Acts 12:21

Updated: June 3, 2025
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On an appointed day, Herod dressed himself in royal clothing, sat on the throne, and gave a speech to them.
World English Bible (WEB)
And{G1161} upon a set{G5002} day{G2250} Herod{G2264}, arrayed{G1746}{(G5671)} in royal{G937} apparel{G2066}, sat{G2523}{(G5660)} upon{G1909} his throne{G968}, and{G2532} made an oration{G1215}{(G5707)} unto{G4314} them{G846}.
KJV with Strongs
(21) But on Herod's appointed day, having put on his royal garments, he took his seat upon the judgement seat to deliver a public address to them.
The F.O.G
[21] On the appointed day, Herod, wearing his royal robes, sat on his throne and delivered a public address to the people. The stage was set for human pride to reach its peak.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and on a set day, Herod having arrayed himself in kingly apparel, and having sat down upon the tribunal, was making an oration unto them,
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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