In Acts 7:56 why does Stephen see Jesus "standing"?
WEBStephen was the first to bear witness that he had seen Jesus in heaven and standing at the right hand of God, as prophesied at Ps 110:1. In this Psalm we read the the LORD’S invitation to the Davidic king to sit down at his right hand reflects the king’s position as the LORD'S vice-regent.
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WEBNov 1, 2021 · As an angry mob of important men prepared to kill Stephen, he had a unique vision of Jesus in heaven. Remarkably, he saw Jesus standing. Why?
Acts 7:55 - The Stoning of Stephen - Bible Hub
WEBAnd he said: Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. English Revised Version. But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, GOD'S WORD® Translation.
Acts 7:55 NIV - But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, - Bible Gateway
WEB55 But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. Read full chapter.
Acts 7:55-60 KJV - But he, being full of the Holy Ghost ...
WEBActs 7:55-60. King James Version. 55 But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, 56 And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God.
Acts 7:56 "Look," he said, "I see heaven open and the Son of Man ...
WEBNew International Version. “Look,” he said, “I see heaven open and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God.”. New Living Translation. And he told them, “Look, I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing in the place of honor at God’s right hand!”. English Standard Version.
What does Acts 7:55 mean? - BibleRef.com
WEBJesus said He will sit at God's right hand, but Stephen sees Him standing. To stand in someone's presence is to offer one's services. It seems Jesus is letting Stephen know that He is there for him.
Why did Jesus Christ stand in Acts 7:55-56? - For What Saith the ...
WEBSep 22, 2014 · In Acts chapter 7, the Prophet Stephen, filled with the Holy Ghost, stands before Israel’s Sanhedrin, her ruling religious body, in Jerusalem. Having a glowing face reminiscent of Moses’ (Acts 6:15; cf. Exodus 34:29-30), Stephen details Israel’s long history of unbelief toward JEHOVAH, right up to her rejection and crucifixion of her ...
What does Acts 7:56 mean? - BibleRef.com
WEBIt appears that the fact He is standing is a special case for Stephen's situation. It may be that Jesus is acting as Stephen's witness or advocate, or that He is prepared to serve Stephen in whatever way he needs.
Acts 7:55–56 NIV - But Stephen, full of the Holy… | Biblia
WEB55 But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed steadily into heaven and saw the glory of God, and he saw Jesus standing in the place of honor at God’s right hand. 56 And he told them, “Look, I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing in the place of honor at God’s right hand!”