Acts 23:5
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King James Version (modern wording)
Then said Paul, I know not, brethren, that he was the high priest: for it is written, You shall not speak evil of the ruler of your people.
Acts 23:5 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And Paul said, I knew not, brethren, that he was high priest: for it is written, Thou shalt not speak evil of a ruler of thy people.
Acts 23:5 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
“Brothers,” Paul replied, “I was not aware that he was the high priest, for it is written: ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people.’”
Acts 23:5 (BSB)
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What does Acts 23:5 say?
Acts 23:5 in modern King James wording reads: "Then said Paul, I know not, brethren, that he was the high priest: for it is written, You shall not speak evil of the ruler of your people."
Where is Acts 23:5 found in the Bible?
Acts 23:5 is verse 5 of chapter 23 of the book of Acts, in the New Testament. Acts has 28 chapters.
Which translations of Acts 23:5 can I read here?
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