Acts 23:5

Acts 23:5 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

5Paul replied, “Brothers, I did not realize that he was the high priest; for it is written: ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people.’23:5 Exodus 22:28

Read Acts 23 in NIV · About the NIV

New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

5And Paul said, “I was not aware, brothers, that he is high priest; for it is written: ‘You shall not speak evil of a ruler of your people.’ ”

Read Acts 23 in NASB2020 · About the NASB2020

New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

5And Paul said, “I was not aware, brethren, that he was high priest; for it is written, ‘You shall not speak evil of a ruler of your people.’ ”

Read Acts 23 in NASB1995 · About the NASB1995

Amplified Bible (AMP)

5Paul said, “I was not aware, brothers, that he was 23:5 Under Roman domination, high priests did not serve for life but were replaced from time to time. Paul had not been updated on the current status of the office.high priest; for it is written, ‘You shall not speak evil of a ruler of your people.’ ” [Ex 22:28]

Read Acts 23 in AMP · About the AMP

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

5“Brothers,” Paul replied, “I was not aware that he was the high priest, for it is written: ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people.’23:5 Exodus 22:28 (see also LXX)

Read Acts 23 in BSB · About the BSB

New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

5Paul replied, “Brothers, I didn’t realize he was the high priest. It is written, ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people.’ ” (Exodus 22:28)

Read Acts 23 in NIrV · About the NIrV