Acts 12:1

First Nations Version

During those days, Looks Brave (Herod) used his power as chief to bring harm to the sacred family.

Cross References

Matthew 24:9

“Because you represent me, you will be looked down on by all the nations. They will hunt you down and kill you, all because you follow me.

John 15:20

Remember, I told you a servant is not greater than the one he serves. If I was hunted down, it will be the same for you. If they walk in my message, they will walk in yours.

Luke 22:53

“Did I not sit with you every day in the sacred lodge? Why did you not take me then? This is your time, and you have given the powers of darkness their day.”

John 16:2

The tribal leaders will force you out of their gathering houses. The time will come when they will put you to death, thinking they are doing what the Great Spirit wants,

Acts 4:30

by performing many powerful signs as we represent your Holy Servant, Creator Sets Free (Jesus).”

Acts 9:31

Finally, the sacred family in the territory of the Land of Promise (Judea), Circle of Nations (Galilee), and High Place (Samaria) were at peace and growing strong. As they walked in a sacred manner with great respect for Creator, the Holy Spirit comforted them and made their numbers grow.

Matthew 14:1

Looks Brave (Herod), who ruled the territory of Circle of Nations (Galilee), began to hear reports about Creator Sets Free (Jesus).

Matthew 14:3

Looks Brave (Herod) had arrested Gift of Goodwill (John) and put him in chains because he had been speaking against him for breaking tribal law by living with Daring Woman (Herodias), the wife of Friend of Horses (Philip), who is the brother of Looks Brave (Herod).

Matthew 14:6

When the birthday of Looks Brave (Herod) came, the daughter of Daring Woman (Herodias) danced before all the guests. Looks Brave (Herod) was so pleased

Acts 11:30

Son of Comfort (Barnabas) and Man Who Questions (Saul) hand-carried the gifts to the elders.

Acts 12:2

He had He Takes Over (James) the brother of He Shows Goodwill (John) killed with the long knife.