Acts 8:11

And to him they had regard, because that of long time he had bewitched them with sorceries.

King James Version
View Chapter

Other Translations for Acts 8:11

BSB
They paid close attention to him because he had astounded them for a long time with his sorcery.
AKJV
And to him they had regard, because that of long time he had bewitched them with sorceries.
CPDV
And they were attentive to him because, for a long time, he had deluded them with his magic.
ERV
And they gave heed to him, because that of long time he had amazed them with his sorceries.
NHEB
They listened to him, because for a long time he had amazed them with his sorceries.
SMT
And they attended to him, because for a sufficient time they were astonished by magics.

Commentary for Acts 8:11

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Acts 8:11
Summary
Extended pattern of deception maintained institutional false allegiance
Place
Samaria
Event
Simon's control through sorcery
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Narrative