Stephen
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Stephen, as the able leader of Greek believers in Jerusalem and the first martyr, played a significant role in the early evolution of the Christian faith. 128:3.6 194:4.11-12
Jesus' 4-hour discussion with Stephen was a pivotal factor in the rapid spread of Christianity. 128:3.5 132:0.5-9
Stephen emulated Jesus' spirit by declaring, “lay not this sin to their charge,” in the face of death, embodying the triumph of love over hate and truth over evil. 188:5.6
Stephen's martyrdom led to Paul's conversion and subsequent founding of the Christian religion. 128:3.6
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Bible parallels
Passages that the paragraphs cited above parallel, quote or reinterpret, from Duane Faw’s Paramony cross-references. Hover a reference to read it.
- Stoning of Stephen 128:3.6 — Acts 6:8-7:60.
- Saul of Tarsus 128:3.6 — Acts 7:58.
- Father forgive them 188:5.6 — Lk 23:34.
- Lay not this sin to their charge 188:5.6 — Acts 7:60.
Where it appears
Stephen is linked in 3 paragraphs of the text.