Acts 5:29

Arabic Bible Morocco Version - 2012 (الترجمة المغربية القياسية)

وْهُوَ يْجَاوْبْهُمْ بُطْرُسْ وْالرُّسُلْ وْݣَالُو: «خَاصّْنَا نْطِيعُو اللَّهْ مَاشِي النَّاسْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that Peter and the other apostles told people they would follow God's commands instead of human rules if there was a conflict. It shows their commitment to God above all else.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game with your friends, but one friend makes a rule that isn't fair. Your mom tells you it’s not right to play by unfair rules. Just like following what's right according to your mom, Peter and the apostles said they would follow God’s rules instead of people's rules.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Acts, written by Luke around AD 80-90. It was addressed to early Christians facing pressure from authorities in Jerusalem who were trying to stop them from preaching about Jesus.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're at work and your boss asks you to do something unethical. This verse reminds us that our first loyalty is to God, so we should stand up for what's right even if it means disagreeing with authority figures.

Topics

obediencefaithfulnessauthorityconsciencespiritual courageChristian living

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this verse mean Christians should never follow the law?

No, it means that when there's a conflict between God’s commands and human laws, believers should choose to obey God. This doesn't mean ignoring all laws.

Is it ever okay to obey human authorities over God?

The verse implies that following God’s commandments takes precedence. However, Christians should strive to be good citizens unless there is a direct conflict with their faith.

Can this verse apply in non-religious contexts?

While it specifically addresses religious obedience, the principle of prioritizing higher ethical standards over lower ones can apply broadly, such as choosing integrity over convenience.

Compare Acts 5:29 across all translations →