Category:Achaia (subject)

Achaia (see Places)

Overview

Achaia is a region in Greece, Patras being the capital.

Achaia, sources

Acts of Apostles

Acts.18.12 But when Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews made a united attack on Paul and brought him before the tribunal,

Acts.18.27 And when he wished to cross to Achaia, the brothers encouraged him and wrote to the disciples to welcome him. When he arrived, he greatly helped those who through grace had believed,

Acts.19.21 Now after these events Paul resolved in the Spirit to pass through Macedonia and Achaia and go to Jerusalem, saying, “After I have been there, I must also see Rome.”

Romans

Rom.15.26 For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make some contribution for the poor among the saints at Jerusalem.

1 Corinthians

1Cor.16.15 Now I urge you, brothers—you know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints—

2 Corinthians

2Cor.1.1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God that is at Corinth, with all the saints who are in the whole of Achaia:

2Cor.9.2 for I know your readiness, of which I boast about you to the people of Macedonia, saying that Achaia has been ready since last year. And your zeal has stirred up most of them.

2Cor.11.10 As the truth of Christ is in me, this boasting of mine will not be silenced in the regions of Achaia.

1 Thessalonians

1Thess.1.7 so that you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia and in Achaia.

1Thess.1.8 For not only has the word of the Lord sounded forth from you in Macedonia and Achaia, but your faith in God has gone forth everywhere, so that we need not say anything.

External links

• Wikipedia