Acts 2:38
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King James Version (modern wording)
Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and all of you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2:38 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And Peter said unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2:38 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2:38 (BSB)
Context of Acts 2:38
This is on the Day of Pentecost in Jerusalem. After Peter's sermon, many in the crowd are moved and ask the apostles what they should do, and Peter answers with this verse. Christian traditions understand the relationship between baptism and forgiveness in this verse in different ways.
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Questions about Acts 2:38
What does Acts 2:38 say?
Acts 2:38 in modern King James wording reads: "Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and all of you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."
Where is Acts 2:38 found in the Bible?
Acts 2:38 is verse 38 of chapter 2 of the book of Acts, in the New Testament. Acts has 28 chapters.
What is the context of Acts 2:38?
This is on the Day of Pentecost in Jerusalem. After Peter's sermon, many in the crowd are moved and ask the apostles what they should do, and Peter answers with this verse. Christian traditions understand the relationship between baptism and forgiveness in this verse in different ways.