G4609–Σίλας–Silas

Thereupon it was decided by the Apostles and Elders, with the approval of the whole Church, to choose suitable persons from among themselves and send them to Antioch, with Paul and Barnabas. Judas, called Bar-sabbas, and Silas, leading men among the bret

Σιλᾶν, Silan “Silas,”

We have therefore sent Judas and Silas, who are themselves bringing you the same message by word of mouth.

Σιλᾶν, Silan “Silas,”

And Judas and Silas, being themselves also Prophets, gave them a long and encouraging talk, and strengthened them in the faith.

Σιλᾶς, Silas “Silas,”

Σίλᾳ Sila “to Silas”

But Paul chose Silas as his travelling companion; and set out, after being commended by the brethren to the grace of the Lord;

Σιλᾶν Silan “Silas”

But when her owners saw that their hopes of gain were gone, they seized Paul and Silas and dragged them off to the magistrates in the public square.

Σιλᾶν Silan “Silas”

About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them,

Σιλᾶς Silas “Silas”

Then, calling for lights, he sprang in and fell trembling at the feet of Paul and Silas;

Σιλᾷ, Sila “Silas,”

Some of the people were won over, and attached themselves to Paul and Silas, including many God-fearing Greeks and not a few gentlewomen of high rank.

Σιλᾷ, Sila “to Silas,”

The brethren at once sent Paul and Silas away by night to Beroea, and they, on their arrival, went to the synagogue of the Jews.

Σιλᾶν Silan “Silas”

Then the brethren promptly sent Paul down to the sea-coast, but Silas and Timothy remained behind.

Σιλᾶς Silas “Silas”

Those who were caring for Paul's safety went with him as far as Athens, and then left him, taking a message from him to Silas and Timothy, asking them to join him as speedily as possible.

Σιλᾶν Silan “Silas”

Now at the time when Silas and Timothy came down from Macedonia, Paul was preaching fervently and was solemnly telling the Jews that Jesus is the Christ.

Σιλᾶς Silas “Silas”