Acts 15:33
The Scripture
(33) And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles.
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 16:36Genesis 26:29Exodus 4:18I Corinthians 16:11Hebrews 11:31II John 1:10