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1 Now at this time, as the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint developed on the part of the Hellenistic Jews against the native Hebrews, because their widows were being overlooked in the daily serving of food.

Passage themes

The growing church — the number of the disciples was multiplied
Murmuring among brothers — there arose a murmuring
The Greek-speaking believers — of the Grecians
Born a Hebrew — against the Hebrews
Caring for widows — their widows were neglected

Notes and references

Lit in these days
Jews who adopted the Gr language and much of Gr culture through acculturation

Events in this chapter

6 — Choix des sept diacres

About this book

Author: Luc · Written: ~ 65 et 80 ap. J.-C. · Reading time: ≈ 2h40 · Characters: Etienne, Barnabas, Philippe, Pierre, Paul, Corneille, Prisca (Priscille) et Aquilas, Lydie, Silas (Sylvain), Timothée, Jean Marc

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