And some of them were persuaded; and a great multitude of the devout Greeks, and not a few of the leading women, joined Paul and Silas.

1. Some Jews were converted to Christ.

2. There were also many (a great multitude) Greeks who were converted.

3. Many of the leading women - We are now in Greek territory. Women were equal with men and held many prominent positions in local government.

4. Luke, being Greek, makes special note of the prominent women who were converted. (See 5:15; 8:12; 13:50; 16:30; and 17:12.)

5. When they were converted they became followers of Paul and Silas.

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