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NASB | Acts 22:28 The commander answered, "I acquired this citizenship with a large sum of money." And Paul said, "But I was actually born a citizen." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 22:28 The commander replied, "I purchased this citizenship [of mine] for a large sum of money [so how did you acquire yours?]." Paul said, "But I was actually born a citizen." |
Bible Question: Paul says he is a Roman citizen, but in Romans he states he's never been to Rome. How can he be a citizen then? |
Bible Answer: Hi, LIVERIGHT! As EdB, kalos, and biblerey pointed out, Paul had a right to Roman citizenship. But at this particular time he used it as a tool (to gain entrance or security). Paul had a new citizenship which he pursuit wholeheartedly. Merry Christmas! |