Acts 20:16
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King James Version (modern wording)
For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.
Acts 20:16 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For Paul had determined to sail past Ephesus, that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he was hastening, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.
Acts 20:16 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Paul had decided to sail past Ephesus to avoid spending time in the province of Asia, because he was in a hurry to reach Jerusalem, if possible, by the day of Pentecost.
Acts 20:16 (BSB)
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What does Acts 20:16 say?
Acts 20:16 in modern King James wording reads: "For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost."
Where is Acts 20:16 found in the Bible?
Acts 20:16 is verse 16 of chapter 20 of the book of Acts, in the New Testament. Acts has 28 chapters.
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