Acts 8:13
ContextNET © | Even Simon himself believed, and after he was baptized, he stayed close to 1 Philip constantly, and when he saw the signs and great miracles that were occurring, he was amazed. 2 |
NIV © | Simon himself believed and was baptised. And he followed Philip everywhere, astonished by the great signs and miracles he saw. |
NASB © | Even Simon himself believed; and after being baptized, he continued on with Philip, and as he observed signs and great miracles taking place, he was constantly amazed. |
NLT © | Then Simon himself believed and was baptized. He began following Philip wherever he went, and he was amazed by the great miracles and signs Philip performed. |
MSG © | Even Simon himself believed and was baptized. From that moment he was like Philip's shadow, so fascinated with all the God-signs and miracles that he wouldn't leave Philip's side. |
BBE © | And Simon himself had faith and, having had baptism, he went with Philip and, seeing the signs and the great wonders which he did, he was full of surprise. |
NRSV © | Even Simon himself believed. After being baptized, he stayed constantly with Philip and was amazed when he saw the signs and great miracles that took place. |
NKJV © | Then Simon himself also believed; and when he was baptized he continued with Philip, and was amazed, seeing the miracles and signs which were done. |
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NET © | Even Simon himself believed, and after he was baptized, he stayed close to 1 Philip constantly, and when he saw the signs and great miracles that were occurring, he was amazed. 2 |
NET © Notes |
1 tn Or “he kept close company with.” 2 sn He was amazed. Now Simon, the one who amazed others, is himself amazed, showing the superiority of Philip’s connection to God. Christ is better than anything the culture has to offer. |