Acts 19:28
Acts 19:28 in Multiple Translations
When the men heard this, they were enraged and began shouting, “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!”
And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.
And when they heard this they were filled with wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.
And hearing this, they were very angry, crying out and saying, Great is Diana of Ephesus.
When they heard this they became furious, and shouted out, “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!”
Now when they heard it, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.
And they having heard, and having become full of wrath, were crying out, saying, 'Great [is] the Artemis of the Ephesians!'
When they heard this they were filled with anger, and cried out, saying, “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!”
And when they heard these sayings , they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.
Having heard these things, they were full of anger, and cried out, saying: Great is Diana of the Ephesians.
All the men there were very angry at Paul when they heard what Demetrius said. They began to shout, “The goddess Artemis of us Ephesians is very great!”
All the men there heard Demetrius say that, and then they were very angry with Paul. They started to shout, “Artemis is very great. She is the god of us Ephesus mob.”
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Study Notes — Acts 19:28
- Context
- Cross References
- Acts 19:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Acts 19:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 19:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 19:28
- Trapp's Commentary on Acts 19:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 19:28
- Cambridge Bible on Acts 19:28
- Barnes' Notes on Acts 19:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Acts 19:28
- Sermons on Acts 19:28
Context — The Riot in Ephesus
28When the men heard this, they were enraged and began shouting, “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!”
29Soon the whole city was in disarray. They rushed together into the theatre, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul’s traveling companions from Macedonia. 30Paul wanted to go before the assembly, but the disciples would not allow him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 13:4 | They worshiped the dragon who had given authority to the beast, and they worshiped the beast, saying, “Who is like the beast, and who can wage war against it?” |
| 2 | Revelation 17:13 | These kings have one purpose: to yield their power and authority to the beast. |
| 3 | Acts 16:19–24 | When the girl’s owners saw that their hope of making money was gone, they seized Paul and Silas and dragged them before the authorities in the marketplace. They brought them to the magistrates and said, “These men are Jews and are throwing our city into turmoil by promoting customs that are unlawful for us Romans to adopt or practice.” The crowd joined in the attack against Paul and Silas, and the magistrates ordered that they be stripped and beaten with rods. And after striking them with many blows, they threw them into prison and ordered the jailer to guard them securely. On receiving this order, he placed them in the inner cell and fastened their feet in the stocks. |
| 4 | Acts 18:19 | When they reached Ephesus, Paul parted ways with Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue there and reasoned with the Jews. |
| 5 | Acts 21:28–31 | crying out, “Men of Israel, help us! This is the man who teaches everywhere against our people and against our law and against this place. Furthermore, he has brought Greeks into the temple and defiled this holy place.” For they had previously seen Trophimus the Ephesian with him in the city, and they assumed that Paul had brought him into the temple. The whole city was stirred up, and the people rushed together. They seized Paul and dragged him out of the temple, and at once the gates were shut. While they were trying to kill him, the commander of the Roman regiment received a report that all Jerusalem was in turmoil. |
| 6 | 1 Samuel 5:3–5 | When the people of Ashdod got up early the next morning, there was Dagon, fallen on his face before the ark of the LORD. So they took Dagon and returned him to his place. But when they got up early the next morning, there was Dagon, fallen on his face before the ark of the LORD, with his head and his hands broken off and lying on the threshold. Only the torso remained. That is why, to this day, the priests of Dagon and all who enter the temple of Dagon in Ashdod do not step on the threshold. |
| 7 | Revelation 12:12 | Therefore rejoice, O heavens, and you who dwell in them! But woe to the earth and the sea; with great fury the devil has come down to you, knowing he has only a short time.” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 50:38 | A drought is upon her waters, and they will be dried up. For it is a land of graven images, and the people go mad over idols. |
| 9 | Acts 19:34–35 | But when they realized that he was a Jew, they all shouted in unison for about two hours: “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!” Finally the city clerk quieted the crowd and declared, “Men of Ephesus, doesn’t everyone know that the city of Ephesus is guardian of the temple of the great Artemis and of her image, which fell from heaven? |
| 10 | Acts 7:54 | On hearing this, the members of the Sanhedrin were enraged, and they gnashed their teeth at him. |
Acts 19:28 Summary
This verse shows how strongly people can react when their beliefs are challenged, as the men in Ephesus became enraged and started shouting about their goddess Artemis when they heard Paul's teachings. It's like when someone tells us something that goes against what we've always thought or believed, and we can feel angry or upset, as seen in other verses like Proverbs 29:11. But as followers of Jesus Christ, we need to remember that our ultimate loyalty is to Him, not to any person or thing, as stated in Matthew 10:37-38. We should be prepared to lovingly and boldly share the truth with others, even if it's hard or uncomfortable, and trust that God will give us the courage and wisdom we need, as promised in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted the men in Ephesus to become enraged and shout about Artemis?
The men were enraged because they believed Paul's teachings were a threat to their livelihood and the worship of Artemis, as seen in Acts 19:26-27, where it is stated that Paul had persuaded many people to turn away from idols, saying that man-made gods are no gods at all, which is also supported by 1 Corinthians 10:19-20.
Who is Artemis and why was she important to the people of Ephesus?
Artemis was a goddess worshiped by the people of Ephesus and the whole province of Asia, as mentioned in Acts 19:27, and her temple was a significant part of their culture and economy, much like the idols mentioned in 2 Thessalonians 2:4.
How does this verse relate to the concept of idolatry in the Bible?
This verse highlights the strong emotional attachment people can have to idols, as seen in the men's enraged response, which is similar to the idolatry condemned in Exodus 20:3-5 and Deuteronomy 5:7-9, where God commands His people to worship only Him and not to make idols.
What can we learn from the men's reaction to Paul's teachings in this verse?
We can learn that people often react strongly when their deeply held beliefs or traditions are challenged, as seen in Acts 19:28, and that as followers of Jesus Christ, we should be prepared to face opposition when sharing the Gospel, as warned in 2 Timothy 3:12 and Matthew 5:10-12.
Reflection Questions
- What are some modern-day 'idols' that people worship, and how can we, as followers of Jesus Christ, help them see the truth?
- How can we, like Paul, lovingly and boldly share the Gospel with those who are deeply rooted in false beliefs or traditions?
- What role does emotion play in our spiritual lives, and how can we ensure that our emotions are aligned with God's truth, as seen in Acts 19:28 and other verses like Psalms 42:1-2?
- In what ways can we, as a community of believers, support one another in sharing the Gospel and facing opposition, as seen in Acts 19:29-30?
Gill's Exposition on Acts 19:28
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 19:28
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 19:28
Trapp's Commentary on Acts 19:28
Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 19:28
Cambridge Bible on Acts 19:28
Barnes' Notes on Acts 19:28
Whedon's Commentary on Acts 19:28
Sermons on Acts 19:28
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(Youth Bible School 2007) by Faith Possess Patience, Godliness, and Love by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of spending time with God and seeking Him earnestly. He encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with God over wo |
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The Mystery of Iniquity by Lewis Sperry Chafer | Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the concept of the 'kingdom of heaven' and its various stages throughout history, from God ruling through patriarchs, judges, and kings of Israel to |
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Be Saved From the Spirit of the Antichrist by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen warns against the spirit of the Antichrist that seeks admiration and worship from others, paralleling it with Satan's desire for worship. He emphasizes that this spirit |
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Epistle 261 by George Fox | George Fox preaches against the customs and titles of the world, emphasizing that true manners come from avoiding evil words and following God's law, rather than outward gestures o |
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Things God Wants Us to Know - Part 2 by Brother Andrew | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a young man who dedicated his life to Jesus after hearing an invitation. The speaker emphasizes the importance of making a |
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An Answer to That Common Objection Against the Quakers &C. by Isaac Penington | Isaac Penington preaches about the dangers of setting up forms and appearances in worship that betray the sincerity of the heart, hindering the true life and power of godliness. He |
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Celebreation & Ministry 24.1.94 by George Verwer | In this video, the speaker encourages preachers to embrace the use of videos and photographs to reach a wider audience. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a good attitude |







