Acts 23:2

And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Acts 23:2

BSB
At this, the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth.
AKJV
And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth.
CPDV
And the high priest, Ananias, instructed those who were standing nearby to strike him on the mouth.
ERV
And the high priest Ananias commanded them that stood by him to smite him on the mouth.
NHEB
The high priest, Ananias, commanded those who stood by him to strike him on the mouth.
SMT
And the chief priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to strike his month.

Commentary for Acts 23:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Acts 23:2
Summary
High priest orders Paul struck on mouth
Place
Jerusalem
Event
High priest orders assault
Estimated Time Period
c. 57 AD
Category
Narrative