Acts 28:5

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

However, Paul shook the creature off into the fire and took no harm.

Cross References

Mark 16:18

They shall take up serpents in their hands; and, if they drink any poison, it shall not hurt them; they will place their hands on sick people and they shall recover."

Luke 10:19

Remember, I have given you the power to 'trample upon serpents and scorpions,' and to meet all the strength of the Enemy. Nothing shall ever harm you in any way.

Acts 28:6

The natives were expecting inflammation to set in, or that he would suddenly fall dead; but, after waiting for a long time, and seeing that there was nothing amiss with him, they changed their minds and said that he was a God.

Romans 16:20

And God, the giver of peace, will before long crush Satan under your feet. May the blessing of Jesus, our Lord, be with you.