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Καὶ ὧδε ἔχει ἐξουσίαν παρὰ τῶν ἀρχιερέων δῆσαι πάντας τοὺς ἐπικαλουμένους τὸ ὄνομά σου. (Acts 9:14)

This verse appears in the climactic narrative of Saul’s conversion (Acts 9:1–19), one of the most theologically charged transformations in early Christian history. Spoken by Ananias, Acts 9:14 is part of his hesitant response to the Lord’s command to visit Saul—who until that moment was known as a fierce persecutor.

The verse functions as an accusation wrapped in concern: Saul possesses authority from the high priests to bind all who call upon the name of Jesus. It reflects the legal threat against the earliest believers, and foregrounds the tension between human authority and divine calling, setting the stage for Saul’s radical reorientation in verse 15.… Learn Koine Greek