Acts 8:19 meaning and explanation
“Give me this power as well,” he said, “so that everyone on whom I lay my hands may receive the Holy Spirit.”
Acts 8:19, Berean Standard Bible
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Simon, a Samaritan sorcerer who had amazed the city and was baptized after hearing Philip, is speaking to Peter and John. He has just watched the apostles lay hands on new believers and seen the Holy Spirit given.
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