Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, New Living Translation Then Barnabas went on to Tarsus to look for Saul. English Standard Version So Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, Berean Standard Bible Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, Berean Literal Bible And he went forth to Tarsus to seek Saul, King James Bible Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: New King James Version Then Barnabas departed for Tarsus to seek Saul. New American Standard Bible And he left for Tarsus to look for Saul; NASB 1995 And he left for Tarsus to look for Saul; NASB 1977 And he left for Tarsus to look for Saul; Legacy Standard Bible And he left for Tarsus to search for Saul; Amplified Bible And Barnabas left for Tarsus to search for Saul; Christian Standard Bible Then he went to Tarsus to search for Saul, Holman Christian Standard Bible Then he went to Tarsus to search for Saul, American Standard Version And he went forth to Tarsus to seek for Saul; Contemporary English Version Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul. English Revised Version And he went forth to Tarsus to seek for Saul: GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Barnabas left Antioch to go to the city of Tarsus to look for Saul. Good News Translation Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul. International Standard Version Then Barnabas left for Tarsus to look for Saul. Majority Standard Bible Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, NET Bible Then Barnabas departed for Tarsus to look for Saul, New Heart English Bible Barnabas went out to Tarsus to look for Saul. Webster's Bible Translation Then Barnabas departed to Tarsus, to seek Saul: Weymouth New Testament Then Barnabas paid a visit to Tarsus to try to find Saul. World English Bible Barnabas went out to Tarsus to look for Saul. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Barnabas went forth to Tarsus, to seek for Saul, Berean Literal Bible And he went forth to Tarsus to seek Saul, Young's Literal Translation And Barnabas went forth to Tarsus, to seek for Saul, Smith's Literal Translation And Barnabas came forth to Tarsus, to seek Saul. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Barnabas went to Tarsus to seek Saul: whom, when he had found, he brought to Antioch. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Barnabas set out for Tarsus, so that he might seek Saul. And when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. New American Bible Then he went to Tarsus to look for Saul, New Revised Standard Version Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Bar’na-bas departed to Tar’sus, to seek for Saul. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he was going to Tarsus to seek Shaul; NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd Barnabas went to Tarsus, to seek for Saul; Godbey New Testament And he went away to Tarsus, to hunt up Saul: and having found him, led him to Antioch. Haweis New Testament Then went forth Barnabas to Tarsus, in search of Saul: Mace New Testament at length Barnabas departed to Tarsus in quest of Saul, and having found him, he conducted him to Antioch: Weymouth New Testament Then Barnabas paid a visit to Tarsus to try to find Saul. Worrell New Testament And he departed to Tarsus to seek for Saul; Worsley New Testament Then Barnabas departed to Tarsus, to seek Saul: and when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Church at Antioch…24Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord. 25Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, 26and when he found him, he brought him back to Antioch. So for a full year they met together with the church and taught large numbers of people. The disciples were first called Christians at Antioch.… Cross References Acts 9:27 Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus. Acts 13:2-3 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. Acts 15:2 And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. Acts 15:39-40 Their disagreement was so sharp that they parted company. Barnabas took Mark and sailed for Cyprus, / but Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. Galatians 2:1 Fourteen years later I went up again to Jerusalem, accompanied by Barnabas. I took Titus along also. Galatians 1:18-19 Only after three years did I go up to Jerusalem to confer with Cephas, and I stayed with him fifteen days. / But I saw none of the other apostles except James, the Lord’s brother. Acts 22:21 Then He said to me, ‘Go! I will send you far away to the Gentiles.’” Acts 26:17 I will rescue you from your own people and from the Gentiles. I am sending you to them 2 Timothy 4:11 Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, because he is useful to me in the ministry. Colossians 4:10 My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you greetings, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas. You have already received instructions about him: If he comes to you, welcome him. 1 Corinthians 9:6 Or are Barnabas and I the only apostles who must work for a living? Acts 4:36-37 Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), / sold a field he owned, brought the money, and laid it at the apostles’ feet. Acts 14:26-27 From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed. / When they arrived, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through them, and how He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles. Acts 15:12 The whole assembly fell silent as they listened to Barnabas and Paul describing the signs and wonders God had done among the Gentiles through them. Acts 18:22-23 When Paul had landed at Caesarea, he went up and greeted the church at Jerusalem. Then he went down to Antioch. / After Paul had spent some time in Antioch, he traveled from place to place throughout the region of Galatia and Phrygia, strengthening all the disciples. Treasury of Scripture Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: to Tarsus. Acts 9:11,27,30 Acts 21:39 Jump to Previous Barnabas Departed Find Forth Paid Saul Seek Tarsus Try VisitJump to Next Barnabas Departed Find Forth Paid Saul Seek Tarsus Try VisitActs 11 1. Peter, being accused for preaching to the Gentiles,5. makes his defense; 18. which is accepted. 19. The gospel being spread in Phoenicia, and Cyprus, and Antioch, 22. Barnabas is sent to confirm them. 26. The disciples are first called Christians at Antioch. 27. They send relief to the brothers in Judea in time of famine. Then Barnabas The name "Barnabas" means "son of encouragement" in Aramaic, and he is a pivotal figure in the early church. His role as an encourager and mediator is evident throughout the Acts of the Apostles. Barnabas was a Levite from Cyprus, and his generous spirit is first noted in Acts 4:36-37, where he sold a field and laid the money at the apostles' feet. His actions consistently demonstrate a heart for unity and growth within the church, making him a key figure in the spread of the Gospel. went to Tarsus to look for Saul Persons / Places / Events 1. BarnabasKnown as the "Son of Encouragement," Barnabas was a key figure in the early church, recognized for his generosity and support of new believers. He played a crucial role in the acceptance of Saul (Paul) by the apostles in Jerusalem. 2. Saul (Paul) Originally a persecutor of Christians, Saul experienced a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus. He later became known as Paul, one of the most influential apostles and a prolific writer of the New Testament. 3. Tarsus A city in Cilicia, Tarsus was the birthplace of Saul. It was a significant cultural and educational center in the Roman Empire, which may have influenced Saul's background and education. 4. Antioch Although not mentioned directly in this verse, Antioch is the context for Barnabas's mission. It was a major center for early Christianity and the place where believers were first called "Christians." 5. The Early Church This event is part of the broader account of the early church's expansion and the inclusion of Gentiles into the faith, marking a pivotal moment in Christian history. Teaching Points The Importance of EncouragementBarnabas's actions remind us of the power of encouragement and support in the growth of others. We should seek to be encouragers in our communities, helping others to find their place and purpose in God's work. Recognizing Potential Barnabas saw potential in Saul that others might have overlooked due to his past. We should strive to see beyond people's pasts and recognize the potential God has placed in them. Obedience to God's Leading Barnabas's decision to seek Saul was likely prompted by the Holy Spirit. We should be attentive to God's leading in our lives, even when it requires stepping out of our comfort zones. The Role of Community in Ministry The early church's growth was a collective effort. We should value and invest in our church communities, understanding that ministry is not a solo endeavor. God's Sovereign Plan This verse is a reminder of God's sovereignty in orchestrating events and relationships for His purposes. Trusting in God's plan can bring peace and assurance in our own lives.(25) Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus.--The act is every way significant. It indicates the assurance that Saul would approve of the work which had been going on at Antioch, and the confident belief that he was the right person to direct and organise it. It probably implies also some intercourse with the Apostle, by letter or message, since his departure from Jerusalem. In the absence of any direct record, we can only infer that Saul had remained at Tarsus, carrying on his occupation as a tent-maker (Acts 18:3), and preaching the gospel there and in the neighbouring cities of Cilicia (see Note on Acts 15:41) "to the Jew first and also to the Gentile." It is clear that he must have heard of the grace of God that had been manifested at Antioch with great joy, and accepted the invitation to join in the work there with a ready gladness.Verse 25. - And he went forth for then departed Barnabas, A.V. and T.R.; to seek for, for for to seek, A.V. Observe the remarkable providence which had made use of the violence of the Hellenist Jews at Jerusalem to drive Saul to Tarsus, where he would be close at hand to take up the work so unexpectedly prepared for him at Antioch. "It was in the spring of the year A.D. , or just ten years after the Crucifixion, that Barnabas proceeded to Tarsus, found Saul, and brought him to Antioch" (Lewin, 1:96). From Seleucia to the port of Tarsus would be about a twelve hours' sail; or, by land, a journey of about eighty miles would bring him to Tarsus from Antioch. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Thenδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Barnabas] went Ἐξῆλθεν (Exēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1831: To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue. to εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. Tarsus Ταρσὸν (Tarson) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5019: Tarsus, the capital of the Roman province Cilicia. Perhaps the same as tarsos; Tarsus, a place in Asia Minor. to look for ἀναζητῆσαι (anazētēsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 327: To seek out, search for (implying the difficulty of the task). From ana and zeteo; to search out. Saul, Σαῦλον (Saulon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 4569: Saul, the apostle. Of Hebrew origin, the same as Saoul; Saulus, the Jewish name of Paul. Links Acts 11:25 NIVActs 11:25 NLT Acts 11:25 ESV Acts 11:25 NASB Acts 11:25 KJV Acts 11:25 BibleApps.com Acts 11:25 Biblia Paralela Acts 11:25 Chinese Bible Acts 11:25 French Bible Acts 11:25 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 11:25 Barnabas went out to Tarsus to look (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |