Acts 19:31
And certain of the chief of Asia, which were his friends, sent unto him, desiring him that he would not adventure himself into the theatre.
Cross-references
Acts 21:12
Parallel
Acts 21:12 shows believers urging Paul not to go to Jerusalem; here Asiarchs warn him about the theater—both friendly interventions.
Proverbs 16:7
Allusion
Proverbs 16:7 promises God makes enemies at peace with those who please Him; here Asiarchs befriend Paul, exemplifying that promise.
1 Corinthians 4:9
Allusion
1 Corinthians 4:9 describes apostles as a spectacle; here Paul literally faces a mob in the theater—metaphor becomes reality.
2 Timothy 1:15
Contrast
2 Timothy 1:15 reports all in Asia later deserted Paul; here Asian officials are friendly—a stark reversal.