Bible Study Project Observation NPV 11062023

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BIBL 104 Name: Nathanael Victor-Smith B IBLE S TUDY P ROJECT : O BSERVATION 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 o Yes o 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 – According to both readings, Jewish priests are in charge of attempting to drive out "evil spirits." Both accounts acknowledge that a work designed for Paul was held accountable to the Jews, and that this led to a disastrous outcome. 2. Similarity – Both translations refer to the Lord as God and acknowledge that Paul worked miracles with the assistance of God. 3. Difference – Significant word differences between the NIV and ESV. Acts 19:13 states, " Some of the Jews who went around driving evil spirits tried to invoke the name of Lord Jesus over those who were demon-possessed." and “Then, some of the itinerant Jewish exorcists undertook to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus whom Paul proclaims.” (ESV). The NIV claims that only Jews were performing exorcisms, whereas the ESV adds that Jesus declared only Paul to be a miracle worker. This further clarifies how the demonic spirits are able to subjugate the Jewish high priests. 4. Difference - Acts 19:16 (NIV) “naked and bleeding” versus (ESV) “naked and wounded.” The translation from the ESV never describes the wounds as internal or exterior, or as bloody. This could lead some people to believe that the harm caused by bad spirits was greater or less. Page 1 of 4

BIBL 104 5. Difference - Acts 19:19 (NIV) “practiced sorcery” versus (ESV) “practiced magic arts.” By implication, sorcery is perceived as more sinister and malevolent than magic arts. By denotation, magic arts refer to the performing of tricks or illusions, whereas sorcery refers to dark magic. C. Identify the basic elements of the story you are studying. 1. Main characters: (List them) Paul, Jewish chief priests (Seven sons of Sceva), Timothy, Erastus 2. Plot: (50-100 words) Paul performs miracles for God by curing illnesses and diseases (as well as delivering people from demonic spirits). Some Jews made the decision to assist Paul in what they believed to be a divine ceremony. One day, as the Seven Sons of Sceva were performing an exorcism on an unnamed person, the ghost responded. The demonic spirit claimed he was aware of Paul's name and the deeds of Jesus, but he had no idea who these individuals were. The man with the demonic spirit leaped at them, overwhelming everyone. Knowing this, the Greeks and Jews abandoned their magic and scrolls out of dread for the Lord and God. Paul made the decision to travel to Jerusalem, but first he stays in the province of Asia for a while, sending his assistants Timothy and Erastus. 3. Story structure: (50-100 words) Note: Plot and Story Structure are not the same thing (see the tutorial and student example) Introduction- Through the power of God, Paul works miracles, and Jewish priests exorcise demonic spirits. Inciting Incident- Through an unidentified person who was "possessed" by this wicked spirit, the seven sons of Sceva are able to communicate with one spirit in particular. Rising Action- The spirit responds to the Jewish priests by claiming they do not look familiar and that they do not see Paul or Jesus. Climax- The spirit leaps on the priests and overwhelms them because of the terrible energy within him. They walk away hurt. Falling action- Greeks and Jews are paralyzed with terror. Many confess and destroy their magic and scrolls, valued at 50,000 drachmas. Page 2 of 4

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