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ESV Global Study Bible :: new testament facts :: Acts Fact #13: Why did they try to worship Paul and Barnabas?

ESV Global Study Bible :: Acts Fact #13: Why did they try to worship Paul and Barnabas?

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Fact: Why did they try to worship Paul and Barnabas?

When Paul performed a miracle in Lystra, the people treated him and Barnabas as gods (14:8-18). They did this because of a local myth about the gods Hermes and Zeus visiting their region in human form, seeking hospitality. Only one couple gave them shelter, and as a result they were spared when the gods drowned everyone else as punishment.

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