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Simon

Simon was a sorcerer in Samaria who believed and was baptized but later tried to buy the power of the Holy Spirit from the apostles.

The name Simon means “that hears; that obeys”

MaleNew Testament eraNew Testament1 book9 verses

Summary

A man living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Acts 8:9; only referred to as Simon (Σίμων).

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Mentions

Includes 5 verses that refer to Simon without naming them, as “he”, “she”, or the subject of a verb.

  1. Acts 8:9
    Prior to that time, a man named Simon had practiced sorcery in the city and astounded the people of Samaria. He claimed to be someone great,
  2. Acts 8:13
    Even Simon himself believed and was baptized. He followed Philip closely and was astounded by the great signs and miracles he observed.
  3. Acts 8:18
    When Simon saw that the Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money.
  4. Acts 8:19Referred to, not named
    “Give me this power as well,” he said, “so that everyone on whom I lay my hands may receive the Holy Spirit.”
  5. Acts 8:20Referred to, not named
    But Peter replied, “May your silver perish with you, because you thought you could buy the gift of God with money!
  6. Acts 8:21Referred to, not named
    You have no part or share in our ministry, because your heart is not right before God.
  7. Acts 8:22Referred to, not named
    Repent, therefore, of your wickedness, and pray to the Lord. Perhaps He will forgive you for the intent of your heart.
  8. Acts 8:23Referred to, not named
    For I see that you are poisoned by bitterness and captive to iniquity.”
  9. Acts 8:24
    Then Simon answered, “Pray to the Lord for me, so that nothing you have said may happen to me.”