Acts 15:40
The Scripture
(40) And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.
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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Acts 15:22Acts 15:32Acts 16:1Acts 16:2Acts 16:3Acts 13:3Acts 14:26Acts 20:32I Corinthians 15:10II Corinthians 13:14II Timothy 4:22Titus 3:15
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