Acts 12:22

The people shouted, “The voice of a god, and not of a man!”

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In The King James Version

And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man.

In Context

21On an appointed day, Herod dressed himself in royal clothing, sat on the throne, and gave a speech to them.

23Immediately an angel of the Lord struck him, because he didn’t give God the glory. Then he was eaten by worms and died.

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Cross References

Psalms 12:2Everyone lies to his neighbour. They speak with flattering lips, and with a double heart.

Daniel 11:12The multitude will be carried off, and his heart will be exalted. He will cast down tens of thousands, but he won’t prevail.

Jude 1:16These are murmurers and complainers, walking after their lusts—and their mouth speaks proud things—showing respect of persons to gain advantage.

Matthew Henry on Acts 12:21-25

The Death of Herod. 20 And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon: but they came with one accord to him, and, having made Blastus the king's chamberlain their friend, desired peace; because their country was nourished by the king's country. 21 And upon a set day Herod, arrayed in royal apparel, sat upon his throne, and made an oration unto them. 22 And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. 23 And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave… Read the whole commentary →

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