The crowds were paying close attention to what Philip was saying—as they both heard and saw the signs that he was doing.
The hand of God was also on Judah to give them one heart to do what the king and the officials commanded by the word of Adonai.
The following Shabbat, almost the entire city came together to hear the word of the Lord.
Even Simon himself believed; and after being immersed, he continued with Philip. And when he saw signs and great miracles happening, he was continually amazed.
Philip went down to the main city of Samaria and proclaimed the Messiah to them.
For unclean spirits were coming out of many who were plagued, shrieking with a loud voice. Many paralyzed and crippled were healed also.