Acts 16:21
And teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans.
Cross-references
Acts 16:12
Historical context
Acts 16:12 establishes Philippi as a Roman colony — the basis for the accusers' appeal that these customs are unlawful for Romans.
Acts 17:7
Parallel
Acts 17:7 repeats a similar accusation in Thessalonica — acting contrary to Caesar's decrees — showing a pattern of opposition.
Acts 26:3
Contrast
Acts 26:3 highlights Agrippa's expertise in Jewish customs — the same customs deemed unlawful here by Roman accusers.
Esther 3:8
Parallel
Esther 3:8 has Haman accuse Jews of different laws not keeping king's laws — a direct parallel to the accusation here.
Luke 23:2
Parallel
Luke 23:2 records false accusations against Jesus before Pilate — echoed here as Paul is similarly charged with violating Roman customs.