Acts 5:41

So the apostles went out from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for the Name.

Text-Critical English NT

In The King James Version

And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.

In Context

40They were persuaded by him, and after calling in the apostles, they beat them, commanded them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and released them.

42And every day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they did not cease teaching and preaching the good news that Jesus is the Christ.

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Cross References

Matthew 5:10Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

John 15:21But they will do all these things to you on account of my name, because they do not know him who sent me.

Romans 5:3Not only that, but we also boast in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces endurance,

Philippians 1:29For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him,

Hebrews 12:2fixing our eyes upon Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Matthew Henry on Acts 5:27-42

The Seizing of the Apostles; The Examination of the Apostles; The Advice of Gamaliel. 26 Then went the captain with the officers, and brought them without violence: for they feared the people, lest they should have been stoned. 27 And when they had brought them, they set them before the council: and the high priest asked them, 28 Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us. 29… Read the whole commentary →

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