Acts 17:16

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While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was deeply disturbed in his spirit to see that the city was full of idols.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was provoked within him as he saw the city full of idols.
World English Bible (WEB)
Now{G1161} while Paul{G3972} waited for{G1551}{(G5740)} them{G846} at{G1722} Athens{G116}, his{G846} spirit{G4151} was stirred{G3947}{(G5712)} in{G1722} him{G846}, when he saw{G2334}{(G5723)} the city{G4172} wholly given{G5607}{(G5752)} to idolatry{G2712}.
Strong's King James
(16) Now Paul was waiting for them in Athens and his ruach-spirit was urging him on within, as he saw the city being full of idols.
The F.O.G
[16] While waiting in Athens, Paul's spirit was deeply troubled by the city's rampant idolatry. Magnificent temples and countless statues revealed a culture desperate for spiritual connection.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and Paul waiting for them in Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, beholding the city wholly given to idolatry,
Young's Literal Translation

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