The most recent comments on this web page remind me a bit of the riot that occurred in the Temple courtyards, reported in Acts 21.  Jews from Europe recognized Paul.  They never forgave him for talking to Pagan Gentiles, evangelizing some, leading them to God without forcing them to be circumcised, bringing them to visit Jerusalem, etc.  All unthinkable conduct for some trained as a Pharisee, zealous for the Law of Moses.  After all, was not the OT chock-full of warnings against fraternizing with Pagans?

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