Waɗansu mutane kima suka zama mabiyan Bulus suka kuwa gaskata. A cikinsu kuwa akwai Diyonasiyus ɗan Majalisar Areyofagus, haka kuma wata mace mai suna Damaris, da waɗansu dai haka.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that some people stayed with Paul after his speech and believed in Jesus. Among them were Dionysius the Areopagite, a woman named Damaris, and others who joined them.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're at school and your teacher talks about something really interesting. Some kids decide to stay behind because they want to learn more. That's what happened here; some people decided to follow Paul and believe in Jesus.
Historical Background
Acts was written by Luke, a companion of the Apostle Paul, around 80-90 AD. It describes Paul's missionary journeys and his preaching to both Jews and Gentiles. This passage is set during Paul’s speech at the Areopagus in Athens, where he preached about Jesus.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can think about how people often need time and a supportive community to come to faith. If you know someone who's curious about Christianity, be there to answer questions and share your beliefs with them.