Bible Strands
Acts 22:12
There a man named Ananias, a devout observer of the law who was highly regarded by all the Jews living there,
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses a hostile Jewish crowd in Jerusalem, narrating the immediate aftermath of his blinding encounter when a local resident enters the house.
The words — The text employs εὐλαβὴς (eulabēs) for "devout" and describes his practice as κατὰ τὸν νόμον (kata ton nomon), "according to the law."
The thread — His standing mirrors other biblical figures noted for communal respect, including Cornelius in Acts 10:22 and Demetrius in 3 John 1:12.
Why it lands — The verse records Ananias's established reputation before he acts, requiring the reader to recognize that the healing commission originates within the existing Jewish community rather than outside it.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report of all the Jews which dwelt there,
Cross-references
- Acts 10:22 “Cornelius the centurion has sent us,” they said. “He is a righteous and God-fearing man with a good reputation among the whole Jewish nation. A holy angel instructed him to request your presence in his home so he could hear a message from you.”
- Acts 6:3 Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them
- 3 John 1:12 Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true.
- Luke 2:25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
- Acts 8:2 God-fearing men buried Stephen and mourned deeply over him.
- Acts 9:10 In Damascus there was a disciple named Ananias. The Lord spoke to him in a vision, “Ananias!” “Here I am, Lord,” he answered.
- Acts 17:4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, along with a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few leading women.
- 2 Corinthians 6:8 through glory and dishonor, slander and praise; viewed as imposters, yet genuine;
- 1 Timothy 3:7 Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil.
- Hebrews 11:2 This is why the ancients were commended.