Acts 19:30

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

And when Paul decided to go before the crowd [to talk with them], the disciples would not allow him.

Cross References

Acts 19:31

Some of his friends, who were officers in the province of Asia, sent word urging him not to take a chance by entering the amphitheater.

Acts 19:9

But some became stubborn and refused to obey [the message], saying false things about “the Way” [Note: This was a term used to designate the early church] in front of the large crowds. So, Paul left [the synagogue] and took the disciples and began holding discussions every day at Tyrannus’ school [house].

Acts 21:39

Paul answered, “[No], I am a Jew from Tarsus, in Cilicia, a citizen of an important city, and I beg you to allow me to speak to these people.”