Bible Strands
Acts 8:6
The crowds all paid close attention to Philip’s message and to the signs they saw him perform.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Philip proclaims the Christ to a gathered crowd in a Samarian city. This moment occurs immediately after his arrival and directly precedes the exorcisms and healings recorded in the following verse.
The words — προσεῖχον (proseichon) literally means "were giving heed" or "were paying close attention." The term describes the crowd’s focused reception of Philip’s spoken message and observed signs.
The thread — The pattern of crowds heeding a proclaimed message appears in John 4:41 and reflects the unified obedience described in 2 Chronicles 30:12. These passages track how divine action historically compels collective attention.
Why it lands — The text demands that readers acknowledge attentive listening as the required response to a preached message accompanied by visible signs. It establishes observation and hearing as the baseline for engagement.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did.
Cross-references
- John 4:41 And many more believed because of His message.
- 2 Chronicles 30:12 Moreover, the power of God was on the people in Judah to give them one heart to obey the command of the king and his officials according to the word of the LORD.
- Matthew 20:15 Do I not have the right to do as I please with what is mine? Or are you envious because I am generous?’
- Acts 13:44 On the following Sabbath, nearly the whole city gathered to hear the word of the Lord.