Acts 22:16

And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Acts 22:16

BSB

And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized, and wash your sins away, calling on His name.'

AKJV

And now why tarry you? arise, and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord.

CPDV

And now, why do you delay? Rise up, and be baptized, and wash away your sins, by invoking his name.'

ERV

And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on his name.

NHEB

Now why do you wait? Arise, be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on his name.'

SMT

And now what art thou about to do having risen, be immersed and wash away thy sins, having called upon the name of the Lord.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Acts 22:16

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Commentary for Acts 22:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Acts 22:16

Summary

Paul urged to be baptized and cleansed from sins.

Place

Damascus

Event

Paul is baptized

Estimated Time Period

c. 33-35 AD