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Crispus, the synagogue leader in Corinth, believed in Jesus and was baptized by Paul.
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Crispus was the ruler of the synagogue in Corinth during Paul's ministry there. According to Act.18.8, Crispus believed in the Lord, along with his entire household, after hearing Paul's preaching. This conversion was significant, as Crispus held a prominent position in the Jewish community.
Following his conversion, Crispus was baptized by Paul, as mentioned in 1Co.1.14. Paul specifically notes that he personally baptized Crispus, along with Gaius, emphasizing the importance of their conversions. The fact that Paul baptized Crispus himself underscores the significance of this synagogue leader coming to faith in Christ.
Crispus' conversion likely had a considerable impact on the Jewish community in Corinth and may have encouraged other Jews and Gentiles to consider Paul's message more closely. His story demonstrates the power of the gospel to transform lives, even among those in positions of religious authority.
Part of: Roman Officials
The Jews of Corinth brought Paul to Gallio, proconsul of Achaia, who dismissed the charge as a matter of Jewish law. The synagogue ruler Crispus had believed.
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Curled, the chief of the synagogue at Corinth (Acts 18:8). He was converted and, with his family, baptized by Paul (1 Cor. 1:14).
(curled), ruler of the Jewish synagogue at Corinth, (Acts 18:8) baptized with his family by St. Paul. (1 Corinthians 1:14) (A.D. 50.)
CRIS'PUS. Acts 18:8. An officer of the Jewish synagogue at Corinth. He and his family were converted under Paul's preaching, and he received the ordinance of baptism at the apostle's hands. 1 Cor 1:14.
CRIS'PUS. Acts 18:8. An officer of the Jewish synagogue at Corinth. He and his family were converted under Paul's preaching, and he received the ordinance of baptism at the apostle's hands. 1 Cor 1:14.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s G2921
Crispus, the synagogue leader, and his whole household believed in the Lord. And many of the Corinthians who heard the message believed and were baptized.
I thank God that I did not baptize any of you except Crispus and Gaius,
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