Acts 5:11

11 And 1great fear came over the whole church, and over all who heard of these things.

Acts 5:11 Meaning and Commentary

Acts 5:11

And great fear came upon all the church
Which was still more increased by this instance of Sapphira's death:

and upon as many as heard these things;
who were not of the church; (See Gill on Acts 5:5).

Acts 5:11 In-Context

9 Then Peter said to her, "Why is it that you have agreed together to put the Spirit of the Lord to the test? Behold, the feet of those who have buried your husband are at the door, and they will carry you out as well."
10 And immediately she fell at his feet and breathed her last, and the young men came in and found her dead, and they carried her out and buried her beside her husband.
11 And great fear came over the whole church, and over all who heard of these things.
12 At the hands of the apostles many signs and wonders were taking place among the people; and they were all with one accord in Solomon's portico.
13 But none of the rest dared to associate with them; however, the people held them in high esteem.

Cross References 1

  • 1. Acts 2:43; Acts 5:5
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