Thematic Bible: Jupiter


Thematic Bible



And they began to call Barnabas "Zeus," and Paul, since he was the principal speaker, "Hermes"; Verse ConceptsPagan GodsFalse GodsBarnabasMythologyAcclaimingSpokesmen

At length the recorder got them quiet. "Men of Ephesus," he said, "who here does not know that the city of the Ephesians is temple-guardian of the great Diana and of the image which fell down from Jupiter? Verse ConceptsFalling From Heaven

And they began to call Barnabas "Zeus," and Paul, since he was the principal speaker, "Hermes"; and the priest of Zeus, whose temple was at the entrance to the city, brought oxen and garlands to the gates, and along with the crowds was about to offer sacrifices.