19 Wherefore I think it shall not be difficult for them that turn to God from among the Gentiles,

20 And to write to them, that they should abstain from things defiled by idols, from fornication, from what is strangled, and from blood, and that they should not do to others what they would not do unto themselves.

21 For the law of Moses from the ancient generations in all the cities has those who preach it, and is read in the synagogues every Sabbath.

22 Then the apostles, and the elders, with all the church, decided, having chosen men from among themselves, to send them to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas, namely, Judas, who was called Barsabbas, and Silas, the men who were rulers among the brethren,

23 And having written and delivered to them the following: "Apostles, and elders, and brethren, to the brethren of the Gentiles who are in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia, to rejoice.

24 For we have heard that some who have gone out from us have troubled you with their words, and have shaken your souls, saying that it is proper to be circumcised, and to keep the law, which we have not entrusted to them,

25 And we were gathered together, and with one accord decided, having chosen men, to send them unto you, with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,

26 men who gave up their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

27 So we have sent Judas and Silas, who will explain the same thing to you verbally.

28 For it pleased the Holy Spirit and us not to lay any greater burden upon you than these things that are necessary:

29 Abstain from things sacrificed to idols, and from blood, and from what is strangled, and from fornication, and not to do to others what you do not want to do to yourself. By observing this, you will do well. Be healthy.

30 So those who were sent came to Antioch, and having gathered the people, they delivered the letter.

31 And when they had read it, they rejoiced in this instruction.

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