Bible Study Project Observation FINAL(1)
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BIBL 104
Name: Rachael Frazier BIBL 104_C01
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Passage: Acts 19:11-22
A. I have read Acts 19:11-22 in both a formal translation (NASB, NRSV, ESV or CSB) and a functional translation (NIV, NLT, or NCV). Highlight the correct answer. Please use the translation provided in your digital library or found at Biblegateway.com
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Yes
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No
B.
Having read the passage in both formal and functional translation, list at least 2 similarities and 3 differences between the way both translations cover this story. These similarities and differences should be related to the text itself rather than the translation. For example, an observation like, “The formal translation is harder to read” is not an acceptable observation because it deals with the translation itself rather than the text. You may list as many similarities and differences that you find providing that you meet the minimum amount for each one.
1.
Similarity – Both NLT and CSB translations state how Paul sent his two assistants Timothy and Erastus ahead to Macedonia while he stayed behind in Asia.
2.
Similarity – Both translations say if a cloth touches Paul’s skin, the sick would be healed of their diseases and evil spirits would be cast out.
3.
Difference – The NLT refers to a group of Jews was traveling from town to town casting out evil spirits while the CSB refers to them as some of the itinerant Jewish exorcists also attempted to pronounce the name of the Lord Jesus over those who had evil spirits. 4.
Difference - The NLT states “ I know Jesus, I know Paul, but who are you?” while the CSB translation states “I know Jesus, I recognize Paul, but who are you?”
5.
Difference - The NLT states that many who became believers confessed their sinful
practices, while the CSB translation states And many who had become believers came confessing and disclosing their practices.
C. Identify the basic elements of the story you are studying.
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1. Main characters: (List them) The Apostle Paul and the seven sons of Sceva. 2. Plot: (50-100 words) In Ephesus, the apostle Paul works amazing wonders. Things he touched had the power to drive out bad spirits and heal the sick. While trying to replicate this and
using Jesus' name, some exorcists succumb to an evil spirit that recognizes Jesus authority. They scatter respect for Jesus across Ephesus as they go wounded. The exorcism's failure and Paul's miracles emphasize Jesus hegemony and increase Paul's sway over the area.
3. Story structure: (50-100 words)
Note: Plot and Story Structure are not the same thing (see the tutorial and student example)
Introduction:
Paul’s ministry is introduced and highlights the incredible miracles, and he can even cure
with just a cloth touching his naked flesh.
Inciting Incident and Rising Action:
The seven Sons of Sceva, who are trying to replicate Paul's miracles, come into focus.
Climax: The people are terrified and the name of the Lord is exalted as the conflict approaches its climax. Many Christians give up on occult pursuits and openly confess their faults.
Falling Action:
When Paul makes the decision to go from Ephesus to Jerusalem and then Rome. He makes arrangements for his ministry and upcoming travels. Resolution: He remained in the region of Asia for a little while longer, sending his two aides, Timothy and Erastus, ahead to Macedonia.
D. List basic observations about this passage using the “Key Question” for observation. Remember to consult and review chapters 17 and 37 in Everyday Bible Study
. This will help you be more detailed in your answers to “who,” “what,” “where,” “when,” “why,” and “how.” Please be detailed and specific.
1. Who:
Luke- Author of Acts Paul- Apostle; healer in Acts. Also main character Seven sons of Sceva- Main Character to; Jewish Chief Priests Evil Spirit- Antagonist Timothy and Erastus- Paul’s assistants in the end of the story Jesus Christ- mentioned by the evil spirit for being an ultimate healer next to Paul. God- stated in the opening line as the source of Paul's capacity for assistance to others. The protagonist and ultimate healer, who goes unmentioned as the reason behind the book's writing.
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What: God is using Paul to perform miracles, and the Jewish priests are attempting to emulate him. The seven sons of Sceva, who were some of the Jewish priests at the time and a well-known exorcist in the tale, are attacked by the demonic spirits because they know they are weaker than Jesus or Paul. Upon learning that the priests returned from their encounters with demonic spirits nude and injured, many opt to give up on magic and scrolls out of fear for God. Though Paul knows he must go back to Rome, he stays in an Asian province for a little while longer and sends Timothy and Erastus to be his aide
3. Where:
Assuming that references to Greeks and Jews, Greece, Jerusalem, Macedonia, and Achaia are made, the account was written in Rome, the region of Ephesus, and Paul spends some time in the Asia province. 4. When:
(During Paul's third missionary tour). The culmination occurs while Paul is working miracles and the Greek people are divided over religion.
5. Why: Why do Greeks and Jews start to fear God? When the Jews and Greeks discover the might of the demonic spirits and the extent of God's power granted to Paul, they begin to dread God.
Why is healing from demonic spirits occurring at this time for people? Just like Jesus Christ cured the sick and blind, people are being healed now as a result of the miracles that Paul is performing through God. Here the illness is under the influence of these demonic forces, so to speak.
Why does the evil spirit overwhelm the Seven Sons of Sceva? When the wicked spirits learn the Seven Sons of Sceva haven't been given the privilege of being strong and great by God,
they overwhelm them. When the spirit overwhelms the priests, it first asks them where Paul and Jesus are. 6. How: In what ways did Paul assist others? Paul served others because God had given him the capacity to do so. God acknowledged Paul as an apostle and was certain that he would not exploit his position of authority for personal gain. In this instance, the priests attempted to gain acceptance as healers even though God had not bestowed upon them that capacity.
Following the defeat of the Seven Sons of Sceva, how did the Greeks and Jews feel? Instead of being deterred by God, the people started to dread him because, like the demonic
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spirits, they had witnessed the marvels that Jesus and Paul had done. They were aware of God's power and witnessed the priest's attempt to use it.
How did Erastus and Timothy go to Macedonia? Paul finally decides he wants to live in Jerusalem and visit Rome after learning of the priests and people's decision to restore their relationship with God and discard the scrolls and sorcery. He dispatches his assistants, Timothy and Erastus, and stays in Asia Province for a bit longer as they tour Macedonia.
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