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Early apostolic period

The Conversion of Paul

The risen Jesus appeared to Saul on the road to Damascus, transforming the persecutor into a witness and apostle.

Scripture foundation

Bible passages

These passages form the biblical foundation for this timeline event. Scripture remains the primary authority for understanding the event and its meaning.

3 passages

Primary Scripture

Acts 9:1–31

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Supporting Scripture 1

Acts 22:1–21

2

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Supporting Scripture 2

Acts 26:1–23

3

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Connected biblical knowledge

People, places, and themes

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People

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Places

Biblical locations associated with the event and its surrounding narrative.

Themes

Biblical themes that help explain the event’s place within the wider story of Scripture.

Timeline position

Event 44 of 49

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