Acts 24:9

9 The other Jews joined in the accusation, asserting that these things were true.

Acts 24:9 in Other Translations

9 And the Jews also assented, saying that these things were so.

9 The Jews also joined in the charge, affirming that all these things were so.

9 Then the other Jews chimed in, declaring that everything Tertullus said was true.

9 The Jews joined in: "Hear, hear! That's right!"

9 The Jews also joined in the attack, alleging that these things were so.

Acts 24:9 Meaning and Commentary

Acts 24:9

And the Jews also assented
That is, Ananias the high priest, and the elders that were with him, agreed to what Tertullus said, and confirmed the same.

Saying, that these things were so;
that Paul was such a person, and was guilty of the crimes he had set forth; and that the chief captain had taken the steps, and done the things he had related.

Acts 24:9 In-Context

8 examining him yourself you will be able to learn the truth about all these charges we are bringing against him.”

9 The other Jews joined in the accusation, asserting that these things were true.

10 When the governor motioned for him to speak, Paul replied: “I know that for a number of years you have been a judge over this nation; so I gladly make my defense.

11 You can easily verify that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.

Cross References

• 1. S 1 Thessalonians 2:16