Acts 5:29

Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Acts 5:29

BSB

But Peter and the other apostles replied, "We must obey God rather than men.

AKJV

Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.

CPDV

But Peter and the Apostles responded by saying: "It is necessary to obey God, more so than men.

ERV

But Peter and the apostles answered and said, We must obey God rather than men.

NHEB

But Peter and the apostles answered, "We must obey God rather than people.

SMT

And Peter having answered, and the sent, said, We must obey God rather than men.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Acts 5:29

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Commentary for Acts 5:29

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Overview of Acts 5:29

Summary

Peter declares allegiance to divine authority over human

Place

Council

Event

Peter chooses heavenly obedience

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD