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Acts 17:16-19 (Basic)

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¹⁶ Now while Paul was waiting for them at Athens, his spirit was troubled, for he saw all the town full of images of the gods. ¹⁷ So he had discussions in the Synagogue with the Jews and God-fearing Gentiles, and every day in the market-place with those who were there. ¹⁸ And some of those who were supporters of the theories of the Epicureans and the Stoics, had a meeting with him. And some said, What is this talker of foolish words saying? And others, He seems to be a preacher of strange gods: because he was preaching of ¹⁹ And they took him to Mars' Hill, saying, Will you make clear to us what is this new teaching of yours?

This passage is referenced in the following quiet time(s):
(v. 16) Seeking God (part I) (2010-12-11)
(v. 16) Day 16 - Saved to Save (2011-12-19)
(v. 17) Power of Gratitude - Uncommon Peace (2008-02-26)
(v. 17) Seeking God (part I) (2010-12-11)
(v. 17) Day 16 - Saved to Save (2011-12-19)
(v. 18) Seeking God (part I) (2010-12-11)
(v. 18) Day 16 - Saved to Save (2011-12-19)
(v. 19) Seeking God (part I) (2010-12-11)
(v. 19) Day 16 - Saved to Save (2011-12-19)

Definition(s):
Epicureans (E-pi-kew-ree-ans):
So (Soh):