New International Version At that, Paul left the Council. New Living Translation That ended Paul’s discussion with them, English Standard Version So Paul went out from their midst. Berean Standard Bible At that, Paul left the Areopagus. Berean Literal Bible Thus Paul went out from their midst. King James Bible So Paul departed from among them. New King James Version So Paul departed from among them. New American Standard Bible So Paul went out from among them. NASB 1995 So Paul went out of their midst. NASB 1977 So Paul went out of their midst. Legacy Standard Bible In this way, Paul went out of their midst. Amplified Bible So Paul left them. Berean Annotated Bible At that, Paul (humble) left the Areopagus. Christian Standard Bible So Paul left their presence. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Paul left their presence. American Standard Version Thus Paul went out from among them. Contemporary English Version When Paul left the council meeting, English Revised Version Thus Paul went out from among them. GOD'S WORD® Translation With this response, Paul left the court. Good News Translation And so Paul left the meeting. International Standard Version And so Paul left the meeting. NET Bible So Paul left the Areopagus. New Heart English Bible Thus Paul went out from among them. Webster's Bible Translation So Paul departed from among them. Weymouth New Testament So Paul went away from them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAt that, Paul left the Areopagus. World English Bible Thus Paul went out from among them. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand so Paul went forth from the midst of them, Berean Literal Bible Thus Paul went out from their midst. Young's Literal Translation and so Paul went forth from the midst of them, Smith's Literal Translation And so Paul went forth from the midst of them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo Paul went out from among them. Catholic Public Domain Version So Paul departed from their midst. New American Bible And so Paul left them. New Revised Standard Version At that point Paul left them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo Paul left them. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And so Paulus went out from among them. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd so Paul departed from among them. Godbey New Testament So Paul went out from their midst. Haweis New Testament And so Paul departed from the midst of them. Mace New Testament upon which Paul left the assembly. Weymouth New Testament So Paul went away from them. Worrell New Testament Thus Paul went forth out of their midst. Worsley New Testament So Paul went out of the assembly. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Paul Before the Areopagus…32When they heard about the resurrection of the dead, some began to mock him, but others said, “We want to hear you again on this topic.” 33At that, Paul left the Areopagus. 34But some joined him and believed, including Dionysius the Areopagite, a woman named Damaris, and others who were with them.… Cross References At that, Acts 5:33 When the Council members heard this, they were enraged, and they resolved to put the apostles to death. Acts 7:54 On hearing this, the members of the Sanhedrin were enraged, and they gnashed their teeth at him. John 8:59 At this, they picked up stones to throw at Him. But Jesus was hidden and went out of the temple area. Paul Acts 13:9 Then Saul, who was also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked directly at Elymas Acts 15:40 but Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. Acts 18:23 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. left Acts 18:1 After this, Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. Acts 20:1 When the uproar had ended, Paul sent for the disciples. And after encouraging them, he said goodbye to them and left for Macedonia. 2 Corinthians 2:13 I had no peace in my spirit, because I did not find my brother Titus there. So I said goodbye to them and went on to Macedonia. the Areopagus. 1 Thessalonians 3:1 So when we could bear it no longer, we were willing to be left on our own in Athens. 1 Corinthians 1:22-25 Jews demand signs and Greeks search for wisdom, / but we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, / but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. … Colossians 2:8 See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, which are based on human tradition and the spiritual forces of the world rather than on Christ. Acts 13:42-43 As Paul and Barnabas were leaving the synagogue, the people urged them to continue this message on the next Sabbath. / After the synagogue was dismissed, many of the Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, who spoke to them and urged them to continue in the grace of God. Acts 14:4-7 The people of the city were divided. Some sided with the Jews, and others with the apostles. / But when the Gentiles and Jews, together with their rulers, set out to mistreat and stone them, / they found out about it and fled to the Lycaonian cities of Lystra and Derbe and to the surrounding region, … Acts 19:8-10 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. Acts 28:23-24 So they set a day to meet with Paul, and many people came to the place he was staying. He expounded to them from morning to evening, testifying about the kingdom of God and persuading them about Jesus from the Law of Moses and the Prophets. / Some of them were convinced by what he said, but others refused to believe. Treasury of Scripture So Paul departed from among them. Jump to Previous Council Departed Forth Midst PaulJump to Next Council Departed Forth Midst PaulActs 17 1. Paul preaches at Thessalonica, where some believe,5. and others persecute him. 10. He is sent to Berea, and preaches there. 13. Being persecuted by Jews from Thessalonica, 16. he comes to Athens, and disputes and preaches the living God, to them unknown; 32. whereby, though some mock, many are converted unto Christ. At that, After receiving a mixed response to his teaching about the resurrection, Paul left the council. Act 5:33 When the Council members heard this, they were enraged… Paul Paul ended his address before the assembled council and departed from their midst. Act 13:9 Then Saul, who was also called Paul, filled… left He did not remain to continue the public debate, though some Athenians later believed his message. Act 18:1 After this, Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. the Areopagus. The meeting had taken place at Athens’s recognized setting for religious and civic discussion. 1Th 3:1 So when we could bear it no longer, we were willing… Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe apostle who is central to the Book of Acts, known for his missionary journeys and spreading the Gospel to the Gentiles. In Acts 17, he is in Athens, engaging with philosophers and sharing the message of Jesus Christ. 2. Areopagus A prominent rock outcropping in Athens, also known as Mars Hill. It was a place where the council of elders met and where philosophical discussions took place. Paul used this setting to address the Athenians about their religious beliefs. 3. Athens A city in Greece known for its rich history in philosophy, arts, and religion. It was a center of learning and culture during Paul's time. 4. Epicureans and Stoics Philosophers who engaged with Paul in Athens. The Epicureans pursued pleasure as the highest good, while the Stoics emphasized rationality and self-control. 5. Dionysius the Areopagite and Damaris Individuals mentioned later in Acts 17 who were among those who believed Paul's message after his speech at the Areopagus. Teaching Points Engaging Culture with the GospelPaul’s approach in Athens shows the importance of understanding and engaging with the culture around us to effectively communicate the Gospel. Boldness in Witnessing Despite being in a city full of idols and philosophical opposition, Paul boldly proclaimed the truth of Jesus Christ. God’s Sovereignty in Evangelism Paul’s departure from the Areopagus reminds us that the results of evangelism are in God’s hands. Our role is to faithfully share the message. The Power of the Gospel Even in a place like Athens, known for its intellectualism and idolatry, the Gospel had the power to transform lives, as seen in the conversion of Dionysius and Damaris. Respectful Dialogue Paul’s respectful engagement with the Athenians serves as a model for how Christians can discuss faith with those who hold different beliefs. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 17:33?2. How can we emulate Paul's approach when sharing the Gospel in Acts 17:33? 3. What does Paul's departure in Acts 17:33 teach about trusting God's timing? 4. How does Acts 17:33 connect with Jesus' instructions in Matthew 10:14? 5. How can Acts 17:33 inspire us to persevere in evangelism despite challenges? 6. What lessons from Acts 17:33 can we apply to modern-day ministry efforts? 7. What is the significance of Paul's departure in Acts 17:33 for Christian evangelism today? 8. How does Acts 17:33 reflect the response to Paul's message in Athens? 9. Why did some Athenians reject Paul's teachings in Acts 17:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 17? Verse 33. - Thus for so, A.V. and T.R.; went out for departed, A.V. The meaning is that he left the assembly in the Areopagus. At ver. 22 we were told that he stood ἐν μέσῳ τοῦ Ἀρείου πάγου (where see note); now he went out ἐκ μέσου αὐτῶν, leaving them still sitting on their benches, while he walked down the steps to the city again from the place where he stood. Acts 17:33 records a simple action packed with meaning. Having delivered a clear proclamation of the risen Christ, Paul discerned the moment to step away, entrusting results to God and pressing ahead to new fields. The verse challenges believers to speak truth faithfully, recognize when a witness is complete, and keep the mission moving—confident that the Word has done its work and will bear fruit wherever the Spirit leads next. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek At that,οὕτως (houtōs) Adverb Strong's 3779: Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows). Paul Παῦλος (Paulos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. left ἐξῆλθεν (exēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1831: To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue. [the Areopagus]. μέσου (mesou) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 3319: Middle, in the middle, between, in the midst of. From meta; middle (neuter) noun). Additonal Resources Acts 17:33 Blue Letter BibleActs 17:33 Bible Gateway Acts 17:33 Bible.com Acts 17:33 NIV |
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