Acts 2:5
“Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men, from every nation under the sky.”
What does Acts 2:5 mean?
On the day of Pentecost, Jerusalem was packed with Jewish pilgrims from across the Roman Empire who had traveled to celebrate the festival. These weren't casual tourists, but devout believers committed to their faith, which is why they made the difficult journey in the first place. Luke mentions their diversity to set up the miracle that's about to happen, where each person will hear the gospel in their own native language, making the good news truly accessible to everyone present. It's a beautiful reminder that God's message has always been meant to cross barriers and reach people wherever they are.