Galatians 2:12
Galatians · New Testament · Chapter 2
“For before that certain came from James, he did eat with the Gentiles: but when they were come, he withdrew and separated himself, fearing them which were of the circumcision.”Galatians 2:12
What Does Galatians 2:12 Mean?
Galatians 2:12 is found in the book of Galatians, chapter 2, verse 12 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to Galatians 2:12 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Acts 10:28“And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.”Luke 15:2“And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.”Romans 14:2“For one believeth that he may eat all things: another, who is weak, eateth herbs.”Colossians 2:16“Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath days:”James 1:1“James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting.”Ecclesiastes 10:1“Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour.”Acts 11:2“And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him,”Ephesians 3:6“That the Gentiles should be fellowheirs, and of the same body, and partakers of his promise in Christ by the gospel:”Acts 11:3“Saying, Thou wentest in to men uncircumcised, and didst eat with them.”Acts 12:17“But he, beckoning unto them with the hand to hold their peace, declared unto them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. And he said, Go shew these things unto James, and to the brethren. And he departed, and went into another place.”1 Samuel 21:2“And David said unto Ahimelech the priest, The king hath commanded me a business, and hath said unto me, Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee, and what I have commanded thee: and I have appointed my servants to such and such a place.”Proverbs 29:25“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.”Isaiah 57:11“And of whom hast thou been afraid or feared, that thou hast lied, and hast not remembered me, nor laid it to thy heart? have not I held my peace even of old, and thou fearest me not?”Matthew 26:69“Now Peter sat without in the palace: and a damsel came unto him, saying, Thou also wast with Jesus of Galilee.”Luke 5:38“But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.”Acts 10:15“And the voice spake unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common.”Acts 15:13“And after they had held their peace, James answered, saying, Men and brethren, hearken unto me:”1 Corinthians 9:21“To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law.”Galatians 2:9“And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go unto the heathen, and they unto the circumcision.”Galatians 2:18“For if I build again the things which I destroyed, I make myself a transgressor.”
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