Acts 13:17

Updated: June 3, 2025
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The God of this people chose our fathers, and exalted the people when they stayed as aliens in the land of Egypt, and with an uplifted arm, he led them out of it.
World English Bible (WEB)
The God{G2316} of this{G5127} people{G2992} of Israel{G2474} chose{G1586}{(G5668)} our{G2257} fathers{G3962}, and{G2532} exalted{G5312}{(G5656)} the people{G2992} when{G1722} they dwelt as strangers{G3940} in{G1722} the land{G1093} of Egypt{G125}, and{G2532} with{G3326} an high{G5308} arm{G1023} brought he{G1806}{(G5627)} them{G846} out of{G1537} it{G846}.
KJV with Strongs
(17) The אֱלֹהִים Elohim-God of this people Israel (Prince with God) chose our fathers and exalted the people in there sojourning in the land of Egypt (Black; Oppressors) and with an exalted arm, He led them out from it.
The F.O.G
[17] The God of our people Israel demonstrated His faithfulness throughout history. He chose our ancestors and blessed them abundantly in Egypt, then displayed His mighty power by leading them out with signs and wonders.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
the God of this people Israel did choose our fathers, and the people He did exalt in their sojourning in the land of Egypt, and with an high arm did He bring them out of it;
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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