Acts 15:1
The Scripture
(1) And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The church in Jerusalem debates whether Gentile believers must follow Jewish law, especially circumcision and dietary rules. The council decides that faith alone is sufficient for salvation and that Gentiles need not be circumcised or keep the dietary laws. This decision affirms the unity of the early church and the spread of the gospel to Gentiles.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Acts 21:20Galatians 2:4Galatians 2:12Galatians 2:13Acts 15:5Romans 4:8Romans 4:9Romans 4:10Romans 4:11Romans 4:12Galatians 5:1Galatians 5:2
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