme: Isaiah 66:23, Hebrews 1:2 +5
18 And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my SpiritSpirit: πνεῦμα (Pneuma). The Greek pneuma (πνεῦμα) means spirit, wind, or breath—the immaterial aspect of persons. The Holy Spirit (Pneuma Hagion) is the third person of the Trinity, dwelling in believers.; and they shall prophesy: Parallel theme: Galatians 3:28, Colossians 3:11
19 And I will shew wonders in heavenHeaven: οὐρανός (Ouranos). The Greek ouranos (οὐρανός) denotes heaven—God's throne and the believer's eternal home. Jesus taught His disciples to pray 'Our Father which art in heaven' (Matthew 6:9) and promised to prepare a place there (John 14:2). above, and signs in the earth beneath; blood, and fire, and vapour of smoke:
20 The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before that great and notable day of the Lord come: References Lord: Joel 2:1, 3:14, Malachi 4:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, 2 Peter 3:10. Darkness: Amos 8:9, Matthew 24:29, Mark 13:24. Parallel theme: Luke 21:25, 2 Peter 3:7 +5
21 And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved.
22 Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:
23 Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., ye have taken, and by wicked hands have crucified and slain: References God: Acts 3:18, 5:30, Romans 4:17. Evil: Genesis 50:20. Parallel theme: Acts 4:28, 13:27, Psalms 76:10, Matthew 26:24, Luke 22:22, 1 Peter 1:20 +5
24 Whom God hath raised up, having loosed the pains of death: because it was not possible that he should be holden of it.
25 For David speaketh concerning him, I foresaw the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. always before my face, for he is on my right hand, that I should not be moved: References Lord: Psalms 21:7, 110:5, Isaiah 41:13. Parallel theme: Psalms 30:6, 62:2, 62:6, 73:23, 109:31 +3
26 Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad; moreover also my flesh shall rest in hope: Hope: Psalms 16:9. Parallel theme: Psalms 63:5, 71:23
27 Because thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. Holy: Psalms 16:10, 1 John 2:20, Revelation 3:7. Parallel theme: Acts 2:31, Psalms 86:13, John 11:39, 1 Corinthians 15:52, 15:55, Revelation 1:18, 20:13 +5
28 Thou hast made known to me the ways of life; thou shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance.
29 Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day.
30 Therefore being a prophetProphet: προφήτης (Prophētēs). The Greek prophētēs (προφήτης) denotes a prophet—one who speaks forth God's message. Jesus was recognized as 'a prophet mighty in deed and word' (Luke 24:19), fulfilling and surpassing the prophetic office., and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne;
31 He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption. Parallel theme: Acts 2:27, 13:35, Psalms 16:10
32 This Jesus hath GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. raised up, whereof we all are witnesses.
33 Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear.
34 For David is not ascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The LORDLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, References Lord: Psalms 110:1, Mark 12:36. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 15:25, Ephesians 1:22, Hebrews 1:13
35 Until I make thy foes thy footstool.
36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
Three Thousand Converted
37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?
38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the HolyHoly: ἅγιος (Hagios). The Greek hagios (ἅγιος) denotes holiness—moral purity and separation unto God. Believers are called 'saints' (hagioi), those set apart for God through Christ's sanctifying work. Ghost.
39 For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. shall call. Covenant: Hebrews 9:15. References Lord: Isaiah 54:13, Joel 2:32. References God: Acts 15:8, 1 Peter 5:10, 2 Peter 1:3, Revelation 19:9. Parallel theme: Isaiah 44:3, Romans 8:30, Ephesians 4:4 +5
40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, SaveSave: σῴζω (Sozo). The Greek sozo (σῴζω) means to save—deliverance from sin, death, and judgment. 'Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved' (Acts 16:31). The word also encompasses physical healing and spiritual wholeness. yourselves from this untoward generation.
41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. Word: Acts 4:4, 13:48. Parallel theme: Acts 2:37, 2:47, Psalms 110:3, John 14:12
42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Kingdom: Acts 2:46, Hebrews 10:25. Prayer: Acts 1:14, Ephesians 6:18, Colossians 4:2. Parallel theme: Acts 20:7, Ephesians 2:20, Colossians 1:23, 1 John 1:3, 1:7 +5
43 And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. Parallel theme: Jeremiah 33:9, Mark 16:17, Luke 7:16, 8:37, John 14:12
44 And all that believed were together, and had all things common; Faith: Acts 4:32
45 And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need.
46 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, Kingdom: Acts 2:42. Temple: Acts 5:42. Sin: 2 Corinthians 1:12, Colossians 3:22. Parallel theme: Acts 16:34, 20:7, Nehemiah 8:10, Psalms 86:11, Ecclesiastes 9:7, Romans 12:8 +5
47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. Salvation: Romans 9:27, 1 Corinthians 1:18. References God: Acts 2:39, Luke 2:52, Romans 14:18. References Lord: Acts 11:24, 13:48. Parallel theme: Acts 2:41, 16:5, Romans 8:30 +5