Acts 16:20

(12) And brought them to the magistrates, saying, These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city,

(12) Covetousness pretends a desire for common peace and godliness.

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Paul and Silas imprisoned:
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²⁰ And brought them to the magistrates, saying, These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city,

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