Acts 21:12
And when we heard these things, both we, and they of that place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem.
Cross-reference
Acts 21:4
Parallel
In Acts 21:4, disciples already urged Paul not to go to Jerusalem — this repeats the same pleading, showing persistent opposition.
Acts 20:22
Historical context
In Acts 20:22, Paul says he is compelled by the Spirit to go — this explains why he ignores the pleas in the main verse.
Acts 19:31
Historical context
In Acts 19:31, friends begged Paul not to enter the theater — a prior instance of well-meaning pleas that Paul likely ignored.
Matthew 16:21–23
Parallel
In Matthew 16:21-23, Peter rebukes Jesus for predicting his death — parallels the disciples pleading with Paul not to go to Jerusalem.
John 11:8
Parallel
In John 11:8, disciples warn Jesus about returning to Judea where people tried to stone him — mirrors the warning Paul receives.