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Book of Acts - Chapter 21 - Verse 30

21:30
And all the city was moved, and the people ran together: and they took Paul, and drew him out of the temple: and forthwith the doors were shut.

Meaning

When Paul entered the temple in Jerusalem, his presence caused a great disturbance among the people. The city was in an uproar, and everyone came running together to see what was happening. The crowd was so agitated that they took hold of Paul and removed him from the temple. As soon as Paul was removed, the doors were quickly shut. This verse highlights the intense emotions and reactions that Paul's presence provoked among the people. The sudden commotion and the swift action of the crowd show the powerful response that Paul's preaching and teachings evoked in the city. It also serves as a demonstration of the conflicts and opposition that Paul faced in his mission to spread the message of Christianity. The verse captures the chaotic and dramatic scene that unfolded in the temple, emphasizing the significance and impact of Paul's actions on the people around him.

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