Acts 8:13

Even Simon believed, and after his baptism attached himself to Philip, and was in his turn mystified at seeing signs and great miracles constantly occurring.

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In The King James Version

Then Simon himself believed also: and when he was baptized, he continued with Philip, and wondered, beholding the miracles and signs which were done.

In Context

12However, when they came to believe Philip, as he told them the good news about the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.

14When the apostles at Jerusalem heard that the Samaritans had welcomed God’s message, they sent Peter and John to them;

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Cross References

Psalms 106:12So then they believed in his words, and began to sing his praise.

Mark 16:17Moreover these signs will attend those who believe. In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new languages;

John 2:23While Jesus was in Jerusalem, during the Passover Festival, many came to trust in him, when they saw the signs of his mission that he was giving.

John 7:21“There was one thing I did,” replied Jesus, “at which you are all still wondering.

Acts 3:10and, when they recognized him as the man who used to sit begging at the Beautiful Gate of the Temple, they were utterly astonished and amazed at what had happened to him.

Acts 8:21You have no share or part in our message, for your heart is not right with God.

Matthew Henry on Acts 8:5-14

The Spreading of the Gospel; Philip's Success. 4 Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word. 5 Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto them. 6 And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did. 7 For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed. 8 And there was great joy in… Read the whole commentary →

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