The opening verses follow the NA28 Greek text closely, retaining the formal tone of the KJV while updating to modern U.S. English. “Theophilus” is kept as a proper name, consistent with the Greek. The phrase “began to do and teach” reflects the Greek’s emphasis on Jesus’ actions and teachings. Capitalized pronouns (He, Him, His) for Jesus and the Holy Spirit align with the instruction to emphasize divinity. “Gender-neutral” language is not needed here, as the Greek refers to specific individuals (apostles, Jesus). The phrase “convincing proofs” translates the Greek “τεκμηρίοις” (tekmeriois), emphasizing undeniable evidence, akin to the KJV’s “infallible proofs.”

The NA28 text uses “χρόνους ἢ καιρούς” (chronous e kairous), translated as “times or seasons” to maintain the KJV’s poetic distinction while using modern English. “People” in verse 10 and 11 replaces “men” to reflect the gender-neutral Greek “ἄνδρες” (andres), which can refer to people generally in this context. Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and the Holy Spirit continue as instructed. The phrase “ends of the earth” preserves the KJV’s grandeur while aligning with the Greek “ἕως ἐσχάτου τῆς γῆς” (heos eschatou tes ges).

The NA28 text lists the apostles’ names, which are rendered in their familiar English forms, consistent with the KJV tradition. “Sabbath day’s journey” is retained as a cultural term, clear in context to modern readers. The phrase “with one accord” translates the Greek “ὁμοθυμαδόν” (homothumadon), emphasizing unity, as in the KJV. “Together with the women” reflects the Greek’s inclusion of women without specifying gender elsewhere, aligning with gender-neutral intent where the text allows. No pronouns for God appear in this section.

The NA28 text supports “believers” over “disciples” for the Greek “μαθητῶν” (matheton) in verse 15, as it broadly refers to the group, aligning with gender-neutral language. “Friends” replaces the KJV’s “men and brethren” for the Greek “ἄνδρες ἀδελφοί” (andres adelphoi), which can include all genders in context. Pronouns for Judas in verse 18 are rendered as “they/their” to maintain gender neutrality where the Greek is ambiguous. The quotations from Psalms (69:25 and 109:8) follow the NA28’s reliance on the Septuagint, preserving the KJV’s solemn tone but in modern English.

The NA28 text’s “ἀνδρῶν” (andron) in verse 21 is translated as “those” to maintain gender neutrality, as the context refers to potential apostles without specifying gender. Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and God (“You,” “He”) are used consistently. The phrase “went in and out among us” preserves the KJV’s idiom while being clear in modern English. “Cast lots” reflects the Greek “ἔδωκαν κλήρους” (edokan klerous), maintaining the cultural practice’s specificity. The translation avoids archaic terms like “shew” (KJV) for “show,” aligning with modern U.S. English.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἦχος ὡς φερομένης πνοῆς βιαίας” for the sound in verse 2, translated as “a mighty rushing wind” to capture the KJV’s vivid imagery in modern English. “Tongues of fire” reflects “γλῶσσαι ὡσεὶ πυρός” in verse 3, maintaining the metaphorical sense. Gender-neutral “they” and “them” are used for the Greek “αὐτοί,” referring to the group of believers, as the context includes both men and women (Acts 1:14). Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “Spirit” follow the instruction to emphasize divinity.

The NA28 text’s “ἄνθρωποι εὐλαβεῖς” in verse 5 is translated as “devout people” to maintain gender neutrality, as the Greek term is not gender-specific. The list of nations in verses 9–11 follows the NA28, preserving the KJV’s formal tone but using modern terms (e.g., “converts to Judaism” for “proselytes”). “They” and “them” refer to the believers speaking in tongues, consistent with the gender-neutral group from verse 4. “Wonders of God” translates “τὰ μεγαλεῖα τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s grandeur.

The NA28 text’s “ἄνδρες Ἰουδαῖοι” in verse 14 is rendered as “People of Judea” for gender neutrality, as the context addresses a mixed crowd. The Joel quotation (Joel 2:28–32 in the Septuagint) uses “all people” for “πᾶσαν σάρκα” to reflect the inclusive Greek. Gender-specific terms like “sons and daughters” and “men and women” are retained where explicit in the Greek, per NA28. Capitalized pronouns (“My Spirit,” “I”) for God align with instructions. The phrase “great and glorious” translates “ἐπιφανῆ,” preserving the KJV’s majestic tone.

“People of Israel” in verse 22 translates “ἄνδρες Ἰσραηλῖται” for gender neutrality, as the crowd is mixed. “A person” for Jesus in verse 22 reflects the Greek “ἀνήρ” but uses neutral language where context allows. The Psalm 16:8–11 quotation follows the NA28’s Septuagint-based text, with “Hades” retained for accuracy over the KJV’s “hell.” Capitalized pronouns for God and Jesus (“Him,” “You,” “Your”) emphasize divinity. “Lawless people” translates “ἀνόμων,” aligning with the KJV’s tone but in modern English.

“Friends” in verse 29 translates “ἄνδρες ἀδελφοί” for gender neutrality, consistent with Acts 1:16. The Psalm 110:1 quotation in verses 34–35 follows the NA28’s Septuagint text, with capitalized pronouns for God and Christ (“My,” “Your”). “Christ” is retained as a title, per the Greek “τὸν Χριστόν.” The phrase “poured out this that you see and hear” reflects the Greek “τοῦτο ὃ καὶ βλέπετε καὶ ἀκούετε,” preserving the KJV’s vividness in modern English. Gender-neutral terms like “descendants” align with the inclusive context.

“Friends” in verse 37 translates “ἄνδρες ἀδελφοί” for gender neutrality, matching earlier usage. “Cut to the heart” renders “κατενύγησαν τὴν καρδίαν,” preserving the emotional intensity of the KJV. “Everyone” in verses 38–39 reflects the inclusive Greek “πάντες,” aligning with gender-neutral intent. Capitalized pronouns for God and the Holy Spirit (“Himself,” “Holy Spirit”) follow instructions. “Crooked generation” translates “γενεᾶς σκολιᾶς,” echoing the KJV’s tone but in modern English.

The NA28 text’s “πάντες” in verse 44 is translated as “all who believed” for gender neutrality, as the group includes men and women. “Awe came upon every soul” reflects “ἐγένετο δὲ πάσῃ ψυχῇ φόβος,” maintaining the KJV’s solemnity. “Glad and generous hearts” translates “ἀφελότητι καρδίας,” simplifying the KJV’s “singleness of heart” for modern clarity. Capitalized “Lord” and “God” follow the divine pronoun rule. The phrase “those who were being saved” aligns with the Greek “τοὺς σῳζομένους,” emphasizing ongoing salvation.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἄνθρωπός τις” in verse 2, translated as “a certain person” for gender neutrality, as the Greek does not specify gender. “Beautiful Gate” retains the traditional name for “Ὡραία Πύλη,” consistent with the KJV. “They” and “them” refer to the lame person, maintaining gender-neutral language. The phrase “hour of prayer, the ninth hour” translates “ὥραν τῆς προσευχῆς τὴν ἐνάτην,” preserving the KJV’s specificity in modern English. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

The NA28 text uses “αὐτόν” in verses 7–10, referring to the lame person; “them” is used for gender neutrality, as the Greek does not specify gender. “Rise up and walk” translates “ἔγειρε καὶ περιπάτει,” echoing the KJV’s directness in modern English. “Beautiful Gate” retains the traditional name for “Ὡραία Πύλη.” Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and God (“He,” “God”) follow instructions. The phrase “wonder and amazement” renders “θάμβους καὶ ἐκστάσεως,” preserving the KJV’s vivid tone.

“People of Israel” in verse 12 translates “ἄνδρες Ἰσραηλῖται” for gender neutrality, as the crowd is mixed. “Them” in verses 11–12 refers to the healed person, using gender-neutral language for “αὐτόν.” Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and God (“His,” “Him,” “He”) emphasize divinity. “Author of life” translates “ἀρχηγὸν τῆς ζωῆς” in verse 15, modernizing the KJV’s “Prince of life” while retaining its theological weight. The NA28 supports “ancestors” over “fathers” for “πατέρων” to align with gender-neutral intent.

“This person” and “them” in verse 16 refer to the healed individual, using gender-neutral language for “αὐτόν.” “Friends” in verse 17 translates “ἀδελφοί” for gender neutrality, consistent with prior usage (e.g., Acts 2:29). Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and God (“His,” “He,” “Him”) follow instructions. “Christ” is retained as a title for “Χριστός.” The phrase “times of refreshing” translates “καιροὶ ἀναψύξεως,” preserving the KJV’s poetic tone in modern English. The NA28 supports “holy prophets” for clarity.

The quotation from Deuteronomy 18:15–19 in verses 22–23 follows the NA28’s Septuagint-based text, with “people” for gender-neutral “ἀδελφῶν.” “Heirs” in verse 25 translates “υἱοί” to include all genders, aligning with the covenant’s context. The Abrahamic promise (Genesis 22:18) uses “offspring” for “σπέρματι,” maintaining gender neutrality. Capitalized pronouns for God and Jesus (“Him,” “His”) are consistent. “Wicked ways” modernizes the KJV’s “iniquities” for “πονηριῶν,” retaining its moral weight.

The NA28 Greek text uses “αὐτοὺς” in verses 1–3, referring to Peter and John; “they” and “them” are retained as the context specifies male apostles. The phrase “resurrection from the dead” translates “ἀνάστασιν τὴν ἐκ νεκρῶν,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis on resurrection. “Believers” in verse 4 renders “ἀνδρῶν” gender-neutrally, as the context implies a mixed group, aligning with the inclusive count of “five thousand.” Capitalized “Jesus” follows the divine pronoun rule.

“Rulers, elders, and scribes” in verse 5 translates “ἄρχοντας, πρεσβυτέρους, καὶ γραμματεῖς” directly, maintaining the KJV’s formal tone. “Person who was lame” in verse 9 uses gender-neutral language for “ἀνθρώπου ἀσθενοῦς,” as the Greek does not specify gender. “They” and “them” for the healed person align with gender-neutral intent. Capitalized pronouns for Jesus, God, and the Holy Spirit (“Him,” “He,” “Holy Spirit”) follow instructions. The phrase “stands before you healed” reflects “ὑγιὴς παρέστηκεν,” modernizing the KJV’s “made whole.”

The quotation of Psalm 118:22 in verse 11 follows the NA28’s Septuagint-based text, with “cornerstone” translating “κεφαλὴν γωνίας” for modern clarity. “People” in verse 12 renders “ἀνθρώποις” gender-neutrally, aligning with the inclusive context. “Person who had been healed” in verse 14 continues gender-neutral language for “ἄνθρωπον.” Capitalized “Jesus” and “Him” emphasize divinity. “Uneducated, common people” translates “ἀγράμματοι καὶ ἰδιῶται,” preserving the KJV’s tone but in accessible English.

“These people” in verse 16 translates “τοὺς ἀνθρώπους” gender-neutrally, referring to Peter and John in context. “Notable sign” renders “γνωστὸν σημεῖον,” echoing the KJV’s “notable miracle” in modern terms. Capitalized “God” and “Jesus” follow the divine pronoun rule. The phrase “cannot help but speak” translates “οὐ δυνάμεθα γὰρ ἃ εἴδαμεν καὶ ἠκούσαμεν μὴ λαλεῖν,” preserving the KJV’s passionate tone in contemporary English.

“Person who was healed” in verse 22 uses gender-neutral language for “ἄνθρωπος,” as the Greek is unspecified. “Friends” in verse 23 translates “τοὺς ἰδίους” to include both genders, aligning with the broader community context. Capitalized pronouns for God (“You,” “Sovereign Lord”) follow instructions. The phrase “lifted their voices together” renders “ὁμοθυμαδὸν ἦραν φωνὴν,” echoing the KJV’s “with one accord” in modern English.

The quotation of Psalm 2:1–2 in verses 25–26 follows the NA28’s Septuagint-based text, with “peoples” for gender-neutral “λαοὶ.” “Ancestor David” modernizes “father David” for “πατρὸς Δαυίδ,” aligning with gender-neutral intent. Capitalized pronouns for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit (“Your,” “His,” “You”) emphasize divinity. “Holy Servant Jesus” translates “ἁγίου παιδός σου Ἰησοῦ,” retaining the KJV’s reverence in modern terms.

“Servants” in verse 29 translates “δούλοις,” used gender-neutrally to include all believers present. Capitalized pronouns for God and Jesus (“Your,” “You,” “Holy Spirit”) follow instructions. “Signs and wonders” renders “σημεῖα καὶ τέρατα,” preserving the KJV’s phrasing in modern English. The phrase “place was shaken” translates “ἐσαλεύθη ὁ τόπος,” maintaining the dramatic tone of the NA28 and KJV.

“Those who believed” in verse 32 translates “τὸ πλῆθος τῶν πιστευσάντων” gender-neutrally, reflecting the mixed group. “No one” and “them” maintain inclusivity for “οὐδεὶς” and “αὐτοῖς.” Capitalized “Lord Jesus” follows the divine pronoun rule. “Son of encouragement” translates “υἱὸς παρακλήσεως” for Barnabas, retaining the KJV’s descriptive style. The phrase “laid it at the apostles’ feet” reflects “παρὰ τοὺς πόδας τῶν ἀποστόλων,” preserving the vivid imagery of the NA28 and KJV.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀνὴρ τις” in verse 1, translated as “a certain person” for gender neutrality, though Ananias is identified by name. “Proceeds” modernizes “price” for “τιμῆς,” aligning with the KJV’s intent. Capitalized pronouns for the Holy Spirit and God (“Holy Spirit,” “God”) follow instructions. “Lie to the Holy Spirit” and “lie to God” reflect “ψεύσασθαι τὸ Πνεῦμα τὸ Ἅγιον” and “Θεῷ,” preserving the theological weight of the NA28 and KJV. “Great fear” translates “φόβος μέγας,” echoing the KJV’s solemn tone.

“Young people” in verses 6 and 10 translates “νεώτεροι,” used gender-neutrally as the Greek does not specify gender. “Test the Spirit of the Lord” renders “πειράσαι τὸ Πνεῦμα τοῦ Κυρίου,” maintaining the KJV’s gravity in modern English. Capitalized “Spirit” and “Lord” follow the divine pronoun rule. “Church” in verse 11 translates “ἐκκλησία,” reflecting the NA28’s usage for the early Christian community. “Great fear” repeats from verse 5, reinforcing the narrative’s tone.

“People” in verse 12 translates “λαός” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd. “Believers” in verse 14 renders “πιστεύοντες” inclusively, with “men and women” retained for the explicit Greek “ἄνδρες τε καὶ γυναῖκες.” Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Signs and wonders” translates “σημεῖα καὶ τέρατα,” echoing the KJV’s phrasing. “Solomon’s Portico” retains the traditional name for “στοᾷ Σολομῶντος,” per the NA28 and KJV.

“People” in verse 16 translates “πλῆθος” gender-neutrally, as the context includes a mixed group. “They” refers to the sick and afflicted, maintaining inclusivity. “Angel of the Lord” renders “ἄγγελος Κυρίου,” with capitalized “Lord” per instructions. “Words of this Life” translates “ῥήματα τῆς ζωῆς ταύτης,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis on eternal life in modern English. The NA28 supports “public prison” for “δημοσίᾳ φυλακῇ.”

“People of Israel” in verse 21 translates “υἱοὶ Ἰσραήλ” gender-neutrally, as the context refers to the broader community. “They” and “them” refer to the apostles, contextually male but kept neutral where possible. “Council” and “senate” render “συνέδριον” and “γερουσία,” maintaining the KJV’s formal tone. “Greatly perplexed” translates “διηπόρουν,” echoing the KJV’s sense of confusion in modern English. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Someone” in verse 25 translates “τις” gender-neutrally, as the Greek is unspecified. “People” for the crowd and “them” for the apostles maintain inclusivity where context allows. “This person’s blood” refers to Jesus, using “person” for “ἀνθρώπου” to align with gender-neutral intent, with capitalized “Him” implied in context. The phrase “strictly charged” renders “παραγγελίᾳ παρηγγείλαμεν,” preserving the KJV’s authoritative tone in modern English.

“People” in verse 29 translates “ἀνθρώποις” gender-neutrally, contrasting with “God.” Capitalized pronouns for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit (“Him,” “His,” “Holy Spirit”) follow instructions. “Hanging Him on a tree” renders “κρεμάσαντες ἐπὶ ξύλου,” echoing the KJV’s reference to crucifixion in modern terms. “Leader and Savior” translates “ἀρχηγὸν καὶ σωτῆρα,” modernizing the KJV’s “Prince and Savior.” “Ancestors” replaces “fathers” for gender neutrality.

“People of Israel” in verse 35 translates “ἄνδρες Ἰσραηλῖται” gender-neutrally, as the council includes a mixed audience. “These people” refers to the apostles, using neutral language where context allows. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Of human origin” translates “ἐξ ἀνθρώπων,” contrasting with “of God” for “ἐκ Θεοῦ,” preserving the KJV’s theological contrast. The names Theudas and Judas are retained as historical figures, per the NA28.

“The Name” in verse 41 is capitalized to reflect reverence for Jesus, translating “τοῦ Ὀνόματος,” consistent with the KJV’s emphasis. “They” refers to the apostles, kept neutral where possible. “Christ is Jesus” in verse 42 renders “ὁ Χριστὸς Ἰησοῦς,” maintaining the theological assertion of the NA28 and KJV in modern English. Capitalized “Christ” and “Jesus” follow instructions.

The NA28 Greek text uses “μαθητῶν” in verse 1, translated as “disciples” gender-neutrally, as the group includes both men and women. “Hellenists” and “Hebrews” reflect “Ἑλληνιστῶν” and “Ἑβραίους,” retaining cultural distinctions. “Friends” in verse 3 translates “ἀδελφοί” for gender neutrality, consistent with prior usage (e.g., Acts 2:29). “People” in verse 3 renders “ἄνδρας” inclusively, as the context allows for a mixed group. Capitalized “Spirit” and “God” follow the divine pronoun rule. “Serve tables” translates “διακονεῖν τραπέζαις,” echoing the KJV’s phrasing in modern English.

“Person” in verse 5 for Stephen uses gender-neutral language for “ἄνδρα,” as the Greek term can be inclusive in this context. “Convert to Judaism” translates “προσήλυτον” for Nicolaus, modernizing the KJV’s “proselyte.” Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “God” follow instructions. “Laid their hands on them” renders “ἐπέθηκαν αὐτοῖς τὰς χεῖρας,” preserving the KJV’s ceremonial tone. “Obedient to the faith” translates “ὑπήκουον τῇ πίστει,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on submission in modern English.

“People” in verse 8 translates “λαός” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd. “Those” in verse 9 renders “τινες” inclusively, as the group is unspecified. Capitalized “Spirit” refers to the Holy Spirit, per the NA28’s implication and divine pronoun rule. “Great wonders and signs” translates “τέρατα καὶ σημεῖα μεγάλα,” maintaining the KJV’s vividness. The NA28 supports “Freedmen” for “Λιβερτίνων,” reflecting the synagogue’s name.

“People” in verses 11–12 translates “ἄνδρας” and “λαόν” gender-neutrally, as the context includes mixed groups. “This person” in verse 13 refers to Stephen, using gender-neutral language for “ἄνθρωπος οὗτος.” Capitalized “God” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Blasphemous words” renders “ῥήματα βλάσφημα,” preserving the KJV’s severity in modern English. The NA28 supports “this holy place” for “τόπου τοῦ ἁγίου τούτου,” referring to the temple.

“All who sat in the council” translates “πάντες οἱ καθεζόμενοι ἐν τῷ συνεδρίῳ” gender-neutrally, as the council likely included various individuals. “Like the face of an angel” renders “ὡσεὶ πρόσωπον ἀγγέλου,” preserving the KJV’s vivid imagery from the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this verse.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀδελφοί” in verse 2, translated as “Friends” for gender neutrality, consistent with prior usage (e.g., Acts 2:29). “Ancestor” replaces “father” for “πατήρ” to align with gender-neutral intent. Capitalized pronouns for God (“He,” “I”) follow instructions. The quotation in verse 3 reflects Genesis 12:1, per the NA28’s Septuagint-based text. “Offspring” translates “σπέρματι,” maintaining gender neutrality and the KJV’s covenantal tone in modern English.

The NA28’s quotation in verses 6–7 draws from Genesis 15:13–14, with “offspring” for “σπέρμα” to maintain gender neutrality. Capitalized pronouns for God (“I,” “Me,” “He”) follow instructions. “Sojourners” translates “πάροικον,” modernizing the KJV’s “stranger” for clarity. “Patriarchs” in verse 8 renders “πατριάρχας,” retaining the KJV’s term for the twelve tribal leaders while aligning with the NA28’s historical context.

“Ancestors” in verses 11–12 translates “πατέρες” gender-neutrally, referring to the broader family. Capitalized “God” and “He” follow the divine pronoun rule. The NA28’s “ἐποίησεν αὐτὸν ἡγούμενον” in verse 10 is rendered “made him governor,” modernizing the KJV’s “ruler” for clarity. The narrative reflects Genesis 37–45, with “brothers” retained for “ἀδελφοί” where context specifies males, per the NA28.

“Kindred” in verse 14 translates “συγγένειαν,” used gender-neutrally for the extended family. “Seventy-five persons” reflects the NA28’s “πέντε καὶ ἑβδομήκοντα ψυχὰς,” aligning with the Septuagint (Genesis 46:27) over the Hebrew text’s seventy. “Ancestors” for “πατέρες” maintains gender neutrality. The reference to the tomb in Shechem (verse 16) follows the NA28, though it simplifies a complex tradition, consistent with the KJV’s narrative style.

“People” in verse 17 translates “λαός” gender-neutrally, referring to the Israelites. “Race” and “ancestors” in verse 19 render “γένος” and “πατέρες” inclusively. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Expose their infants” translates “ἐκτιθέναι τὰ βρέφη,” modernizing the KJV’s “cast out” to reflect the harsh practice described in Exodus 1:22, per the NA28.

“Beautiful in God’s sight” in verse 20 translates “ἀστεῖος τῷ Θεῷ,” echoing the KJV’s “exceeding fair” with a modern theological emphasis, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. The narrative draws from Exodus 2, with “exposed” for “ἐκτεθέντα” reflecting the practice described. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as the context specifies Moses and Pharaoh’s daughter.

“Brothers” in verse 23 translates “ἀδελφοὺς,” retained where context specifies Israelites, but “oppressed person” in verse 24 renders “τινὰ” gender-neutrally, as the Greek is unspecified. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Salvation by his hand” translates “διὰ χειρὸς αὐτοῦ,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis on divine agency in modern English, per the NA28 and Exodus 2:11–15.

“People” in verse 26 translates “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, as the context involves a mixed group. “Brothers” is retained for “ἀδελφοί” where it refers to Israelites. “Neighbor” in verse 27 renders “πλησίον” inclusively. The quotation in verses 27–28 reflects Exodus 2:13–14, per the NA28’s Septuagint-based text. “Exile” modernizes “stranger” for “πάροικος,” aligning with the KJV’s tone in contemporary English.

“Angel” in verse 30 renders “ἄγγελος,” with no divine pronoun, as the context clarifies “the Lord” in verse 31. The quotation in verses 32–34 draws from Exodus 3:5–7, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. Capitalized pronouns for God (“I,” “My,” “Lord”) follow instructions. “Ancestors” translates “πατέρων” gender-neutrally. “Holy ground” renders “ἁγία γῆ,” preserving the KJV’s reverence in modern English.

“This person” in verse 35 translates “τοῦτον” gender-neutrally, referring to Moses. The quotation in verse 35 echoes verse 27 (Exodus 2:14), and verse 37 quotes Deuteronomy 18:15, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. “Brothers” is retained for “ἀδελφῶν” where context specifies Israelites. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Wonders and signs” translates “τέρατα καὶ σημεῖα,” maintaining the KJV’s vividness.

“Congregation” in verse 38 translates “ἐκκλησίᾳ,” aligning with the KJV’s “church” but modernized for clarity. “Ancestors” renders “πατέρες” gender-neutrally. The quotation in verse 40 reflects Exodus 32:1, per the NA28. “Living oracles” translates “λόγια ζῶντα,” preserving the KJV’s theological weight. “Gods” in verse 40 is lowercase, as the Greek “θεούς” refers to idols, not the true God.

The quotation in verses 42–43 cites Amos 5:25–27, per the NA28’s Septuagint text, with “Rephan” for “Ῥαιφάν” (a variant of a pagan deity). Capitalized “God,” “Me,” and “I” follow instructions. “House of Israel” translates “οἶκος Ἰσραήλ” gender-neutrally, as it refers to the nation. “Gave them over” renders “παρέδωκεν,” echoing the KJV’s sense of divine judgment in modern English.

“Ancestors” translates “πατέρες” gender-neutrally throughout. Capitalized pronouns for God (“He,” “Him”) follow instructions. “Tent of witness” renders “σκηνὴ τοῦ μαρτυρίου,” preserving the KJV’s term for the tabernacle. “Pattern” in verse 44 translates “τύπον,” aligning with the NA28 and KJV’s emphasis on divine instruction (Exodus 25:40). “God of Jacob” in verse 46 reflects the NA28’s textual variant over “house of Jacob.”

The quotation in verses 49–50 cites Isaiah 66:1–2, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. Capitalized pronouns for God (“My,” “Me,” “Lord,” “Most High”) follow instructions. “Houses made by hands” translates “χειροποιήτοις,” echoing the KJV’s contrast between human-made temples and divine presence. The NA28 supports the rhetorical questions, preserving the prophetic tone in modern English.

“People” in verse 51 translates “λαός” gender-neutrally, addressing the council. “Ancestors” renders “πατέρες” inclusively. Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “Righteous One” (referring to Jesus) follow instructions. “Uncircumcised in heart and ears” translates “ἀπερίτμητοι καρδίαις καὶ τοῖς ὠσίν,” preserving the KJV’s vivid metaphor. “Delivered by angels” in verse 53 reflects “διαταγὰς ἀγγέλων,” aligning with the NA28 and KJV’s angelic mediation of the law.

“They” in verse 54 refers to the council, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” “He” refers to Stephen, specified by context. Capitalized “Holy Spirit,” “God,” “Jesus,” and “Son of Man” follow the divine pronoun rule. “Gazed into heaven” translates “ἀτενίσας εἰς τὸν οὐρανόν,” preserving the KJV’s vivid imagery. The NA28 supports “standing” for “ἑστῶτα,” emphasizing Jesus’ active role.

“They” in verses 57–58 refers to the crowd, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” “He” refers to Stephen, specified by context. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “Lord” in verses 59–60 follow instructions. “Fell asleep” translates “ἐκοιμήθη,” a euphemism for death, preserving the KJV’s gentle phrasing. “Do not hold this sin against them” renders “μὴ στήσῃς αὐτοῖς ταύτην τὴν ἁμαρτίαν,” echoing the KJV’s tone of forgiveness, per the NA28.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἐκκλησία” in verse 1, translated as “church,” referring to the Christian community. “They” refers to believers, rendered gender-neutrally for “πάντες.” “Devout people” in verse 2 translates “ἄνδρες εὐλαβεῖς” inclusively, as the Greek allows for a mixed group. “Men and women” in verse 3 is retained for the explicit “ἄνδρας τε καὶ γυναῖκας.” No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Those who were scattered” in verse 4 translates “οἱ διασπαρέντες” gender-neutrally, referring to believers. “Crowds” in verse 6 renders “ὄχλοι” inclusively. “The Christ” in verse 5 translates “τὸν Χριστόν,” retaining the title per the NA28, with capitalized “Christ” per instructions. “Signs” and “healed” in verses 6–7 reflect “σημεῖα” and “ἐθεραπεύοντο,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous tone in modern English.

“Certain person” in verse 9 translates “ἀνὴρ τις” gender-neutrally, though Simon is named. “People of Samaria” renders “λαὸν τῆς Σαμαρείας” inclusively. “Power of God that is called Great” translates “ἡ Δύναμις τοῦ Θεοῦ ἡ καλουμένη Μεγάλη,” with capitalized “God” per instructions, preserving the KJV’s emphasis on the title. “Magic” renders “μαγεύων,” aligning with the NA28 and KJV.

“They” in verse 12 refers to the Samaritans, rendered gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί,” with “men and women” retained for the explicit “ἄνδρες τε καὶ γυναῖκες.” Capitalized “God” and “Jesus Christ” follow instructions. “Good news” translates “εὐαγγελιζομένῳ,” modernizing the KJV’s “preached the gospel.” “Signs and great miracles” renders “σημεῖα καὶ δυνάμεις μεγάλας,” echoing the KJV’s vividness per the NA28.

“They” and “them” in verses 14–17 refer to the Samaritans, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” Capitalized “Holy Spirit,” “God,” and “Lord Jesus” follow instructions. “Laid their hands” renders “ἐπετίθεσαν τὰς χεῖρας,” preserving the KJV’s ceremonial tone. “Received the word of God” translates “δεδεγμένον τὸν λόγον τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the NA28 and KJV’s emphasis on acceptance.

Capitalized “Spirit,” “Holy Spirit,” “God,” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Gift of God” translates “δωρεὰν τοῦ Θεοῦ,” preserving the KJV’s theological emphasis. “Gall of bitterness” and “bond of iniquity” in verse 23 render “χολὴν πικρίας” and “σύνδεσμον ἀδικίας,” maintaining the KJV’s vivid metaphors in modern English, per the NA28. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as Simon is specified.

“They” in verse 25 refers to Peter and John, kept neutral where possible for “αὐτοί.” Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Preaching the gospel” translates “εὐαγγελιζόμενοι,” modernizing the KJV’s phrasing. “Villages of the Samaritans” renders “κώμας τῶν Σαμαριτῶν,” aligning with the NA28’s geographical context. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for Simon’s response in verse 24.

“Angel of the Lord” in verse 26 renders “ἄγγελος Κυρίου,” with capitalized “Lord” per instructions. “Ethiopian” and “eunuch” translate “Αἰθίοψ” and “εὐνοῦχος,” retained as specific descriptors per the NA28. “He” refers to the eunuch, specified by context. “Desert place” renders “ἔρημος,” clarifying the location as in the KJV. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for Philip or the eunuch.

Capitalized “Spirit” and pronouns for Jesus (“He,” “His”) in verses 29 and 32–33 follow instructions. The quotation in verses 32–33 cites Isaiah 53:7–8, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. “He” refers to the eunuch or Jesus, specified by context. “Guides” translates “ὁδηγήσει,” modernizing the KJV’s “guide” for clarity. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as the context specifies individuals.

Capitalized “Jesus” and “Spirit of the Lord” follow instructions. “Good news” in verse 35 translates “εὐηγγελίσατο,” modernizing the KJV’s “preached.” “They” in verses 36–39 refers to Philip and the eunuch, specified by context. The NA28 omits verse 37 (a later addition in some manuscripts), aligning with modern scholarship and the KJV’s base text for brevity. “Carried Philip away” renders “ἥρπασεν τὸν Φίλιππον,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous tone.

“Preached the gospel” translates “εὐαγγελιζόμενος,” consistent with verse 25. “Azotus” renders “Ἄζωτον,” the Greek name for Ashdod, per the NA28. No divine pronouns or gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as the context focuses on Philip’s actions. The verse maintains the KJV’s narrative flow in modern English.

The NA28 Greek text uses “μαθητὰς τοῦ Κυρίου” in verse 1, translated as “disciples of the Lord” gender-neutrally, as the group includes both genders. “Men or women” in verse 2 is retained for the explicit “ἄνδρας τε καὶ γυναῖκας.” Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and the Lord (“Me,” “You,” “He,” “I”) follow instructions. “The Way” renders “τῆς Ὁδοῦ,” preserving the early Christian term per the NA28 and KJV. “Light from heaven” translates “φῶς ἐκ τοῦ οὐρανοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s dramatic tone.

“People” in verse 7 translates “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, as the context implies a mixed group traveling with Saul. “They” refers to these companions, maintaining inclusivity. “Hearing the voice but seeing no one” renders “ἀκούοντες μὲν τῆς φωνῆς, μηδένα δὲ θεωροῦντες,” aligning with the NA28 and KJV’s emphasis on the supernatural event. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Disciple” in verse 10 translates “μαθητής” gender-neutrally, though Ananias is specified as male. “Person” in verse 11 for Saul uses gender-neutral language for “ἄνδρα,” as the Greek allows inclusivity before naming him. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Street called Straight” renders “ῥύμην τὴν καλουμένην Εὐθεῖαν,” preserving the KJV’s specificity. “Regain his sight” translates “ἀναβλέψῃ,” modernizing the KJV’s phrasing per the NA28.

“Person” in verse 13 for Saul translates “ἀνὴρ” gender-neutrally, consistent with verse 11. Capitalized pronouns for the Lord (“Your,” “Mine,” “My,” “I”) follow instructions. “Saints” renders “ἁγίοις,” preserving the KJV’s term for believers. “Chosen instrument” translates “σκεῦος ἐκλογῆς,” echoing the KJV’s “chosen vessel” in modern English. “Children of Israel” renders “υἱοὺς Ἰσραήλ” gender-neutrally, per the NA28.

“Brother” in verse 17 translates “ἀδελφέ,” retained as a term of fellowship, though gender-neutral “sibling” was considered. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “Holy Spirit” follow instructions. “Something like scales” renders “ὡς λεπίδες,” preserving the KJV’s vivid imagery. “Regain your sight” translates “ἀναβλέψῃς,” consistent with verse 12. “Disciples” renders “μαθηταῖς” gender-neutrally, per the NA28.

Capitalized “Jesus,” “Son of God,” and “Christ” follow instructions. “All who heard” translates “πάντες οἱ ἀκούοντες” gender-neutrally. “Made havoc” renders “πορθήσας,” modernizing the KJV’s term while retaining its intensity. “Proving that Jesus was the Christ” translates “συμβιβάζων ὅτι οὗτός ἐστιν ὁ Χριστός,” echoing the KJV’s theological assertion, per the NA28.

“Their” and “they” in verses 24–25 refer to the Jews, kept neutral where possible for “οἱ Ἰουδαῖοι.” “Disciples” in verse 25 renders “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally, as the group likely includes both genders. “Let him down through an opening in the wall” translates “διὰ τοῦ τείχους καθῆκαν αὐτὸν,” preserving the KJV’s vivid escape narrative, per the NA28.

“Disciples” in verse 26 translates “μαθητάς” gender-neutrally. “They” refers to the disciples, kept inclusive. Capitalized “Lord” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Preached boldly” renders “ἐπαρρησιάσατο,” modernizing the KJV’s “preached boldly” while retaining its force. The NA28 supports Barnabas’s role as mediator, consistent with the KJV’s narrative.

“Brothers” in verse 30 translates “ἀδελφοί,” retained as a term of fellowship, though gender-neutral “siblings” was considered. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Hellenists” renders “Ἑλληνιστάς,” referring to Greek-speaking Jews, per the NA28. “Preaching boldly” repeats “παρρησιαζόμενος,” consistent with verse 27. The NA28 supports the geographic movement to Caesarea and Tarsus.

“Church” translates “ἐκκλησία” gender-neutrally, referring to the Christian community. Capitalized “Lord” and “Holy Spirit” follow instructions. “Walking in the fear of the Lord” renders “πορευομένη τῷ φόβῳ τοῦ Κυρίου,” preserving the KJV’s reverent tone. “Comfort of the Holy Spirit” translates “παρακλήσει τοῦ Ἁγίου Πνεύματος,” echoing the NA28 and KJV’s emphasis on spiritual growth.

“Person” in verse 33 for Aeneas translates “ἄνθρωπον” gender-neutrally, as the Greek is unspecified before naming him. Capitalized “Jesus Christ” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Saints” renders “ἁγίοις,” consistent with verse 13. “Heals you” translates “ἰᾶταί σε,” modernizing the KJV’s “maketh thee whole.” “Turned to the Lord” renders “ἐπέστρεψαν ἐπὶ τὸν Κύριον,” per the NA28 and KJV.

“Disciple” in verse 36 translates “μαθήτρια,” specifying Tabitha as female, so no gender-neutral adjustment is needed. “Tabitha” and “Dorcas” are retained, with “translated” explaining the Greek “μεθερμηνευομένη.” “Disciples” in verse 38 renders “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally. “Two men” translates “δύο ἄνδρας,” retained as male-specific. “Good works and acts of charity” renders “ἔργων ἀγαθῶν καὶ ἐλεημοσυνῶν,” echoing the KJV’s tone, per the NA28.

“Saints and widows” in verse 41 translates “ἁγίους καὶ χήρας,” with “saints” gender-neutral and “widows” female-specific per the NA28. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Tabitha, arise” renders “Ταβιθά, ἀνάστηθι,” preserving the KJV’s directness. “Believed in the Lord” translates “ἐπίστευσαν ἐπὶ τὸν Κύριον,” echoing the NA28 and KJV’s emphasis on faith. “One Simon, a tanner” retains the specific identifier, per the Greek.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀνὴρ τις” in verse 1, translated as “a certain person” for gender neutrality, though Cornelius is named. “People” in verse 2 renders “λαῷ” inclusively, referring to the Jewish people. Capitalized “God” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Angel of God” translates “ἄγγελος Θεοῦ,” with no divine pronoun for the angel. “Memorial before God” renders “μνημόσυνον ἐνώπιον τοῦ Θεοῦ,” preserving the KJV’s sacrificial imagery in modern English, per the NA28.

“Household servants” in verse 7 translates “οἰκετῶν,” gender-neutral as the Greek is unspecified. “Devout soldier” renders “στρατιώτην εὐσεβῆ,” also neutral. “They” in verses 8–10 refers to the servants and soldier, kept inclusive. “Fell into a trance” translates “ἐγένετο ἔκστασις,” preserving the KJV’s vivid description of Peter’s vision, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

Capitalized “Lord” and “God” in verses 14–15 follow instructions. “Something like a great sheet” translates “σκεῦός τι ὡς ὀθόνην μεγάλην,” preserving the KJV’s imagery. “Common or unclean” renders “κοινὸν ἢ ἀκάθαρτον,” reflecting Jewish dietary laws, per the NA28. “What God has made clean” translates “ἃ ὁ Θεὸς ἐκαθάρισεν,” emphasizing divine authority, consistent with the KJV’s tone in modern English.

“People” in verses 17 and 19 translates “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, as the context implies Cornelius’s messengers (two servants and a soldier). Capitalized “Spirit” and “I” (for the Holy Spirit) follow instructions. “Inwardly perplexed” renders “διηπόρει ἐν ἑαυτῷ,” modernizing the KJV’s “doubted in himself.” “Without hesitation” translates “μηδὲν διακρινόμενος,” echoing the NA28 and KJV’s sense of obedience.

“People” in verse 21 translates “ἄνδρας” gender-neutrally, referring to the messengers. “Brothers” in verse 23 renders “ἀδελφοί,” retained as a term of fellowship, though gender-neutral “siblings” was considered. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Holy angel” translates “ἀγγέλου ἁγίου,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s reverence. “Well spoken of” renders “μαρτυρούμενος,” modernizing the KJV’s phrasing.

“Relatives and close friends” in verse 24 translates “συγγενεῖς καὶ ἀναγκαίους φίλους,” gender-neutral as the Greek is unspecified. “Many persons” in verse 27 renders “πολλοὺς” inclusively. “Human” in verse 26 translates “ἄνθρωπος,” modernizing the KJV’s “man” for gender neutrality while retaining Peter’s humility. No divine pronouns appear in this section, per the NA28.

“Person” in verse 30 for the angel translates “ἀνὴρ” gender-neutrally, as the context describes a divine messenger. “Any person” in verse 28 renders “ἄνθρωπον,” emphasizing inclusivity, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Common or unclean” repeats from verse 14, reflecting “κοινὸν ἢ ἀκάθαρτον.” The narrative aligns with the KJV’s tone, modernized for clarity.

“Anyone” in verse 35 translates “ὁ φοβούμενος” gender-neutrally, emphasizing universal acceptance. Capitalized “God,” “Him,” “Jesus Christ,” “He,” “Lord,” and “Holy Spirit” follow instructions. “Children of Israel” renders “υἱοὺς Ἰσραήλ” inclusively. “Good news of peace” translates “εὐαγγελιζόμενος εἰρήνην,” modernizing the KJV’s “preached peace.” “Anointed” renders “ἔχρισεν,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s messianic emphasis.

“People” in verse 41 translates “λαῷ” gender-neutrally. Capitalized pronouns for Jesus and God (“He,” “Him,” “God”) follow instructions. “Hanging Him on a tree” renders “κρεμάσαντες ἐπὶ ξύλου,” echoing Acts 5:30 and the KJV’s crucifixion imagery. “Chosen beforehand” translates “προκεχειροτονημένοις,” per the NA28. “Everyone who believes” renders “πάντα τὸν πιστεύοντα,” emphasizing inclusivity, consistent with the KJV’s tone.

“All who heard” and “these people” in verses 44 and 47 translate “πάντας τοὺς ἀκούοντας” and “οὗτοι” gender-neutrally, referring to Cornelius’s household. Capitalized “Holy Spirit,” “God,” and “Jesus Christ” follow instructions. “Speaking in tongues” renders “λαλούντων γλώσσαις,” preserving the KJV’s charismatic emphasis. “Gift of the Holy Spirit” translates “δωρεὰ τοῦ Ἁγίου Πνεύματος,” echoing the NA28 and KJV’s theology.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀδελφοί” in verse 1, translated as “brothers” but considered gender-neutral as “siblings” in context of the Christian community. “Gentiles” renders “ἔθνη,” referring to non-Jews, per the NA28. “Uncircumcised people” in verse 3 translates “ἄνδρας ἀκροβυστίαν ἔχοντας” gender-neutrally, as the Greek emphasizes their status rather than gender. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. The NA28 supports “circumcision party” for “οἱ ἐκ περιτομῆς,” echoing the KJV’s term for Jewish believers.

This section recounts Acts 10:9–16, with “something like a great sheet” translating “σκεῦός τι ὡς ὀθόνην μεγάλην,” preserving the KJV’s imagery. Capitalized “Lord” and “God” follow instructions. “Common or unclean” renders “κοινὸν ἢ ἀκάθαρτον,” reflecting Jewish dietary laws, per the NA28. “From heaven” translates “ἐκ τοῦ οὐρανοῦ,” maintaining the divine origin of the vision. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as the context focuses on Peter’s experience.

“Three people” in verse 11 translates “ἄνδρες τρεῖς” gender-neutrally, referring to Cornelius’s messengers. “Six brothers” in verse 12 renders “ἀδελφοὶ ἕξ,” retained as a term of fellowship, though gender-neutral “siblings” was considered. “Person’s house” in verse 12 for Cornelius translates “ἀνδρός” inclusively, as the Greek allows before naming him. Capitalized “Spirit” follows instructions. The NA28 supports the angel’s message in verse 13, echoing Acts 10:3–6.

“Them” and “us” in verses 15–17 refer to Gentiles and Jewish believers, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοῖς” and “ἡμῖν.” Capitalized “Holy Spirit,” “Lord,” “God,” and “Lord Jesus Christ” follow instructions. The quotation in verse 16 recalls Acts 1:5, per the NA28. “Same gift” translates “ἴσην δωρεάν,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on equal grace. “Stand in God’s way” renders “κωλῦσαι τὸν Θεόν,” preserving the KJV’s rhetorical force.

“They” in verse 18 refers to the circumcision party, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Gentiles” renders “ἔθνεσιν,” consistent with verse 1. “Repentance that leads to life” translates “μετάνοιαν εἰς ζωήν,” modernizing the KJV’s “repentance unto life” while retaining its theological weight, per the NA28.

“Those who were scattered” and “people” in verses 19–20 translate “οἱ διασπαρέντες” and “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, referring to believers. “Hellenists” renders “Ἑλληνιστάς,” referring to Greek-speaking Jews or Gentiles, per the NA28. Capitalized “Lord” and “Lord Jesus” follow instructions. “Hand of the Lord” translates “χεὶρ Κυρίου,” preserving the KJV’s imagery of divine guidance. “Turned to the Lord” renders “ἐπέστρεψαν ἐπὶ τὸν Κύριον,” per the NA28.

“Church” in verse 22 translates “ἐκκλησία” gender-neutrally. “Person” in verse 24 for Barnabas renders “ἀνὴρ” inclusively, as the Greek allows before naming him. Capitalized “God,” “Holy Spirit,” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Remain faithful” translates “προσμένειν τῷ Κυρίῳ,” modernizing the KJV’s “cleave unto the Lord.” “Great many people” renders “ὄχλος ἱκανός,” per the NA28, emphasizing growth.

“Church” and “disciples” in verse 26 translate “ἐκκλησία” and “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally. “Great many people” renders “ὄχλον ἱκανόν,” consistent with verse 24. “Christians” translates “Χριστιανούς,” retaining the historic term, per the NA28 and KJV. No divine pronouns appear in this section, but the narrative aligns with the KJV’s tone in modern English.

“Prophets” and “disciples” in verses 27 and 29 translate “προφῆται” and “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally, as the groups likely include both genders. “Brothers” in verse 29 renders “ἀδελφοί,” retained as a term of fellowship. Capitalized “Spirit” follows instructions. “Great famine” translates “λιμὸν μεγάλην,” per the NA28, with the parenthetical note on Claudius aligning with the KJV’s historical context. “Relief” renders “διακονίαν,” modernizing the KJV’s “relief.”

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἐκκλησία” in verse 1, translated as “church” gender-neutrally, referring to the Christian community. “Some” translates “τινας” inclusively, as the group is unspecified. “People” in verse 4 renders “λαῷ” gender-neutrally, referring to the Jewish crowd. “Days of Unleavened Bread” and “Passover” translate “ἡμέρας τῶν ἀζύμων” and “Πάσχα,” retaining the KJV’s Jewish festival terms, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Church” in verse 5 translates “ἐκκλησία” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” and “Lord” (in “angel of the Lord”) follow instructions. “Earnest prayer” renders “προσευχὴ ἐκτενής,” modernizing the KJV’s “prayer was made without ceasing” while retaining its intensity. “Angel of the Lord” translates “ἄγγελος Κυρίου,” per the NA28, with “light shone” rendering “φῶς ἔλαμψεν,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous imagery.

“They” in verse 10 refers to Peter and the angel, kept neutral where possible. “Angel of the Lord” from verse 7 is implied, with no additional divine pronouns. “Opened of its own accord” translates “αὐτομάτη ἠνοίγη,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous tone. “Vision” renders “ὅραμα,” aligning with Peter’s perception, per the NA28. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as the context specifies Peter and the angel.

Capitalized “Lord” and “His” (for God) follow instructions. “Jewish people” translates “λαοῦ τῶν Ἰουδαίων” gender-neutrally, per the NA28. “Many” in verse 12 renders “ἱκανοὶ” inclusively, referring to gathered believers. “Came to himself” translates “ἐν ἑαυτῷ γενόμενος,” modernizing the KJV’s “come to himself” while retaining its sense of realization. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for named individuals (Peter, Mary, John Mark).

“Servant” in verse 13 translates “παιδίσκην,” specifying Rhoda as female, so no gender-neutral adjustment is needed. “They” in verse 15 refers to the gathered believers, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” “His angel” renders “ὁ ἄγγελος αὐτοῦ,” reflecting the belief in a guardian angel, per the NA28 and KJV. “Out of your mind” translates “μαίνῃ,” modernizing the KJV’s “mad” for clarity.

“They” in verse 16 refers to the believers, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” “Brothers” in verse 17 renders “ἀδελφοί,” retained as a term of fellowship, though “siblings” was considered for inclusivity. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Brought him out” translates “ἐξήγαγεν,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on divine deliverance, per the NA28. “Another place” renders “ἕτερον τόπον,” maintaining narrative ambiguity.

“Soldiers” and “sentries” in verses 18–19 translate “στρατιώταις” and “φύλακας,” gender-neutral as the Greek is unspecified. “Led away” renders “ἀπαχθῆναι,” implying execution, per the NA28 and KJV’s context, modernized for clarity. No divine pronouns appear in this section. The narrative maintains the KJV’s historical tone.

“People of Tyre and Sidon” and “people” in verses 20 and 22 translate “Τυρίων καὶ Σιδωνίων” and “δῆμος” gender-neutrally, referring to mixed crowds. “Human” in verse 22 renders “ἀνθρώπου,” gender-neutral to contrast with “god” (lowercase, as it refers to a false perception). “Royal robes” translates “ἐσθῆτα βασιλικήν,” preserving the KJV’s grandeur, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

Capitalized “God” and “Lord” (in “angel of the Lord”) follow instructions. “Struck him down” translates “ἐπάταξεν αὐτόν,” echoing the KJV’s divine judgment imagery. “Eaten by worms” renders “γενομένος σκωληκόβρωτος,” preserving the NA28 and KJV’s vivid description. “Word of God” translates “λόγος τοῦ Θεοῦ,” maintaining the KJV’s emphasis on gospel growth.

“Service” translates “διακονίαν,” referring to the relief mission from Acts 11:29–30, modernizing the KJV’s “ministration.” “John, who was called Mark” retains the specific identifier, per the NA28. No divine pronouns or gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as the context names individuals (Barnabas, Saul, John Mark). The narrative aligns with the KJV’s tone.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἐκκλησία” in verse 1, translated as “church” gender-neutrally. “Prophets and teachers” renders “προφῆται καὶ διδάσκαλοι,” gender-neutral as the roles are unspecified beyond named individuals. Capitalized “Lord,” “Holy Spirit,” “Me,” and “I” follow instructions. “Set apart” translates “ἀφορίσατε,” echoing the KJV’s “separate” in modern English. “Laid their hands” renders “ἐπιθέντες τὰς χεῖρας,” preserving the KJV’s ceremonial tone, per the NA28.

“They” in verses 4–5 refers to Barnabas and Saul, kept neutral where possible for “αὐτοί.” Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “God” follow instructions. “Proclaimed the word of God” translates “καταγγέλλοντες τὸν λόγον τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic emphasis. “John” (John Mark) is retained as a specific identifier, per the NA28. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for named individuals.

“Certain person” in verse 6 for Bar-Jesus translates “ἀνὴρ τινὰ” gender-neutrally, though he is named. “Intelligent person” in verse 7 for Sergius Paulus renders “ἀνὴρ συνετῷ,” also neutral before naming. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Elymas the magician” translates “Ἐλύμας ὁ μάγος,” with the parenthetical explanation reflecting “μεθερμηνεύεται,” per the NA28 and KJV. “Faith” renders “πίστιν,” maintaining the KJV’s theological focus.

Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Saul, who was also called Paul” reflects the NA28’s transition to “Παῦλος,” aligning with the KJV. “Son of the devil” translates “υἱὲ διαβόλου,” preserving the KJV’s confrontational tone. “Straight ways of the Lord” renders “τὰς ὁδοὺς τοῦ Κυρίου τὰς εὐθείας,” echoing the KJV’s imagery. “People” in verse 11 translates gender-neutrally for those assisting Elymas, per the NA28.

Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “His companions” in verse 13 translates “οἱ περὶ Παῦλον” gender-neutrally, as the group is unspecified beyond Paul and Barnabas. “Believed” renders “ἐπίστευσεν,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on faith. “Teaching of the Lord” translates “διδαχῇ τοῦ Κυρίου,” per the NA28. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for named individuals (Paul, John).

“Friends” in verse 15 translates “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally, consistent with prior usage (e.g., Acts 2:29). “People” in verses 15–16 renders “λαῷ” and “ἄνδρες” inclusively. Capitalized “God” and “He” follow instructions. “People of Israel” and “ancestors” translate “λαοῦ τοῦ Ἰσραήλ” and “πατέρας” gender-neutrally, per the NA28. “Uplifted arm” renders “βραχίονι ὑψηλῷ,” preserving the KJV’s imagery of divine power.

Capitalized “He” and “God” follow instructions. “Person” in verse 21 for Saul translates “ἀνὴρ” gender-neutrally before naming him. “Bore with them” renders “ἐτροποφόρησεν,” a variant in the NA28, modernizing the KJV’s “suffered their manners.” “Four hundred and fifty years” translates “ὡς ἔτεσιν τετρακοσίοις πεντήκοντα,” aligning with the KJV’s chronology. The narrative reflects Old Testament history, per the NA28.

Capitalized “He,” “God,” “My,” “I,” “Savior,” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Person” for David and his offspring translates “ἀνὴρ” and “σπέρματος” gender-neutrally. The quotation in verse 22 echoes Psalm 89:20 and 1 Samuel 13:14, per the NA28’s Septuagint-based text. “Brought to Israel a Savior” renders “ἤγαγεν τῷ Ἰσραὴλ σωτῆρα,” preserving the KJV’s messianic emphasis in modern English.

Capitalized “His” and “He” refer to Jesus, following instructions. “People of Israel” translates “λαῷ τοῦ Ἰσραήλ” gender-neutrally. The quotation in verse 25 reflects John 1:20, 27, per the NA28. “Baptism of repentance” renders “βάπτισμα μετανοίας,” echoing the KJV’s theological focus. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed, as John the Baptist is specified.

“Friends” in verse 26 translates “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. “Children of the family” renders “υἱοὶ γένους,” gender-neutral for Abraham’s descendants. Capitalized “God” and “Him” (for Jesus) follow instructions. “Those who live in Jerusalem” translates “οἱ κατοικοῦντες” gender-neutrally. “Utterances of the prophets” renders “φωνὰς τῶν προφητῶν,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis, per the NA28.

Capitalized “Him,” “God,” and “He” follow instructions. “They” and “those” translate “αὐτοί” and “οἱ συναναβάντες” gender-neutrally, referring to unspecified groups. “From the tree” renders “ἀπὸ τοῦ ξύλου,” echoing Acts 5:30 and the KJV’s crucifixion imagery. “Witnesses to the people” translates “μάρτυρες πρὸς τὸν λαόν,” per the NA28, maintaining the KJV’s evangelistic tone.

Capitalized “God,” “He,” “Jesus,” “My,” “I,” “Your,” and “Holy One” follow instructions. “Ancestors” and “children” translate “πατέρας” and “τέκνοις” gender-neutrally. The quotations in verse 33 (Psalm 2:7), verse 34 (Isaiah 55:3), and verse 35 (Psalm 16:10) are per the NA28’s Septuagint-based text. “Good news” renders “εὐαγγελιζόμεθα,” modernizing the KJV’s “glad tidings.”

Capitalized “God,” “He,” “Him,” and “One” (for Jesus) follow instructions. “Friends” translates “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. “Ancestors” renders “πατέρας” inclusively. “Fell asleep” translates “ἐκοιμήθη,” a euphemism for death, per the NA28 and KJV. “Justified” renders “δικαιωθῆναι,” preserving the KJV’s theological term. “Everyone who believes” translates “πᾶς ὁ πιστεύων,” emphasizing inclusivity.

Capitalized “I” (for God) follows instructions. The quotation in verse 41 cites Habakkuk 1:5, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. “Scoffers” translates “καταφρονηταί,” gender-neutral as the Greek is unspecified. “Someone” renders “τις” inclusively. The warning preserves the KJV’s solemn tone, modernized for clarity, per the NA28.

“People” in verse 42 translates “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the synagogue audience. “Devout converts to Judaism” renders “σεβομένων προσηλύτων,” gender-neutral for proselytes, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Continue in the grace of God” translates “προσμένειν τῇ χάριτι τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s encouragement in modern English.

“Whole city” and “crowds” in verses 44–45 translate “πᾶσα ἡ πόλις” and “ὄχλους” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord” and “God” follow instructions. “Spoke out boldly” renders “παρρησιασάμενοι,” echoing the KJV’s “spake boldly.” “Eternal life” translates “ζωῆς αἰωνίου,” preserving the KJV’s theological weight, per the NA28. “Gentiles” renders “ἔθνη,” consistent with prior usage.

Capitalized “Lord” and “I” (for God) follow instructions. The quotation in verse 47 cites Isaiah 49:6, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. “Gentiles” translates “ἔθνη” gender-neutrally. “Appointed to eternal life” renders “τεταγμένοι εἰς ζωὴν αἰώνιον,” preserving the KJV’s theological nuance. “Word of the Lord” translates “λόγος τοῦ Κυρίου,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on gospel spread, per the NA28.

“Devout women of high standing” and “leading men” in verse 50 translate “γυναῖκας τὰς εὐσχήμονας τὰς σεβομένας” and “ἄνδρας τοὺς πρώτους,” retaining gender-specific terms where explicit in the NA28. “Disciples” in verse 52 renders “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Holy Spirit” follows instructions. “Shook off the dust” translates “ἐκτιναξάμενοι τὸν κονιορτὸν,” echoing the KJV’s symbolic act (cf. Matthew 10:14), per the NA28.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀδελφοί” in verse 2, translated as “brothers” but considered gender-neutral as “siblings” in the context of believers. “Great number” and “Gentiles” translate “πλῆθος πολὺ” and “ἔθνη” gender-neutrally, referring to mixed groups. Capitalized “Lord” and “His” follow instructions. “Signs and wonders” renders “σημεῖα καὶ τέρατα,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous tone, per the NA28. “Speaking boldly” translates “παρρησιαζόμενοι,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic emphasis.

“People of the city” in verse 4 translates “πλῆθος τῆς πόλεως” gender-neutrally. “Gentiles and Jews” in verse 5 renders “ἔθνη τε καὶ Ἰουδαῖοι” inclusively. “They” refers to Paul and Barnabas, kept neutral where possible for “αὐτοί.” “Preach the gospel” translates “εὐαγγελιζόμενοι,” modernizing the KJV’s “preach the gospel,” per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Person” in verse 8 translates “ἀνὴρ” gender-neutrally, as the Greek is unspecified before describing the individual. “They” continues this neutrality for consistency. “Faith to be healed” renders “πίστιν τοῦ σωθῆναι,” echoing the KJV’s “faith to be saved” but clarified as healing in context, per the NA28. “Stand upright” translates “ἀνάστηθι,” preserving the KJV’s directness in modern English.

“Crowds” in verse 11 translates “ὄχλοι” gender-neutrally. “Humans” in verse 11 renders “ἀνθρώπων,” gender-neutral to contrast with “gods” (lowercase, as it refers to pagan deities). “Zeus” and “Hermes” retain the NA28’s Greek names for the deities. “Chief speaker” translates “ὁ ἡγούμενος τοῦ λόγου,” explaining Paul’s role, per the NA28 and KJV. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“People” in verse 15 translates “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, addressing the crowd. “Humans” renders “ἄνθρωποι” inclusively, emphasizing shared humanity. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Good news” translates “εὐαγγελιζόμενοι,” modernizing the KJV’s “preach the gospel.” “Vain things” renders “ματαίων,” referring to idols, per the NA28 and KJV. The creation reference echoes Old Testament theology (e.g., Psalm 146:6).

Capitalized “He” and “Himself” (for God) follow instructions. “Nations” and “crowds” translate “ἔθνη” and “ὄχλους” gender-neutrally, per the NA28. “Did good” renders “ἀγαθοποιῶν,” modernizing the KJV’s “doing good.” “Rains from heaven and fruitful seasons” translates “ὑετοὺς ἀπ’ οὐρανοῦ καὶ καιροὺς καρποφόρους,” preserving the KJV’s providential imagery in modern English.

“Crowds” and “disciples” in verses 19–20 translate “ὄχλους” and “μαθητῶν” gender-neutrally, referring to mixed groups. “Supposing that he was dead” renders “νομίζοντες αὐτὸν τεθνηκέναι,” preserving the KJV’s dramatic tone, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section. The narrative aligns with the KJV’s account of Paul’s resilience.

“Disciples” in verses 21–22 translates “μαθητάς” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Preached the gospel” renders “εὐαγγελισάμενοι,” consistent with prior usage. “Strengthening the souls” translates “ἐπιστηρίζοντες τὰς ψυχὰς,” echoing the KJV’s pastoral emphasis. “Kingdom of God” renders “βασιλείαν τοῦ Θεοῦ,” per the NA28, maintaining the KJV’s theological weight.

“Elders” in verse 23 translates “πρεσβυτέρους” gender-neutrally, as the role is unspecified in the NA28. “Church” renders “ἐκκλησίαν” inclusively. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Appointed” translates “χειροτονήσαντες,” modernizing the KJV’s “ordained.” “Committed them to the Lord” renders “παρέθεντο τῷ Κυρίῳ,” preserving the KJV’s trust in divine care, per the NA28.

“Church” and “disciples” in verses 27–28 translate “ἐκκλησίαν” and “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” and “He” follow instructions. “Commended to the grace of God” renders “παραδεδομένοι τῇ χάριτι τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing Acts 13:3 and the KJV’s tone. “Door of faith” translates “θύραν πίστεως,” preserving the KJV’s metaphorical imagery, per the NA28.

The NA28 Greek text uses “τινές” in verse 1, translated as “certain individuals” gender-neutrally, as the group is unspecified. “Brothers” renders “ἀδελφοί,” retained as a term of fellowship but considered gender-neutral as “siblings” in context. “Significant disagreement” translates “στάσεως οὐκ ὀλίγης,” preserving the KJV’s understated intensity in modern English. “Apostles and elders” renders “ἀποστόλους καὶ πρεσβυτέρους,” gender-neutral as roles, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Church” and “brothers” in verses 3–4 translate “ἐκκλησία” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the Christian community. “Gentiles” renders “ἔθνη” inclusively. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Conversion” translates “ἐπιστροφὴν,” modernizing the KJV’s term. “Received” renders “ἀπεδέχθησαν,” echoing the KJV’s hospitable tone, per the NA28.

“Believers” and “friends” in verses 5 and 7 translate “πεπιστευκότες” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. “Them” in verse 5 refers to Gentile converts, rendered inclusively. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Word of the gospel” translates “λόγον τοῦ εὐαγγελίου,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic focus, recalling Acts 10. “Much discussion” renders “πολλῆς ζητήσεως,” preserving the KJV’s deliberative tone, per the NA28.

Capitalized “God,” “Holy Spirit,” “He,” and “Lord Jesus” follow instructions. “Them,” “us,” and “disciples” translate “αὐτοῖς,” “ἡμῖν,” and “μαθητῶν” gender-neutrally, referring to Gentiles and believers. “Ancestors” renders “πατέρες” inclusively. “Cleansing their hearts by faith” translates “τῇ πίστει καθαρίσας τὰς καρδίας,” echoing the KJV’s theology. “Yoke” renders “ζυγὸν,” preserving the metaphor, per the NA28.

“Assembly” and “people” in verses 12 and 14 translate “πλῆθος” and “λαὸν” gender-neutrally. “Friends” renders “ἀδελφοί” inclusively. Capitalized “God” and “His” follow instructions. “Signs and wonders” translates “σημεῖα καὶ τέρατα,” echoing Acts 14:3 and the KJV’s miraculous tone. “Simeon” for Peter uses a Semitic form, per the NA28, recalling Acts 10’s events.

Capitalized “I,” “Lord,” and “My” (for God) follow instructions. The quotation in verses 16–18 cites Amos 9:11–12, per the NA28’s Septuagint text. “Humanity” translates “ἀνθρώπων” gender-neutrally, and “Gentiles” renders “ἔθνη” inclusively. “Tent of David” translates “σκηνὴν Δαυίδ,” preserving the KJV’s messianic imagery. The NA28 supports the prophetic connection to Gentile inclusion.

“Those from the Gentiles” and “them” in verses 19–20 translate “τῶν ἐθνῶν” and “αὐτοῖς” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Things defiled by idols” renders “ἀλισγημάτων τῶν εἰδώλων,” modernizing the KJV’s “pollutions of idols.” “Sexual immorality,” “strangled,” and “blood” translate “πορνείας,” “πνικτῶν,” and “αἵματος,” per the NA28, reflecting Jewish sensitivities for Gentile believers.

“Church” and “brothers” translate “ἐκκλησία” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. “Individuals” in verse 22 renders “ἄνδρας” inclusively, as Judas and Silas are named. “Prominent leaders” translates “ἡγουμένους,” modernizing the KJV’s “chief men.” The letter’s greeting renders “χαίρειν,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s formal tone. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Some” and “individuals” in verses 24–25 translate “τινὲς” and “ἄνδρας” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord Jesus Christ” follows instructions. “Unsettling your hearts” renders “ἀνασκευάζοντες τὰς ψυχὰς,” modernizing the KJV’s “subverting your souls.” “Risked their lives” translates “παραδεδωκόσι τὰς ψυχὰς,” echoing the KJV’s sacrificial imagery, per the NA28.

Capitalized “Holy Spirit” follows instructions. “You” in verses 27–29 refers to Gentile believers, translated gender-neutrally for “ὑμῖν.” The requirements repeat verse 20, rendering “εἰδωλοθύτων,” “αἵματος,” “πνικτῶν,” and “πορνείας,” per the NA28. “Seemed good to the Holy Spirit” translates “ἔδοξεν τῷ Πνεύματι τῷ Ἁγίῳ,” echoing the KJV’s divine guidance. “Farewell” renders “ἔρρωσθε,” preserving the formal closing.

“Assembly” and “brothers” translate “πλῆθος” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. “Prophets” in verse 32 renders “προφῆται” inclusively, per the NA28. “Encouraged and strengthened” translates “παρεκάλεσαν καὶ ἐπεστήριξαν,” echoing the KJV’s pastoral emphasis. “They” refers to the recipients, kept neutral. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Brothers” and “many others” in verses 33 and 35 translate “ἀδελφοί” and “ἕτεροι πολλοί” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Sent off in peace” renders “ἀπελύθησαν μετ’ εἰρήνης,” preserving the KJV’s amicable tone. “Teaching and preaching” translates “διδάσκοντες καὶ εὐαγγελιζόμενοι,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic focus. Verse 34 is omitted, as it is not in the NA28 (a later addition).

“Brothers” and “churches” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “ἐκκλησίας” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Sharp disagreement” renders “παροξυσμός,” modernizing the KJV’s “contention” while retaining its intensity. “Commended to the grace of the Lord” translates “παραδοθεὶς τῇ χάριτι τοῦ Κυρίου,” echoing Acts 14:26 and the KJV’s tone, per the NA28. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for named individuals (Paul, Barnabas, John Mark, Silas).

The NA28 Greek text uses “μαθητὴς” in verse 1, translated as “disciple” gender-neutrally, though Timothy is named as male. “Brothers” in verse 2 renders “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally, as “siblings” in the context of believers. “Jewish woman” and “Greek” translate “γυναικὸς Ἰουδαίας” and “Ἕλληνος,” retaining specific cultural identifiers, per the NA28. “Circumcised him” renders “περιέτεμεν,” echoing the KJV’s practical detail. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“They” in verses 4–5 refers to Paul, Timothy, and others, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” “Churches” renders “ἐκκλησίαι” inclusively. “Decisions” translates “δόγματα,” referring to Acts 15:20, 29, per the NA28. “Strengthened in the faith” renders “ἐστερεοῦντο τῇ πίστει,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on spiritual growth. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“They” refers to Paul, Timothy, and companions, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “Spirit of Jesus” follow instructions, with “Spirit of Jesus” rendering “Πνεῦμα Ἰησοῦ,” a unique phrase in the NA28. “Forbidden” translates “κωλυθέντες,” preserving the KJV’s sense of divine guidance. “Speak the word” renders “λαλῆσαι τὸν λόγον,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic tone.

“Person of Macedonia” translates “ἀνὴρ Μακεδών” gender-neutrally, as the vision is symbolic. “We” in verse 10 reflects the NA28’s shift to first-person plural, indicating Luke’s presence, kept inclusive. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Preach the gospel” renders “εὐαγγελίσασθαι,” modernizing the KJV’s “preach the gospel.” “Concluding” translates “συμβιβάζοντες,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s sense of divine purpose.

“We” continues the first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally for Luke and companions. “Women” in verse 13 renders “γυναῖκας,” retained as gender-specific per the NA28. “Place of prayer” translates “προσευχὴν,” likely a Jewish prayer site, echoing the KJV’s context. “Leading city” renders “πρώτη τῆς μερίδος,” aligning with the NA28’s description of Philippi. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Woman” in verse 14 renders “γυνὴ,” specific to Lydia. “Worshiper of God” translates “σεβομένη τὸν Θεόν,” indicating a God-fearer, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Opened her heart” renders “διήνοιξεν τὴν καρδίαν,” echoing the KJV’s divine initiative. “Household” translates “οἶκος,” gender-neutral, including family and servants. The KJV’s hospitable tone is preserved.

“Slave girl” in verse 16 renders “παιδίσκην,” gender-specific per the NA28. “People” in verse 17 translates “οὗτοι ἄνθρωποι” gender-neutrally, referring to Paul and companions. Capitalized “Most High God” and “Jesus Christ” follow instructions. “Spirit of divination” translates “πνεῦμα πύθωνα,” echoing the KJV’s supernatural tone. “Way of salvation” renders “ὁδὸν σωτηρίας,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s theological focus.

“Owners” and “people” in verses 19–20 translate “κύριοι” and “οὗτοι ἄνθρωποι” gender-neutrally, as the groups are unspecified. “Magistrates” renders “στρατηγοῖς,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s civic authority. “Disturbing our city” translates “ἐκταράσσουσιν τὴν πόλιν,” preserving the KJV’s accusatory tone. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Crowd” and “them” in verses 22–23 translate “ὄχλος” and “αὐτοὺς” gender-neutrally, referring to Paul and Silas. “Jailer” renders “δεσμοφύλακα,” gender-neutral as the Greek is unspecified. “Beat them with rods” translates “ῥαβδίζειν,” echoing the KJV’s description of Roman punishment. “Inner prison” and “stocks” render “ἐσωτέραν φυλακὴν” and “ξύλον,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s vivid imagery.

“Prisoners” and “everyone” in verses 25–26 translate “δέσμιοι” and “πάντων” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Singing hymns” renders “ὑμνοῦντες,” echoing the KJV’s worshipful tone. “Great earthquake” translates “σεισμὸς μέγας,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous narrative. “Bonds were unfastened” renders “ἀνεῴχθησαν δεσμά,” per the NA28, maintaining the divine intervention theme.

“Jailer” and “prisoners” translate “δεσμοφύλαξ” and “δεσμίων” gender-neutrally, as unspecified in the NA28. “We” includes Paul, Silas, and other prisoners, kept inclusive. “Do not harm yourself” renders “μηδὲν ποιήσῃς σεαυτῷ κακόν,” echoing the KJV’s urgency in modern English. “Trembling with fear” translates “ἔντρομος γενόμενος,” preserving the KJV’s emotional intensity.

“Sirs” in verse 30 translates “κύριοι,” retained as a respectful address, though gender-neutral “friends” was considered. “Household” and “all who were in his house” render “οἶκος” and “πάντας τοὺς ἐν τῇ οἰκίᾳ,” gender-neutral, including family and servants. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Believe in the Lord Jesus” translates “πίστευσον ἐπὶ τὸν Κύριον Ἰησοῦν,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic call, per the NA28.

“Household” and “entire household” translate “οἶκος” and “πανοικεὶ,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Washed their wounds” renders “ἔλουσεν ἀπὸ τῶν πληγῶν,” echoing the KJV’s compassionate act. “Rejoiced” translates “ἠγαλλιάσατο,” preserving the KJV’s joyful tone. The baptism narrative aligns with the KJV’s emphasis on conversion.

“People” in verses 35 and 37 translates “ἄνθρωποι” gender-neutrally, referring to Paul and Silas. “Officers” renders “ῥαβδούχους,” gender-neutral as unspecified. “Roman citizens” translates “Ῥωμαῖοι,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s legal emphasis. “Beaten us publicly, uncondemned” renders “δείραντες ἡμᾶς δημοσίᾳ ἀκατακρίτους,” preserving the KJV’s indignant tone in modern English.

“Officers” and “brothers” translate “ῥαβδούχοι” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally, the latter as “siblings” in context. “They” refers to Paul and Silas or the magistrates, kept inclusive where possible. “Apologized” renders “παρεκάλεσαν,” modernizing the KJV’s “besought.” “Encouraged” translates “παρεκάλεσαν,” echoing the KJV’s pastoral tone, per the NA28. The narrative concludes with the KJV’s focus on community.

The NA28 Greek text uses “αὐτοί” in verse 1, translated as “they” gender-neutrally, referring to Paul, Silas, and Timothy. “Jews” renders “Ἰουδαίων,” specific to the synagogue community. Capitalized “Christ” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Reasoned with them from the Scriptures” translates “διελέξατο αὐτοῖς ἀπὸ τῶν γραφῶν,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on scriptural argument. “Explaining and proving” renders “διανοίγων καὶ παρατιθέμενος,” preserving the KJV’s persuasive tone, per the NA28.

“Some of them” and “individuals” in verses 4–5 translate “τινὲς” and “ἄνδρας” gender-neutrally, as the groups are unspecified. “Devout Greeks” and “leading women” render “Ἑλλήνων σεβομένων” and “γυναικῶν τῶν πρώτων,” retaining gender-specific terms where explicit in the NA28. “Mob” translates “ὄχλον,” gender-neutral, per the KJV’s chaotic imagery. “Set the city in an uproar” renders “ἐθορύβουν τὴν πόλιν,” preserving the KJV’s dramatic tone.

“Brothers” and “people” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “οὗτοι” gender-neutrally, referring to believers and Paul’s group. Capitalized “Jesus” follows instructions. “Turned the world upside down” renders “ἀναστατώσαντες τὴν οἰκουμένην,” echoing the KJV’s vivid accusation. “City authorities” translates “πολιτάρχας,” a term specific to Thessalonica, per the NA28, modernizing the KJV’s “rulers of the city.”

“Crowd” and “brothers” translate “ὄχλον” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. “City authorities” renders “πολιτάρχας,” consistent with verse 6. “Money as security” translates “λαβόντες τὸ ἱκανὸν,” modernizing the KJV’s “taken security.” “Jewish synagogue” renders “συναγωγὴν τῶν Ἰουδαίων,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s setting. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Jews” and “many of them” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι” and “πολλοὶ ἐξ αὐτῶν” gender-neutrally, referring to the synagogue community. “Greek women of high standing and men” renders “γυναικῶν τῶν Ἑλληνίδων εὐσχημόνων καὶ ἀνδρῶν,” retaining gender-specific terms where explicit in the NA28. “More noble” translates “εὐγενέστεροι,” echoing the KJV’s commendation. “Examining the Scriptures” renders “ἀνακρίνοντες τὰς γραφὰς,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis on study.

“Crowds” and “brothers” translate “ὄχλους” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Word of God” renders “λόγος τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic focus. “Agitating and stirring up” translates “σαλεύοντες καὶ ταράσσοντες,” preserving the KJV’s disruptive imagery, per the NA28. No gender-neutral adjustments are needed for named individuals (Paul, Silas, Timothy).

“Those who conducted” translates “οἱ καθιστάνοντες” gender-neutrally, as the escorts are unspecified. “Full of idols” renders “κατείδωλον,” modernizing the KJV’s “wholly given to idolatry.” “His spirit was provoked” translates “παρωξύνετο τὸ πνεῦμα αὐτοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s emotional intensity, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Devout persons” translates “σεβομένοις” gender-neutrally, referring to God-fearers. “Those who happened to be there” renders “τοὺς παρατυγχάνοντας,” inclusive of the marketplace crowd. Capitalized “Jesus” follows instructions. “Babbler” translates “σπερμολόγος,” preserving the KJV’s derogatory term in modern English. “Preaching Jesus and the resurrection” renders “εὐαγγελιζόμενος Ἰησοῦν καὶ τὴν ἀνάστασιν,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s focus.

“They” and “Athenians and foreigners” translate “αὐτὸν” and “Ἀθηναῖοι καὶ οἱ ξένοι” gender-neutrally, referring to mixed groups. “Areopagus” renders “Ἄρειον Πάγον,” referring to the council or hill, per the NA28. “Strange things” translates “ξενίζοντα,” echoing the KJV’s “strange things.” The parenthetical note in verse 21 reflects the cultural context, preserving the KJV’s tone in modern English.

“People of Athens” translates “ἄνδρες Ἀθηναῖοι” gender-neutrally, addressing the crowd inclusively. “Very religious” renders “δεισιδαιμονεστέρους,” a neutral term in context, echoing the KJV’s “too superstitious” but softened for modern English. “Unknown god” translates “ἀγνώστῳ θεῷ,” lowercase as a pagan concept, per the NA28. The KJV’s rhetorical tone is preserved in Paul’s address.

Capitalized “God,” “Lord,” “He,” and “Himself” follow instructions. “All people” translates “πάντας” gender-neutrally. “Temples made by hands” renders “χειροποιήτοις ναοῖς,” echoing the KJV’s contrast with divine transcendence. “Life and breath” translates “ζωὴν καὶ πνοὴν,” preserving the KJV’s poetic imagery, per the NA28, with echoes of Genesis 2:7.

Capitalized “He,” “God,” and “Him” follow instructions. “Every nation of people” translates “πᾶν ἔθνος ἀνθρώπων” gender-neutrally, emphasizing universal humanity. “Feel their way toward Him” renders “ψηλαφήσειαν αὐτόν,” a tactile metaphor, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “feel after him.” “Not far from each one of us” preserves the KJV’s theological accessibility in modern English.

Capitalized “Him,” “His,” and “God” follow instructions. The quotations in verse 28 cite Greek poets (likely Aratus and Epimenides), per the NA28, with “In Him we live…” rendering “ἐν αὐτῷ ζῶμεν…” and “His offspring” rendering “τοῦ γένους αὐτοῦ.” “God’s offspring” translates gender-neutrally. “Divine being” renders “τὸ θεῖον,” lowercase for the pagan concept, echoing the KJV’s argument against idolatry.

Capitalized “God,” “He,” “Person,” and “Him” (referring to Jesus) follow instructions. “All people” translates “πάντας ἀνθρώπους” gender-neutrally. “Times of ignorance” renders “χρόνους τῆς ἀγνοίας,” echoing the KJV’s theological shift. “Judge the world in righteousness” translates “κρίνειν τὴν οἰκουμένην ἐν δικαιοσύνῃ,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s eschatological tone.

“Some” and “people” translate “τινὲς” and “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, except for “woman” rendering “γυνὴ” for Damaris, per the NA28. “Resurrection of the dead” translates “ἀνάστασιν νεκρῶν,” echoing the KJV’s central doctrine. “Dionysius the Areopagite” and “Damaris” retain specific identifiers. “Believed” renders “ἐπίστευσαν,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis on conversion, per the NA28.

The NA28 Greek text uses “Ἰουδαῖον” in verse 2, translated as “Jew” for Aquila, with “wife” rendering “γυναῖκα” for Priscilla, retaining gender-specific terms. “They” in verse 3 refers to Aquila and Priscilla, kept neutral where possible. “Tentmakers” translates “σκηνοποιοί,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “tentmakers.” “Claudius had commanded” reflects historical context (cf. Suetonius, Claudius 25.4). No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Jews and Greeks” in verse 4 translates “Ἰουδαίους τε καὶ Ἕλληνας,” gender-neutral for the synagogue audience. Capitalized “Jesus” and “Christ” follow instructions. “Occupied with the word” renders “συνείχετο τῷ λόγῳ,” modernizing the KJV’s “pressed in the spirit” to reflect the NA28’s emphasis on preaching. “Testifying” translates “διαμαρτυρόμενος,” echoing the KJV’s persuasive tone.

“They” in verse 6 refers to the Jews, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοῖς.” “Person” in verse 7 translates “τινός” for Titius Justus, gender-neutral as unspecified in the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Your blood be upon your own heads” renders “τὸ αἷμα ὑμῶν ἐπὶ τὴν κεφαλὴν ὑμῶν,” echoing the KJV’s solemn declaration (cf. Ezekiel 33:4). “Worshiper of God” translates “σεβομένου τὸν Θεόν,” per the NA28.

“Household” and “Corinthians” translate “οἶκος” and “Κορίνθιοι” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord,” “I,” and “Me” (for Jesus) follow instructions. “Ruler of the synagogue” renders “ἀρχισυνάγωγος,” per the NA28. “Believed in the Lord” translates “ἐπίστευσεν τῷ Κυρίῳ,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on faith. The vision’s encouragement preserves the KJV’s divine assurance in modern English.

“Them” and “people” translate “αὐτοῖς” and “ἀνθρώπους” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Word of God” renders “λόγον τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s evangelistic focus. “United attack” translates “ὁμοθυμαδὸν,” modernizing the KJV’s “made insurrection.” “Tribunal” renders “βῆμα,” per the NA28, reflecting the Roman judicial setting, consistent with the KJV.

“Jews” and “them” translate “Ἰουδαίοις” and “αὐτούς” gender-neutrally, referring to the accusers. “Words and names” renders “λόγου καὶ ὀνομάτων,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s dismissal of theological disputes. “Tribunal” continues from verse 12, maintaining the judicial context. “See to it yourselves” translates “αὐτοὶ ὄψεσθε,” preserving Gallio’s neutrality in modern English, per the KJV.

“They all” in verse 17 translates “πάντες,” gender-neutral, possibly referring to the crowd or Greeks, per the NA28. “Brothers” renders “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally as “siblings” in context. “Ruler of the synagogue” translates “ἀρχισυνάγωγος,” consistent with verse 8. “Under a vow” renders “εὐχὴν,” likely a Nazirite vow, echoing the KJV’s detail. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“They” in verse 19 refers to Paul, Priscilla, and Aquila, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί.” “Jews” renders “Ἰουδαίοις,” gender-neutral for the synagogue audience. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “If God wills” translates “τοῦ Θεοῦ θέλοντος,” echoing the KJV’s deference to divine will (cf. James 4:15). “Reasoned” renders “διελέξατο,” per the NA28, consistent with Paul’s synagogue practice.

“Church” and “disciples” translate “ἐκκλησίαν” and “μαθητάς” gender-neutrally. “Went up” likely refers to Jerusalem, per the NA28’s implication, echoing the KJV’s geographical note. “Strengthening” renders “ἐπιστηρίζων,” consistent with Acts 14:22 and the KJV’s pastoral emphasis. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Person” in verse 24 translates “ἀνὴρ” for Apollos, gender-neutral before naming. Capitalized “Lord” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Competent in the Scriptures” renders “δυνατὸς ὢν ἐν ταῖς γραφαῖς,” echoing the KJV’s “mighty in the scriptures.” “Fervent in spirit” translates “ζέων τῷ πνεύματι,” per the NA28, modernizing the KJV’s “fervent in the spirit.” “Baptism of John” specifies John’s baptism, consistent with Acts 19:3.

“Brothers” and “disciples” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “μαθητάς” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God,” “Jesus,” and “Christ” follow instructions. “Explained more accurately” renders “ἐξέθεντο ἀκριβέστερον,” echoing the KJV’s “expounded more perfectly.” “Powerfully refuted” translates “διακατηλέγχετο,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s vigorous debate. “Through grace” renders “τῇ χάριτι,” emphasizing salvation, consistent with Acts 15:11.

The NA28 Greek text uses “μαθητάς” in verse 1, translated as “disciples” gender-neutrally, as the group is unspecified. “They” refers to these disciples, kept neutral for “αὐτοί.” Capitalized “Holy Spirit” follows instructions. “John’s baptism” renders “τὸ Ἰωάννου βάπτισμα,” referring to John the Baptist, consistent with Acts 18:25 and the KJV’s terminology. The dialogue preserves the KJV’s theological inquiry in modern English, per the NA28.

“People” and “they” translate “λαὸν” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the disciples. Capitalized “One,” “Jesus,” “Lord Jesus,” and “Holy Spirit” follow instructions. “Baptism of repentance” renders “βάπτισμα μετανοίας,” echoing Acts 13:24 and the KJV. “Speaking in tongues and prophesying” translates “λαλεῖν γλώσσαις καὶ προφητεύειν,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s miraculous tone. “Individuals” renders “ἄνδρες” inclusively, as the group is unspecified.

“Some,” “them,” and “residents” translate “τινὲς,” “αὐτοῖς,” and “κατοικοῦντας” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” and “Lord” follow instructions. “The Way” renders “τὴν Ὁδὸν,” a term for early Christianity, per the NA28, echoing the KJV. “Hall of Tyrannus” translates “σχολῇ Τυράννου,” a specific location, preserved as in the KJV. “Jews and Greeks” renders “Ἰουδαίους τε καὶ Ἕλληνας,” inclusive of the audience.

Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Extraordinary miracles” translates “οὐ τὰς τυχούσας δυνάμεις,” echoing the KJV’s “special miracles.” “Handkerchiefs or aprons” renders “σουδάρια ἢ σιμικίνθια,” specific items, per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s vivid detail. “Their” and “them” refer to the sick, translated gender-neutrally. “Evil spirits” renders “πνεύματα τὰ πονηρὰ,” consistent with the KJV’s supernatural tone.

“Some” and “those” translate “τινὲς” and “τοὺς ἔχοντας” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Itinerant Jewish exorcists” renders “Ἰουδαίων ἐξορκιστῶν περιερχομένων,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s specificity. “Seven sons” translates “ἑπτὰ υἱοί,” gender-specific as in the Greek. The evil spirit’s response preserves the KJV’s dramatic confrontation, modernized for clarity.

“Person” translates “ἄνθρωπος” gender-neutrally, as the individual is unspecified in the NA28. “Them” and “residents” render “αὐτοὺς” and “κατοικοῦντας” inclusively. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” follows instructions. “Overpowered them” translates “ἐγκρατὴς γενόμενος,” echoing the KJV’s vivid narrative. “Fear fell upon them all” renders “ἐπέπεσεν φόβος,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s awe-inspiring tone.

“Believers” and “those” translate “πεπιστευκότες” and “οἱ” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Magic arts” renders “περίεργα,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “curious arts.” “Fifty thousand pieces of silver” translates “ἀργυρίου μυριάδας πέντε,” likely drachmas, preserving the KJV’s economic detail. “Word of the Lord” renders “λόγος τοῦ Κυρίου,” emphasizing gospel growth, per the KJV.

Capitalized “Spirit” follows instructions, referring to the Holy Spirit, as “πνεύματι” in the NA28 suggests divine guidance (cf. Acts 16:7). “Helpers” translates “διακονούντων,” gender-neutral for Timothy and Erastus. “Resolved in the Spirit” renders “ἔθετο ἐν τῷ πνεύματι,” echoing the KJV’s “purposed in the spirit.” The mention of Rome foreshadows Acts 28, per the NA28.

“The Way” renders “τὴν Ὁδὸν,” consistent with verse 9, per the NA28. “Craftsmen” and “workers” translate “τεχνίτας” and “ἐργάτας” gender-neutrally, as unspecified. “Friends” renders “ἄνδρες,” gender-neutral in addressing the group. “No small disturbance” translates “τάραχος οὐκ ὀλίγος,” echoing the KJV’s understated intensity. “Artemis” retains the Greek deity’s name, per the KJV.

“People” translates “ὄχλον” gender-neutrally. “Gods made with hands” renders “χειροποίητοι θεοί,” lowercase as pagan deities, echoing Acts 17:24 and the KJV’s polemic. “Artemis” remains specific, per the NA28. “Come into disrepute” translates “εἰς ἀπελεγμὸν,” modernizing the KJV’s “should be set at nought.” The speech preserves the KJV’s economic and religious concerns in modern English.

“They” and “companions” translate “αὐτοί” and “συνεκδήμους” gender-neutrally, though Gaius and Aristarchus are named as male. “Confusion” renders “συγχύσεως,” echoing the KJV’s “confusion.” “Theater” translates “θέατρον,” a specific venue, per the NA28, consistent with the KJV. The crowd’s chant preserves the KJV’s vivid depiction of pagan devotion.

“Crowd” and “disciples” translate “ὄχλος” and “μαθηταί” gender-neutrally. “Asiarchs” renders “Ἀσιαρχῶν,” a term for regional officials, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “chief of Asia.” “Friends” translates “φίλοι,” gender-neutral. The protective actions of the disciples and Asiarchs preserve the KJV’s narrative tension in modern English.

“Assembly” and “crowd” translate “ἐκκλησία” and “ὄχλος” gender-neutrally, referring to the chaotic gathering. “Some” and “them” render “τινὲς” and “αὐτῶν” inclusively. “Jews” translates “Ἰουδαῖοι,” specific to the group. “Make a defense” renders “ἀπολογεῖσθαι,” echoing the KJV’s legal tone, per the NA28. The confusion reflects the KJV’s depiction of disorder.

“They” and “crowd” translate “αὐτοί” and “ὄχλος” gender-neutrally. “People of Ephesus” renders “ἄνδρες Ἐφέσιοι,” gender-neutral for the address. “Temple keeper” translates “νεωκόρον,” a technical term, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “worshipper.” “Image that fell from heaven” renders “διοπετοῦς,” preserving the KJV’s mythological reference. The chant repeats verse 28, maintaining the KJV’s intensity.

“You” and “individuals” translate “ὑμᾶς” and “ἄνδρας” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd and Gaius/Aristarchus. “Craftsmen” renders “τεχνίται,” inclusive as unspecified. “Sacrilegious” translates “ἱεροσύλους,” echoing the KJV’s “robbers of churches.” “Courts are open” renders “ἀγοραῖοι ἄγονται,” per the NA28, modernizing the KJV’s legal appeal. The clerk’s reasoning preserves the KJV’s calm authority.

“You” and “we” translate “ὑμεῖς” and “ἡμεῖς” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd. “Lawful assembly” renders “ἐννόμῳ ἐκκλησίᾳ,” contrasting the chaotic “ἐκκλησία” in verse 32, per the NA28. “Rioting” translates “στασιασμοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s “uproar.” “Commotion” renders “συστροφῆς,” preserving the KJV’s sense of disorder. The clerk’s dismissal maintains the KJV’s resolution in modern English.

The NA28 Greek text uses “μαθητάς” in verse 1, translated as “disciples” gender-neutrally. “Them” in verse 2 refers to believers in Macedonia, kept neutral for “αὐτοῖς.” “Jews” in verse 3 renders “Ἰουδαίων,” specific to the group. “Encouragement” translates “παρακαλέσας,” echoing the KJV’s “exhorted.” “Uproar” renders “θόρυβον,” referring to Acts 19:23–41, per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s narrative continuity. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Us” and “we” in verses 5–6 reflect the NA28’s first-person plural, indicating Luke’s presence, translated gender-neutrally. The named individuals (all male) retain specific identifiers, per the NA28. “Days of Unleavened Bread” renders “ἡμέρας τῶν ἀζύμων,” echoing the KJV’s Jewish festival reference. “Accompanied” translates “συνείπετο,” preserving the KJV’s sense of companionship. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“We” continues the first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally for Luke and companions. “Young person” translates “νεανίας” for Eutychus, gender-neutral before naming, per the NA28. “Break bread” renders “κλᾶσαι ἄρτον,” echoing the KJV’s eucharistic imagery. “Taken up dead” translates “ἤρθη νεκρός,” preserving the KJV’s dramatic tone. The setting in the “upper room” (ἀνώγεον) reflects the KJV’s vivid detail.

“They” and “youth” translate “αὐτοί” and “παῖδα” gender-neutrally, referring to Eutychus and the group. “His life is in him” renders “ἡ ψυχὴ αὐτοῦ ἐν αὐτῷ ἐστιν,” echoing the KJV’s reassurance of miraculous restoration. “Broken bread and eaten” translates “κλάσας τὸν ἄρτον καὶ γευσάμενος,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s communal meal imagery. “Not a little comforted” echoes the KJV’s understated relief.

“We” and “us” continue the first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally for Luke and companions. “Intending to go by land” renders “μέλλων πεζεύειν,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s travel detail. The itinerary (Assos, Mitylene, Chios, Samos, Miletus) is preserved as in the KJV, maintaining geographical precision. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Elders” translates “πρεσβυτέρους” gender-neutrally, as the role is unspecified in the NA28. “Church” renders “ἐκκλησίας,” inclusive of the Ephesian congregation. “Day of Pentecost” translates “ἡμέραν τῆς πεντηκοστῆς,” echoing the KJV’s festival reference. “Hastening” renders “ἔσπευδεν,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s urgency. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“They” and “you” refer to the elders, translated gender-neutrally for “αὐτοί” and “ὑμᾶς.” Capitalized “Lord” follows instructions. “Plots of the Jews” renders “ἐπιβουλαῖς τῶν Ἰουδαίων,” specific to the group, per the NA28. “Did not shrink” translates “οὐδὲν ὑπεστειλάμην,” echoing the KJV’s boldness. “From house to house” renders “κατ’ οἴκους,” preserving the KJV’s pastoral detail.

“Jews and Greeks” translates “Ἰουδαίοις τε καὶ Ἕλλησιν,” gender-neutral for the audience. Capitalized “God,” “Lord Jesus Christ,” “Spirit,” and “Holy Spirit” follow instructions. “Constrained by the Spirit” renders “δεδεμένος τῷ πνεύματι,” echoing the KJV’s divine compulsion. “Testifies to me” translates “διαμαρτύρεται,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s prophetic tone.

“You” refers to the elders, translated gender-neutrally for “ὑμῶν.” Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “God” follow instructions. “Finish my course” renders “τελειῶσαι τὸν δρόμον,” echoing the KJV’s athletic metaphor (cf. 2 Timothy 4:7). “Gospel of the grace of God” translates “εὐαγγέλιον τῆς χάριτος τοῦ Θεοῦ,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s theological emphasis.

“You,” “all,” and “flock” translate “ὑμῖν,” “πάντων,” and “ποίμνιον” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God,” “Holy Spirit,” “He,” and “His” follow instructions. “Innocent of the blood” renders “καθαρὸς ἀπὸ τοῦ αἵματος,” echoing Acts 18:6 and the KJV’s imagery. “Overseers” translates “ἐπισκόπους,” synonymous with “elders,” per the NA28. “His own blood” renders “τοῦ ἰδίου αἵματος,” preserving the KJV’s theological weight.

“You,” “flock,” “people,” and “disciples” translate “ὑμᾶς,” “ποίμνιον,” “ἄνδρες,” and “μαθητάς” gender-neutrally. “Fierce wolves” renders “λύκοι βαρείς,” echoing the KJV’s metaphor for false teachers (cf. Matthew 7:15). “Twisted things” translates “διεστραμμένα,” per the NA28, modernizing the KJV’s “perverse things.” “Admonish” renders “νουθετῶν,” preserving the KJV’s pastoral urgency.

“You” and “those” translate “ὑμᾶς” and “τοὺς μετ’ ἐμοῦ” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” and “His” follow instructions. “Word of His grace” renders “λόγῳ τῆς χάριτος αὐτοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on divine grace. “Sanctified” translates “ἡγιασμένοις,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s theological term. Paul’s self-sufficiency reflects the KJV’s ethic of integrity.

“You,” “we,” and “them” translate “ὑμῖν,” “ἡμᾶς,” and “αὐτοῖς” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “He” follow instructions. The quotation, “It is more blessed…” is not in the Gospels but preserved as tradition, rendering “μακάριόν ἐστιν μᾶλλον διδόναι,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV. “Help the weak” translates “ἀντιλαμβάνεσθαι τῶν ἀσθενούντων,” preserving the KJV’s ethical call.

“All” and “they” translate “πάντων” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the elders. “Much weeping” renders “κλαυθμὸς ἱκανός,” echoing the KJV’s emotional intensity. “Embraced and kissed” translates “ἐπιπεσόντες… κατεφίλουν,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s affectionate farewell. The sorrow over Paul’s departure reflects the KJV’s poignant tone.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἡμᾶς” (we) in verses 1–3, reflecting Luke’s first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally for Paul and companions. “Them” refers to the Ephesian elders from Acts 20:38, kept neutral for “αὐτῶν.” The itinerary (Cos, Rhodes, Patara, Tyre) is preserved as in the KJV, per the NA28. “Straight course” renders “εὐθυδρομήσαντες,” echoing the KJV’s nautical detail. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Disciples” and “they” translate “μαθητάς” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Spirit” follows instructions, referring to the Holy Spirit, per the NA28’s “διὰ τοῦ Πνεύματος.” “Wives and children” renders “γυναῖξιν καὶ τέκνοις,” gender-specific as in the Greek. “Accompanied” translates “προπέμποντες,” echoing the KJV’s communal farewell. “We prayed” preserves the KJV’s collective prayer, per the NA28.

“We” and “they” continue the first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally for “ἡμᾶς” and “αὐτοί.” “Brothers” renders “ἀδελφοί,” gender-neutral as “siblings” in context. “Philip the evangelist” translates “Φιλίππου τοῦ εὐαγγελιστοῦ,” referring to Acts 6:5, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s title. “One of the seven” specifies Philip’s role among the deacons. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Daughters” renders “θυγατέρες,” gender-specific, and “unmarried” translates “παρθένοι,” per the NA28. “Prophet” and “person” translate “προφήτης” and “ἀνὴρ” gender-neutrally for Agabus and Paul before naming. Capitalized “Holy Spirit” follows instructions. “Thus says the Holy Spirit” renders “τάδε λέγει τὸ Πνεῦμα τὸ Ἅγιον,” echoing the KJV’s prophetic formula. The prophecy recalls Acts 20:23, per the NA28.

“We” and “people” translate “ἡμεῖς” and “οἱ ἐντόπιοι” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Lord Jesus” and “Lord” follow instructions. “Breaking my heart” renders “συνθρύπτοντές μου τὴν καρδίαν,” modernizing the KJV’s “break mine heart.” “Let the will of the Lord be done” translates “τὸ θέλημα τοῦ Κυρίου γενέσθω,” echoing the KJV’s submission to divine will, per the NA28.

“We” and “disciples” translate “ἡμεῖς” and “μαθητῶν” gender-neutrally. “Mnason of Cyprus” retains the specific identifier, per the NA28. “Early disciple” renders “ἀρχαίῳ μαθητῇ,” echoing the KJV’s “old disciple,” indicating long-standing faith. “Lodge” translates “ξενισθῶμεν,” preserving the KJV’s hospitality context. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Brothers” and “elders” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “πρεσβύτεροι” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “James” likely refers to James the Just, per Acts 15:13. “Things that God had done” renders “ἃ ἐποίησεν ὁ Θεός,” echoing the KJV’s emphasis on divine action, per the NA28. “Received us gladly” preserves the KJV’s warm reception.

“They” and “brother” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἀδελφός” gender-neutrally, referring to James and the elders. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Thousands of Jews” renders “μυριάδες Ἰουδαίων,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “thousands.” “Zealous for the law” translates “ζηλωταὶ τοῦ νόμου,” preserving the KJV’s description of Jewish believers. The accusation echoes Acts 15 debates.

“They” and “individuals” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd and the four under the vow. “Under a vow” renders “εὐχὴν ἔχοντες,” likely a Nazirite vow, per the NA28, echoing Acts 18:18 and the KJV. “Purify yourself” translates “ἁγνίσθητι,” preserving the KJV’s ritual context. The strategy addresses the accusations from verse 21.

“Gentiles” and “individuals” translate “ἐθνῶν” and “ἄνδρας” gender-neutrally. The letter references Acts 15:20, 29, per the NA28, with “sacrificed to idols,” “blood,” “strangled,” and “sexual immorality” rendering “εἰδωλοθύτων,” “αἵματος,” “πνικτῶν,” and “πορνείας,” echoing the KJV. “Purified himself” continues from verse 24, preserving the ritual context. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Jews” and “people” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι” and “ἄνθρωποι” gender-neutrally, with “People of Israel” rendering “ἄνδρες Ἰσραηλῖται” inclusively. “Person” translates “ἀνὴρ” for Paul, gender-neutral before naming. “Greeks” renders “Ἕλληνας,” specific to the accusation. “Defiled this holy place” translates “κεκοινώκεν τὸν τόπον,” echoing the KJV’s charge of temple violation, per the NA28.

“They” and “people” translate “αὐτοί” and “ὄχλος” gender-neutrally. “Trophimus the Ephesian” retains the specific identifier, per the NA28 (cf. Acts 20:4). “Stirred up” renders “ἐκινήθη,” echoing the KJV’s chaotic imagery. “Gates were shut” translates “ἐκλείσθησαν αἱ θύραι,” preserving the KJV’s dramatic detail. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“They” translates “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd. “Tribune” renders “χιλίαρχος,” a Roman commander, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “chief captain.” “Soldiers and centurions” translates “στρατιώτας καὶ ἑκατοντάρχας,” gender-neutral as unspecified. “In confusion” renders “συνκεχυμένη,” preserving the KJV’s chaotic tone. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Some” and “crowd” translate “τινὲς” and “ὄχλῳ” gender-neutrally. “Two chains” renders “ἁλύσεσιν δυσίν,” echoing Agabus’s prophecy (verse 11) and the KJV’s detail, per the NA28. “Barracks” translates “παρεμβολήν,” referring to the Antonia Fortress, preserving the KJV’s military context. “Uproar” renders “θόρυβον,” consistent with verse 31.

“Crowd,” “people,” and “multitude” translate “ὄχλος” and “λαός” gender-neutrally. “Away with him” renders “αἶρε αὐτόν,” echoing the KJV’s hostile cry (cf. Luke 23:18). “Violence of the crowd” translates “βίαν τοῦ ὄχλου,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s intense imagery. “Carried by the soldiers” reflects the protective action, consistent with the KJV.

“Men” translates “ἄνδρας” gender-specifically for the Assassins (Sicarii), per the NA28. “Greek” renders “Ἑλληνιστί,” echoing the KJV’s linguistic question. “Egyptian” and “Assassins” (Σικαρίων) refer to a historical figure and group, preserving the KJV’s context (cf. Josephus, Jewish War 2.254–257). “Barracks” continues from verse 34. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“People” translates “λαός” gender-neutrally. “Jew” renders “Ἰουδαῖος,” specific to Paul’s identity, per the NA28. “No insignificant city” translates “οὐκ ἀσήμου πόλεως,” echoing the KJV’s “no mean city.” “Hebrew language” renders “Ἑβραΐδι διαλέκτῳ,” likely Aramaic, per the KJV’s usage. “Motioned with his hand” preserves the KJV’s dramatic gesture, setting up Paul’s defense in Acts 22.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀδελφοί καὶ πατέρες” in verse 1, translated as “brothers and fathers” gender-neutrally, as a formal address to the crowd, echoing the KJV’s “men, brethren, and fathers.” “Hebrew language” renders “Ἑβραΐδι διαλέκτῳ,” likely Aramaic, per Acts 21:40 and the KJV. “Defense” translates “ἀπολογίαν,” preserving the KJV’s legal tone. “They” refers to the crowd, kept neutral for “αὐτῶν.” No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Jew” and “men and women” render “Ἰουδαῖος” and “ἄνδρας τε καὶ γυναῖκας,” retaining gender-specific terms where explicit in the NA28. “Brothers” and “those” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “τοὺς ὄντας” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “This Way” renders “τὴν Ὁδὸν ταύτην,” referring to Christianity, per Acts 19:9, 23. “At the feet of Gamaliel” echoes the KJV’s educational detail, per the NA28.

Capitalized “Me,” “You,” “Lord,” “He,” and “Jesus” follow instructions, referring to Jesus. The account retells Acts 9:3–6, per the NA28. “Great light from heaven” renders “φῶς ἱκανὸν οὐρανόθεν,” echoing the KJV’s supernatural imagery. “Saul, Saul” preserves the Hebrew repetition, as in the KJV. “Jesus of Nazareth” translates “Ἰησοῦς ὁ Ναζωραῖος,” emphasizing Jesus’s identity, per the NA28.

“Those” translates “οἱ σὺν ἐμοί” gender-neutrally, referring to Paul’s companions. Capitalized “One” and “Lord” follow instructions, referring to Jesus. “Did not understand the voice” renders “τὴν φωνὴν οὐκ ἤκουσαν,” clarifying Acts 9:7, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s distinction. “Glory of that light” preserves the KJV’s radiant imagery. The narrative aligns with Acts 9:3–8.

“Person” translates “ἀνὴρ” for Ananias, gender-neutral before naming, per the NA28. “Brother” renders “ἀδελφός,” gender-neutral in context. Capitalized “God,” “His,” and “Righteous One” (Jesus) follow instructions. “God of our fathers” echoes the KJV’s ancestral phrase, per the NA28. “Receive your sight” translates “ἀνάβλεψον,” preserving the KJV’s miraculous restoration. The account aligns with Acts 9:10–17.

“Everyone” translates “πάντας ἀνθρώπους” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “Him” and “His” (Jesus) follow instructions. “Wash away your sins” renders “ἀπόλουσαι τὰς ἁμαρτίας σου,” echoing the KJV’s baptismal theology, per the NA28. “Calling on His name” translates “ἐπικαλεσάμενος τὸ ὄνομα αὐτοῦ,” preserving the KJV’s emphasis on invoking Jesus. The narrative continues from Acts 9:18.

Capitalized “Him,” “Me,” “Lord,” and “You” (Jesus) follow instructions. “Those” and “they” translate “τοὺς πιστεύοντας” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to believers and the crowd. “Fell into a trance” renders “γενέσθαι με ἐν ἐκστάσει,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “in a trance.” “Testimony about Me” preserves the KJV’s Christ-centered focus. This vision is unique to Acts 22.

Capitalized “Your,” “He,” and “I” (Jesus) follow instructions. “Witness” translates “μάρτυρος,” referring to Stephen (Acts 7:58), echoing the KJV’s “martyr.” “Those” and “Gentiles” render “τῶν ἀναιρούντων” and “ἔθνη” gender-neutrally, per the NA28. “Approving” translates “συνευδοκῶν,” preserving the KJV’s detail of Paul’s complicity. The mission to the Gentiles aligns with Acts 9:15.

“They” and “person” translate “αὐτοί” and “τοιοῦτος” gender-neutrally, referring to the crowd and Paul. “Away with such a person” renders “αἶρε ἀπὸ τῆς γῆς,” echoing Acts 21:36 and the KJV’s violent outcry. “Throwing off their cloaks” and “tossing dust” translate “ῥιπτούντων τὰ ἱμάτια” and “κονιορτὸν βαλλόντων,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s chaotic imagery.

“They” and “person” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἄνθρωπον” gender-neutrally. “Tribune” renders “χιλίαρχος,” consistent with Acts 21:31–33, per the NA28. “Examined by flogging” translates “ἀνετάζεσθαι μάστιξιν,” echoing the KJV’s “examined by scourging.” “Roman citizen and uncondemned” renders “Ῥωμαῖον καὶ ἀκατάκριτον,” preserving the KJV’s legal appeal, per Acts 16:37.

“Person” translates “ἄνθρωπος” gender-neutrally for Paul. “Roman citizen” renders “Ῥωμαῖος,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s legal emphasis. “Bought this citizenship” translates “ἐγὼ πολλοῦ κεφαλαίου τὴν πολιτείαν ταύτην,” reflecting the tribune’s status, per the KJV. “Born a citizen” renders “ἐγὼ δὲ καὶ γεγέννημαι,” preserving Paul’s claim, consistent with Acts 16:37.

“Those” and “Jews” translate “οἱ μέλλοντες” and “Ἰουδαίων” gender-neutrally, referring to the interrogators and accusers. “Roman citizen” renders “Ῥωμαῖος,” per the NA28. “Chief priests and all the council” translates “ἀρχιερεῖς καὶ πᾶν τὸ συνέδριον,” echoing the KJV’s Sanhedrin reference. “Unbound him” renders “ἔλυσεν,” preserving the KJV’s legal resolution, setting up Acts 23.

The NA28 Greek text uses “συνέδριον” in verse 1, translated as “council” (Sanhedrin), and “ἀδελφοί” as “brothers,” gender-neutral for the audience. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Good conscience” renders “συνειδήσει ἀγαθῇ,” echoing the KJV’s moral claim. “Whitewashed wall” translates “τοῖχε κεκονιαμένε,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s metaphor for hypocrisy (cf. Matthew 23:27). “Contrary to the law” reflects Paul’s legal critique, per the KJV.

“Those” and “brothers” translate “οἱ παρεστῶτες” and “ἀδελφοί” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. The quotation in verse 5 cites Exodus 22:28 (LXX), per the NA28, rendered as “You shall not speak evil…” to echo the KJV’s scriptural reference. “Revile” translates “λοιδορεῖς,” preserving the KJV’s tone of rebuke. Paul’s apology reflects respect for the law, per the NA28.

“Brothers” and “assembly” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “πλῆθος” gender-neutrally. “Sadducees” and “Pharisees” render “Σαδδουκαῖοι” and “Φαρισαῖοι,” specific groups, per the NA28. “Son of Pharisees” translates “υἱὸς Φαρισαίων,” echoing the KJV’s heritage claim. “Hope and the resurrection” renders “ἐλπίδος καὶ ἀναστάσεως,” emphasizing Paul’s strategy, per the KJV. “Dissension” translates “στάσις,” preserving the KJV’s conflict imagery.

“Some” and “person” translate “τινὲς” and “ἀνδρί” gender-neutrally, referring to scribes and Paul. “Sadducees” and “Pharisees” continue as specific groups. “No resurrection, nor angel, nor spirit” renders “μήτε ἀνάστασιν μήτε ἄγγελον μήτε πνεῦμα,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s theological distinction. “Contended sharply” translates “διεμάχοντο,” preserving the KJV’s vigorous debate. The scribes’ defense aligns with Paul’s tactic.

“Them” and “soldiers” translate “αὐτῶν” and “στρατεύματι” gender-neutrally. “Tribune” renders “χιλίαρχος,” consistent with Acts 21:31–33, per the NA28. “Dissension became violent” translates “πολλῆς γινομένης στάσεως,” echoing the KJV’s chaotic imagery. “Barracks” renders “παρεμβολήν,” referring to the Antonia Fortress, per the KJV. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

Capitalized “Lord” and “Me” (Jesus) follow instructions. “Take courage” renders “θάρσει,” echoing the KJV’s divine encouragement (cf. Acts 18:9). “Testified to the facts about Me” translates “διεμαρτύρω τὰ περὶ ἐμοῦ,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s Christ-centered focus. The mention of Rome foreshadows Acts 28, aligning with Acts 19:21 and the KJV’s narrative arc.

“Jews” and “they” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι” and “οἱ” gender-neutrally, referring to the conspirators. “Chief priests and elders” renders “ἀρχιερεῖς καὶ πρεσβύτεροι,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s Sanhedrin reference. “Bound by an oath” translates “ἀναθέματι ἀνεθεμάτισαν,” preserving the KJV’s solemn vow imagery. “Conspiracy” renders “συνωμοσίαν,” echoing the KJV’s secretive plot.

“You” and “son” translate “ὑμεῖς” and “υἱὸς” gender-specifically for the council and Paul’s nephew, per the NA28. “Council” renders “συνέδριον,” consistent with verse 1. “Ambush” translates “ἐνέδραν,” echoing the KJV’s “lying in wait.” “Barracks” continues as “παρεμβολή,” per the KJV. The nephew’s role introduces a new detail in the narrative.

“Young person” translates “νεανίσκον” gender-neutrally for Paul’s nephew, per the NA28. “Centurions” and “tribune” render “ἑκατοντάρχων” and “χιλίαρχος,” consistent with prior chapters. “Paul the prisoner” translates “ὁ δέσμιος Παῦλος,” echoing the KJV’s status description. The dialogue preserves the KJV’s straightforward reporting, per the NA28.

“Jews” and “people” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι” and “ἄνδρες” gender-neutrally, referring to the conspirators. “Council” renders “συνέδριον,” per the NA28. “Lying in ambush” repeats “ἐνέδραν” from verse 16, echoing the KJV’s terminology. “Bound by an oath” reiterates verse 12’s “ἀναθέματι,” preserving the KJV’s intensity. The nephew’s report mirrors the plot in verses 12–15.

“Young person” continues as “νεανίσκον,” gender-neutral for the nephew. “Centurions,” “soldiers,” “horsemen,” and “spearmen” translate “ἑκατοντάρχας,” “στρατιώτας,” “ἱππεῖς,” and “δεξιολάβους,” gender-neutral as unspecified, per the NA28. “Felix the governor” renders “Φήλικα τὸν ἡγεμόνα,” introducing the Roman official, per the KJV. “Third hour of the night” echoes the KJV’s precise timing.

“Person” translates “ἄνθρωπον” gender-neutrally for Paul. “Jews” renders “Ἰουδαίων,” specific to the accusers. “Claudius Lysias” and “Felix” retain specific identifiers, per the NA28. “Most excellent” translates “κράτιστος,” echoing the KJV’s formal address. “Roman citizen” renders “Ῥωμαῖος,” consistent with Acts 22:25–29. “Greetings” translates “χαίρειν,” preserving the KJV’s epistolary style.

“They” and “their” translate “αὐτῶν” gender-neutrally, referring to the Jews. “Council” renders “συνέδριον,” per the NA28, consistent with verses 1, 15. “Questions of their law” translates “ζητήματα τοῦ νόμου αὐτῶν,” echoing Acts 18:15 and the KJV’s dismissal of religious disputes. “Nothing deserving death” renders “μηδὲν ἄξιον θανάτου,” preserving the KJV’s legal finding.

“Person” and “accusers” translate “ἄνθρωπον” and “κατήγοροι” gender-neutrally. “Plot” renders “ἐπιβουλήν,” echoing verses 12–16, per the NA28. “Antipatris” retains the geographical detail, as in the KJV. “By night” translates “νυκτὸς,” preserving the KJV’s secretive escort. The letter’s closing aligns with the KJV’s formal tone.

“They” and “horsemen” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἱππεῖς” gender-neutrally, referring to the escort. “Governor” renders “ἡγεμόνα” (Felix), per the NA28. “Herod’s praetorium” translates “πραιτωρίῳ τοῦ Ἡρῴδου,” echoing the KJV’s specific location. “Cilicia” confirms Paul’s origin (Acts 21:39). “I will hear you” preserves the KJV’s judicial promise, setting up Acts 24.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀρχιερεὺς” and “πρεσβύτεροι” in verse 1, translated as “high priest” and “elders,” gender-neutral as unspecified. “Spokesman” renders “ῥήτορος” for Tertullus, per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “orator.” “Most excellent Felix” translates “κράτιστε Φῆλιξ,” preserving the KJV’s formal address. “Enjoy much peace” renders “πολλῆς εἰρήνης τυγχάνοντες,” echoing the KJV’s flattery, per the NA28.

“We” and “person” translate “ἡμεῖς” and “ἄνδρα” gender-neutrally, referring to Tertullus’s group and Paul. “Pestilent individual” renders “λοιμὸν,” echoing the KJV’s “pestilent fellow.” “Sect of the Nazarenes” translates “αἱρέσεως τῶν Ναζωραίων,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s term for early Christianity (cf. Acts 24:14). “Mover of sedition” modernizes the KJV’s “mover of sedition,” reflecting Roman concerns.

Verse 6 omits the disputed clause “and would have judged him according to our law” (per some manuscripts), following the NA28’s shorter text. “Jews” and “we” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι” and “ἡμεῖς” gender-neutrally. “Profane the temple” renders “βεβηλῶσαι τὸ ἱερόν,” echoing Acts 21:28 and the KJV’s accusation. “Joined in the charge” translates “συνεπέθεντο,” preserving the KJV’s unified accusation, per the NA28.

“Anyone” and “they” translate “τινά” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally. “Make my defense” renders “ἀπολογοῦμαι,” echoing the KJV’s legal term, per the NA28. “Twelve days” translates “δωδεκαήμερος,” aligning with the timeline from Acts 21:15–27. “Worship in Jerusalem” reflects Paul’s temple actions (Acts 21:26), preserving the KJV’s religious context.

“They” and “people” translate “οὗτοι” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the accusers. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “The Way” renders “τὴν Ὁδὸν,” per Acts 19:9, 23, echoing the KJV’s term for Christianity. “Law and the Prophets” translates “νόμῳ καὶ προφήταις,” echoing the KJV’s scriptural scope. “Resurrection of both the just and unjust” renders “ἀνάστασιν δικαίων τε καὶ ἀδίκων,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s theology.

“People” and “Jews” translate “ἀνθρώπους” and “Ἰουδαῖοι” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Clear conscience” renders “ἀπρόσκοπον συνείδησιν,” echoing Acts 23:1 and the KJV. “Alms” and “offerings” translate “ἐλεημοσύνας” and “προσφοράς,” per Acts 21:26, preserving the KJV’s charitable and ritual context. “Purified in the temple” aligns with Acts 21:26, per the NA28.

“People” and “they” translate “οὗτοι” and “αὐτοί” gender-neutrally, referring to the accusers and Jews from Asia. “Council” renders “συνέδριον,” per Acts 23:1, 6. “Resurrection of the dead” repeats Acts 23:6, translating “ἀνάστασιν νεκρῶν,” echoing the KJV’s central issue, per the NA28. “Wrongdoing” renders “ἀδίκημα,” preserving the KJV’s legal defense.

“Them” and “friends” translate “αὐτοὺς” and “τῶν ἰδίων” gender-neutrally. “The Way” renders “τὴν Ὁδὸν,” consistent with verse 14, per the NA28. “Accurate knowledge” translates “ἀκριβέστερον γνοὺς,” echoing the KJV’s “more perfect knowledge.” “Lysias the tribune” refers to Acts 23:26, and “some liberty” renders “ἄνεσιν,” preserving the KJV’s leniency, per the NA28.

“Wife” renders “γυνὴ” for Drusilla, gender-specific, and “Jewish” translates “Ἰουδαία,” per the NA28. Capitalized “Christ Jesus” follows instructions. “Righteousness, self-control, and the judgment” renders “δικαιοσύνης, ἐγκρατείας, καὶ τοῦ κρίματος,” echoing the KJV’s moral themes. “Alarmed” translates “ἔμφοβος γενόμενος,” preserving the KJV’s emotional response. The dialogue reflects Paul’s evangelistic boldness, per the NA28.

“Jews” translates “Ἰουδαίοις” gender-neutrally. “Hoped that money would be given” renders “ἐλπίζων ὅτι χρήματα δοθήσεται,” echoing the KJV’s implication of bribery. “Two years” translates “διετίας,” per the NA28, marking the duration of Paul’s custody. “Porcius Festus” introduces the new governor, preserving the KJV’s historical detail. “Left Paul in prison” maintains the KJV’s narrative continuity.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀρχιερεῖς” and “πρῶτοι τῶν Ἰουδαίων” in verse 2, translated as “chief priests” and “principal leaders,” gender-neutral as unspecified. “They” refers to these leaders, kept neutral for “αὐτοί.” “Ambush” renders “ἐνέδραν,” echoing Acts 23:16, 21, per the NA28. “As a favor against Paul” translates “χάριν κατὰ τοῦ Παύλου,” preserving the KJV’s sense of a targeted request, per the NA28.

“Influential people” translates “οἱ δυνατοί,” gender-neutral for the Jewish leaders, per the NA28. “Person” renders “ἀνδρί,” gender-neutral for Paul before naming. “Bring charges” translates “κατηγορείτωσαν,” echoing the KJV’s legal terminology. “Caesarea” and “soon” maintain the KJV’s geographical and temporal context, per the NA28. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“Them” and “Jews” translate “αὐτοῖς” and “Ἰουδαῖοι,” gender-neutral, referring to the Jerusalem leaders. “Tribunal” renders “βῆμα,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “judgment seat” (cf. Acts 18:12). “Many and serious charges” translates “πολλὰ καὶ βαρέα αἰτιώματα,” preserving the KJV’s gravity of accusations. “Could not prove” renders “οὐκ ἴσχυον ἀποδεῖξαι,” echoing the KJV’s legal failure.

“Jews” translates “Ἰουδαίοις,” gender-neutral. “Argued in his defense” renders “ἀπολογουμένου,” echoing the KJV’s “answered for himself,” per the NA28. “Law of the Jews, temple, Caesar” reflects Paul’s threefold denial, consistent with Acts 24:12–13. “Do the Jews a favor” translates “χάριν καταθέσθαι,” echoing Acts 24:27, preserving the KJV’s political motive.

“Jews” and “their” translate “Ἰουδαίοις” and “αὐτῶν,” gender-neutral. “Caesar’s tribunal” renders “βῆμα Καίσαρος,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “judgment seat of Caesar.” “I appeal to Caesar” translates “Καίσαρα ἐπικαλοῦμαι,” preserving the KJV’s dramatic legal appeal. “No wrong” and “nothing to their charges” reflect Paul’s innocence, consistent with Acts 24:13.

“Council” translates “συμβουλίῳ,” gender-neutral for Festus’s advisors, per the NA28. “You have appealed to Caesar” renders “Καίσαρα ἐπικέκλησαι,” echoing the KJV’s formal acceptance. “Agrippa the king and Bernice” introduces Herod Agrippa II and his sister, per the KJV. “Greeted” translates “ἀσπασάμενοι,” preserving the KJV’s diplomatic context, setting up the next hearing.

“Person” translates “ἀνήρ,” gender-neutral for Paul before naming, per the NA28. “Chief priests and elders” renders “ἀρχιερεῖς καὶ πρεσβύτεροι,” consistent with Acts 24:1. “Sentence of condemnation” translates “κατάδικον,” echoing the KJV’s “judgment against him.” “Left in custody by Felix” refers to Acts 24:27, preserving the KJV’s narrative continuity.

“Anyone” and “accusers” translate “τινά” and “κατηγόρων,” gender-neutral. “Person” renders “ἀνδρί” for Paul, per the NA28. “Custom of the Romans” echoes the KJV’s legal principle, reflecting Roman due process. “Tribunal” renders “βῆμα,” consistent with verse 6. “Make a defense” translates “ἀπολογίας,” echoing the KJV’s legal terminology, per Acts 24:10.

“Accusers” translates “κατήγοροι,” gender-neutral. Capitalized “Jesus” follows instructions. “Questions about their own religion” renders “ζητήματα περὶ τῆς ἰδίας δεισιδαιμονίας,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “superstition” but modernized as “religion” for clarity. “Asserted to be alive” translates “ἔφασκεν ζῆν,” preserving the KJV’s focus on the resurrection, central to Paul’s defense (Acts 24:15, 21).

“These questions” refers to verse 19’s religious disputes, rendered “ζητήματα,” per the NA28. “Emperor” translates “Σεβαστοῦ,” referring to Caesar, echoing the KJV’s “Augustus.” “Appealed” renders “ἐπικαλεσαμένου,” consistent with verse 11. “Held in custody” aligns with Acts 24:23, 27, preserving the KJV’s legal context.

“Person” and “prominent people” translate “ἀνὴρ” and “ἄνδρες ἐπιφανεῖς,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Great pomp” renders “πολλῆς φαντασίας,” echoing the KJV’s ceremonial imagery. “Audience hall” translates “ἀκροατηρίῳ,” per the NA28, modernizing the KJV’s “place of hearing.” “Military tribunes” renders “χιλιάρχοις,” consistent with prior chapters. The scene sets up Paul’s defense in Acts 26.

“Person” and “Jewish community” translate “ἀνὴρ” and “πλῆθος τῶν Ἰουδαίων,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Ought not to live” renders “μὴ δεῖν ζῆν,” echoing Acts 22:22 and the KJV’s outcry. “Nothing deserving death” translates “μηδὲν ἄξιον θανάτου,” consistent with Acts 23:29, preserving the KJV’s legal finding. “Emperor” refers to Caesar, per verse 21.

“You all” translates “ὑμᾶς,” gender-neutral, addressing Agrippa and the assembly. “My lord” renders “κυρίῳ,” referring to Caesar, lowercase as a secular title, per the NA28. “Examined” translates “ἀνακρίσεως,” echoing the KJV’s “examination.” “Prisoner” renders “δέσμιον,” consistent with Acts 23:18. Festus’s dilemma preserves the KJV’s legal concern, setting up Acts 26.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἀπολογεῖσθαι” in verse 1, translated as “made his defense,” echoing the KJV’s “answered for himself.” “Jews” renders “Ἰουδαίων,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Customs and controversies” translates “ἔθη καὶ ζητήματα,” preserving the KJV’s reference to Jewish practices. “Stretched out his hand” renders “ἐκτείνας τὴν χεῖρα,” echoing the KJV’s rhetorical gesture, per Acts 21:40.

“Jews” and “they” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι” and “οἱ” gender-neutrally. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Strictest sect” renders “ἀκριβεστάτην αἵρεσιν,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “straitest sect.” “Pharisee” translates “Φαρισαῖος,” consistent with Acts 23:6. “Hope in the promise” renders “ἐλπίδι τῆς ἐπαγγελίας,” echoing the KJV’s messianic expectation, per Acts 24:15.

“Twelve tribes” and “Jews” translate “δωδεκάφυλον” and “Ἰουδαίων,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Earnestly serving” renders “ἐν ἔκτειν λαντρεῦον,” echoing the KJV’s devotion imagery. “God raises the dead” translates “ὁ Θεὸς νεκροὺς ἐγείρει,” preserving the KJV’s resurrection focus, central to Paul’s defense (cf. Acts 23:6, 24:15).

Capitalized “Jesus” follows instructions. “Saints” translates “ἁγίων,” gender-neutral for believers, per the NA28. “Chief priests” renders “ἀρχιερέων,” consistent with Acts 25:15. “Cast my vote” translates “ψῆφον,” echoing the KJV’s judicial imagery, per Acts 22:20. “Raging fury” renders “ἐμμαινόμενος,” preserving the KJV’s intense emotion. The account aligns with Acts 8:3, 9:1–2.

“Those” and “we” translate “τοὺς σὺν ἐμοί” and “ἡμῶν,” gender-neutral for Paul’s companions. Capitalized “Me” (Jesus) follows instructions. “Hebrew language” renders “Ἑβραΐδι διαλέκτῳ,” likely Aramaic, per Acts 21:40, 22:2. “Light from heaven” and “kick against the goads” translate “φῶς οὐρανόθεν” and “πρὸς κέντρα λακτίζειν,” echoing the KJV’s vivid imagery, per the NA28. This retells Acts 9:3–6, 22:6–8.

Capitalized “You,” “Lord,” “I,” and “Me” (Jesus) follow instructions. “People” and “Gentiles” translate “λαοῦ” and “ἐθνῶν,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Servant and witness” renders “ὑπηρέτην καὶ μάρτυρα,” echoing the KJV’s mission language (cf. Acts 9:15, 22:15). “Delivering you” translates “ἐξαιρούμενός σε,” preserving the KJV’s divine protection theme. The commission aligns with Acts 22:14–15.

“Their” and “those” translate “αὐτῶν” and “τοῖς,” gender-neutral, referring to Gentiles and believers. Capitalized “God” and “Me” (Jesus) follow instructions. “Turn from darkness to light” renders “ἐπιστρέψαι ἀπὸ σκότους εἰς φῶς,” echoing the KJV’s spiritual imagery, per the NA28. “Sanctified by faith in Me” translates “ἡγιασμένοις πίστει τῇ εἰς ἐμέ,” preserving the KJV’s theological emphasis.

“Those” and “Gentiles” translate “τοῖς” and “ἔθνεσιν,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Heavenly vision” renders “οὐρανίῳ ὀπτασίᾳ,” echoing the KJV’s supernatural encounter (cf. Acts 9:3–6). “Repent and turn to God” translates “μετανοεῖν καὶ ἐπιστρέφειν,” preserving the KJV’s call to conversion. “Deeds in keeping with repentance” reflects the KJV’s practical faith.

“Jews,” “people,” and “Gentiles” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι,” “λαῷ,” and “ἔθνεσιν,” gender-neutral. Capitalized “God,” “Christ,” and “He” follow instructions. “Prophets and Moses” renders “προφῆται καὶ Μωϋσῆς,” echoing the KJV’s scriptural authority. “First to rise from the dead” translates “πρῶτος ἐξ ἀναστάσεως νεκρῶν,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s resurrection focus (cf. Acts 24:15). “Seized in the temple” recalls Acts 21:27–30.

“Most excellent Festus” renders “κράτιστε Φῆστε,” echoing the KJV’s formal address (cf. Acts 24:2). “Out of your mind” translates “μαίνῃ,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s “mad.” “True and rational words” renders “ἀληθείας καὶ σωφροσύνης ῥήματα,” echoing the KJV’s defense of sanity. The exchange highlights the cultural clash over resurrection, per the NA28.

“These things” refers to Christ’s suffering and resurrection (verse 23), per the NA28. “Prophets” renders “προφῆτας,” echoing the KJV’s scriptural appeal. “Not done in a corner” translates “οὐ γὰρ ἐν γωνίᾳ πεπραγμένον τοῦτο,” preserving the KJV’s public nature of Christianity. Paul’s bold question to Agrippa maintains the KJV’s rhetorical intensity, per the NA28.

Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Christian” renders “Χριστιανόν,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s rare use of the term (cf. Acts 11:26). “In a short time” translates “ἐν ὀλίγῳ,” preserving the KJV’s ambiguous phrasing, possibly sarcastic or sincere. “Except for these chains” renders “ἐκτὸς τῶν δεσμῶν τούτων,” echoing the KJV’s poignant note, per the NA28.

“Those” and “person” translate “οἱ συγκαθήμενοι” and “ἄνθρωπος,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Nothing to deserve death” renders “οὐδὲν ἄξιον θανάτου,” echoing Acts 23:29, 25:25, preserving the KJV’s legal conclusion. “Appealed to Caesar” translates “ἐπικέκληται Καίσαρα,” per Acts 25:11, 21. The verdict aligns with the KJV’s narrative, setting up Acts 27.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἡμᾶς” (we) in verse 1, reflecting Luke’s first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally for Paul and companions. “Prisoners” renders “δεσμώτας,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Augustan Cohort” translates “σπείρης Σεβαστῆς,” echoing the KJV’s military detail. “Aristarchus” is identified as in Acts 20:4, preserving the KJV’s continuity. “Adramyttium” retains the geographical specificity, per the NA28.

“We” continues the first-person narrative, gender-neutral for “ἡμεῖς.” “Friends” renders “φίλους,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Treated kindly” translates “φιλανθρωπῶς,” echoing the KJV’s humane treatment. The itinerary (Sidon, Cyprus, Cilicia, Pamphylia, Myra) preserves the KJV’s nautical precision. “Under the lee” renders “ὑπεπλεύσαμεν,” reflecting the KJV’s maritime terminology, per the NA28.

“Us” and “we” translate “ἡμᾶς” and “ἡμεῖς,” gender-neutral, continuing Luke’s narrative. “Ship of Alexandria” renders “πλοῖον Ἀλεξανδρῖνον,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s detail. “Under the lee of Crete” translates “ὑπεπλεύσαμεν τὴν Κρήτην,” preserving the KJV’s nautical phrasing. “Fair Havens” and “Lasea” retain geographical specificity, per the NA28 and KJV.

“People” translates “ἄνδρες,” gender-neutral as a general address, per the NA28. “The Fast” renders “τὴν νηστείαν,” referring to the Day of Atonement, echoing the KJV’s Jewish calendar reference. “Injury and much loss” translates “ὕβριν καὶ πολλὴν ζημίαν,” preserving the KJV’s warning tone. “Pilot and owner” renders “κυβερνήτῃ καὶ ναυκλήρῳ,” echoing the KJV’s nautical roles, per the NA28.

“Majority” translates “οἱ πλείονες,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Phoenix” and “Crete” retain geographical details, echoing the KJV. “Southwest and northwest” renders “κατὰ λίβα καὶ κατὰ χῶρον,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s description of the harbor’s orientation. “Weighed anchor” translates “ἄραντες,” echoing the KJV’s nautical action. No divine pronouns appear in this section.

“We” translates “ἡμεῖς,” gender-neutral, continuing Luke’s narrative. “Northeaster” renders “Εὐρακύλων,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “Euroclydon.” “Cauda” (some manuscripts “Clauda”) retains the geographical detail, per the KJV. “Secure the ship’s boat” translates “περιελεῖν τὴν σκάφην,” preserving the KJV’s nautical effort. The storm’s intensity echoes the KJV’s dramatic tone.

“They” and “we” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἡμεῖς,” gender-neutral, referring to the crew and passengers. “Undergird the ship” renders “βοηθείαις ἐχρήσαντο,” echoing the KJV’s “frapped the ship.” “Syrtis” retains the geographical hazard, per the NA28. “Jettison the cargo” and “ship’s tackle” translate “ἐκβολὴν” and “τὴν σκευὴν,” preserving the KJV’s desperate measures, per the NA28.

“They” and “people” translate “αὐτῶν” and “ἄνδρες,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “No small tempest” renders “οὐκ ὀλίγης χειμῶνος,” echoing the KJV’s understated intensity. “All hope abandoned” translates “πᾶσα ἐλπὶς ἐξελῄπετο,” preserving the KJV’s despair. Paul’s “I told you so” recalls verse 10, maintaining the KJV’s narrative continuity.

“You” and “those” translate “ὑμᾶς” and “τοὺς πλέοντας,” gender-neutral. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Angel of the God” renders “ἄγγελος τοῦ Θεοῦ,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s divine messenger. “Stand before Caesar” aligns with Acts 25:12, preserving the KJV’s prophetic assurance. “Take heart” translates “εὐθυμεῖν,” echoing the KJV’s encouragement.

“People” translates “ἄνδρες,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Faith in God” renders “πιστεύω τῷ Θεῷ,” echoing the KJV’s trust in divine promise. “Run aground on some island” translates “εἰς νῆσον τινὰ ἐκπεσεῖν,” preserving the KJV’s foreshadowing, per the NA28, fulfilled in verse 44.

“We,” “sailors,” and “they” translate “ἡμεῖς” and “ναῦται,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Adriatic Sea” renders “Ἀδρίᾳ,” echoing the KJV’s geographical term. “Took soundings” translates “βολίσαντες,” preserving the KJV’s nautical detail. “Four anchors from the stern” renders “ἀγκύρας ἀπὸ πρύμνης,” echoing the KJV’s specific action. “Prayed” modernizes the KJV’s “wished,” per the NA28.

“Sailors,” “soldiers,” and “people” translate “ναῦται,” “στρατιῶται,” and “οὗτοι,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Ship’s boat” renders “σκάφην,” consistent with verse 16. “Unless these people stay” echoes Paul’s divine assurance (verses 23–24), per the KJV. “Cut away the ropes” translates “ἀπέκοψαν τὰ σχοινία,” preserving the KJV’s decisive action, per the NA28.

“Them” and “you” translate “αὐτοὺς” and “ὑμῶν,” gender-neutral. “Not a hair is to perish” renders “θρὶξ ἀπὸ τῆς κεφαλῆς οὐδενὸς ἀπολεῖται,” echoing the KJV’s proverbial assurance (cf. Luke 21:18). “Take some food” translates “προσλαβεῖν τροφῆς,” preserving the KJV’s practical urging. “Fourteenth day” aligns with verse 27, per the NA28.

“They” and “persons” translate “αὐτοί” and “ψυχαί,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Giving thanks to God” renders “εὐχαριστήσας τῷ Θεῷ,” echoing the KJV’s eucharistic imagery (cf. Acts 20:11). “276 persons” translates “διακόσιαι ἑβδομήκοντα ἕξ,” preserving the KJV’s precise count. “Encouraged” renders “εὔθυμοι,” echoing verse 22.

“They” translates “αὐτοί,” gender-neutral, referring to the crew and passengers. “Lightened the ship” renders “ἐκουφίζον τὸ πλοῖον,” echoing the KJV’s action (cf. verse 18). “Wheat” translates “σῖτον,” per the NA28, preserving the KJV’s cargo detail. “Run the ship ashore” renders “ἐξῶσαι τὸ πλοῖον,” echoing the KJV’s intent, per the NA28.

“They” translates “αὐτοί,” gender-neutral. “Cast off the anchors” and “loosening the ropes” render “περιελόντες τὰς ἀγκύρας” and “ἀνέντες τὰς ζευκτηρίας,” echoing the KJV’s nautical details, per the NA28. “Reef” translates “τόπον διθάλασσον,” a place between two seas, preserving the KJV’s description. “Broken up by the surf” renders “τῇ βίᾳ τοῦ κλύδωνος,” echoing the KJV’s vivid imagery.

“Soldiers,” “prisoners,” and “those” translate “στρατιῶται,” “δεσμώτας,” and “οἱ,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Wishing to save Paul” renders “βουλόμενος διασῶσαι τὸν Παῦλον,” echoing the KJV’s protective intent. “All were brought safely” translates “πάντας διασωθῆναι,” fulfilling Paul’s prophecy (verses 24–25), per the NA28. “Planks or pieces” preserves the KJV’s survival imagery.

The NA28 Greek text uses “ἡμεῖς” (we) in verse 1, continuing Luke’s first-person narrative, translated gender-neutrally. “Native people” renders “βάρβαροι,” per the NA28, echoing the KJV’s “barbarians” but modernized for clarity. “Malta” retains the geographical name, per the KJV. “Viper fastened on his hand” translates “ἔχидνα…προσήψατο τῆς χειρὸς αὐτοῦ,” preserving the KJV’s vivid imagery.

“Native people” and “they” translate “βάρβαροι” and “αὐτοί,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Person” renders “ἄνθρωπος,” gender-neutral for Paul. “Justice” translates “Δίκη,” personified as in the KJV, per the NA28. “Shook off the creature” renders “ἀπετινάξατο τὸ θηρίον,” echoing the KJV’s action. “Said that he was a god” translates “ἔλεγον αὐτὸν εἶναι θεόν,” preserving the KJV’s superstitious reaction.

“Us” and “people” translate “ἡμᾶς” and “οἱ,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Chief official” renders “πρώτῳ τῆς νήσου,” echoing the KJV’s “chief man.” “Fever and dysentery” translates “πυρετοῖς καὶ δυσεντερίῳ,” preserving the KJV’s medical detail. “Laying his hands” renders “ἐπιθείς τὰς χεῖρας,” echoing the KJV’s healing gesture (cf. Acts 19:6). “Cured” translates “ἐθεραπεύοντο,” per the NA28.

“They” and “we” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἡμεῖς,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Honored us greatly” renders “πολλαῖς τιμαῖς ἐτίμησαν,” echoing the KJV’s generosity. “Twin gods” translates “Διοσκόροις,” referring to Castor and Pollux, preserving the KJV’s pagan imagery. “Ship of Alexandria” aligns with Acts 27:6, per the NA28, maintaining the KJV’s nautical detail.

“We” translates “ἡμεῖς,” gender-neutral, continuing Luke’s narrative. “Brothers” renders “ἀδελφοὺς,” gender-neutral for believers, per the NA28. The itinerary (Syracuse, Rhegium, Puteoli, Rome) preserves the KJV’s geographical precision. “Made a circuit” translates “περιελθόντες,” echoing the KJV’s “fetched a compass.” “Came to Rome” fulfills Acts 19:21, 23:11, per the NA28 and KJV.

“Brothers” and “us” translate “ἀδελφοί” and “ἡμᾶς,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” follows instructions. “Forum of Appius” and “Three Taverns” retain the KJV’s geographical details. “Thanked God and took courage” renders “εὐχαριστήσας τῷ Θεῷ ἔλαβεν θάρσος,” echoing the KJV’s emotional response. “Stay by himself” translates “μένειν καθ’ ἑαυτόν,” per the NA28, reflecting the KJV’s leniency.

“Leaders of the Jews,” “brothers,” and “people” translate “πρώτους τῶν Ἰουδαίων,” “ἀδελφοί,” and “λαόν,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Customs of our fathers” renders “ἔθεσι τοῖς πατρῴοις,” echoing the KJV’s appeal to tradition (cf. Acts 24:14). “No reason for the death penalty” translates “μηδεμίαν αἰτίαν θανάτου,” echoing Acts 25:25, 26:31, per the KJV.

“Jews,” “you,” and “nation” translate “Ἰουδαῖοι,” “ὑμᾶς,” and “ἔθνος,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Appeal to Caesar” renders “ἐπικαλέσασθαι Καίσαρα,” echoing Acts 25:11, per the KJV. “Hope of Israel” translates “ἐλπίδος τοῦ Ἰσραήλ,” referring to messianic expectation (cf. Acts 24:15, 26:6–7), preserving the KJV’s theological focus. “This chain” echoes Acts 26:29.

“They” and “brothers” translate “αὐτοί” and “ἀδελφῶν,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. “Sect” renders “αἱρέσεως,” referring to Christianity, echoing Acts 24:5, 14, per the KJV. “Spoken against” translates “ἀντιλέγεται,” preserving the KJV’s depiction of opposition. The Jewish leaders’ neutrality contrasts with earlier accusations (Acts 24–25), per the NA28.

“They” and “some” translate “αὐτοί” and “οἱ μέν,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God” and “Jesus” follow instructions. “Kingdom of God” renders “βασιλείαν τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s central theme. “Law of Moses and the Prophets” translates “νόμου Μωϋσέως καὶ προφητῶν,” per Acts 26:22, preserving the KJV’s scriptural basis. “Convinced” and “disbelieved” reflect mixed responses, per the NA28.

“They” and “people” translate “αὐτοί” and “λαῷ,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “Holy Spirit” and “I” (God) follow instructions. The quotation from Isaiah 6:9–10 (LXX) is rendered “ἐλάλησεν διὰ Ἠσαΐου τοῦ προφήτου,” echoing the KJV’s prophetic citation. “Did not agree” translates “ἀσύμφωνοι,” preserving the KJV’s division. The passage explains Jewish unbelief, per the NA28.

“You,” “Gentiles,” and “all” translate “ὑμῖν,” “ἔθνεσιν,” and “πάντας,” gender-neutral, per the NA28. Capitalized “God,” “Lord Jesus Christ,” and “He” follow instructions. “Salvation of God” renders “σωτήριον τοῦ Θεοῦ,” echoing the KJV’s universal offer (cf. Acts 13:46). “Two whole years” translates “διετίαν ὅλην,” per the NA28, echoing Acts 24:27. “Without hindrance” renders “ἀκωλύτως,” preserving the KJV’s triumphant close.