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NEW TESTAMENT · VERSE 1

Acts 6:1

World English Bible Updated

Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, a complaint arose from the Hellenists† against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily service.

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Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, a complaint arose from the Hellenists† against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily service.

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The twelve summoned the multitude of the disciples and said, “It is not appropriate for us to forsake the word of God and serve tables.

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Therefore, select from among you, brothers, seven men of good report, full of the Holy Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.

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But we will continue steadfastly in prayer and in the ministry of the word.”

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  1. The Hellenists used Greek language and culture, even though they were also of Hebrew descent.

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