And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.

ACTS 2:1KJV
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Acts 2:1 (KJV)

What does Acts 2:1 mean?

Acts 2:1 describes how, on the day of Pentecost, all the followers of Jesus were gathered together in complete unity in a single place. This sets the stage for a significant event that is about to happen to the group.

The book of Acts is written by Luke and tells what happened after Jesus’ resurrection. Here, the disciples and other believers are waiting in Jerusalem as Jesus had instructed them. The phrase “with one accord” highlights their shared purpose and harmony, and “in one place” shows they were physically together, ready for what was to come.

The Greek behind Acts 2:1

  • πεντηκοστή (pentēkostē): This word means “fiftieth,” referring to the Jewish festival held fifty days after Passover. It was a major feast when many Jews would be in Jerusalem, which explains why the disciples were gathered there.
  • ὁμοθυμαδόν (homothymadon): Translated as “with one accord,” this word carries the sense of being united in mind and purpose. It emphasizes the deep agreement and togetherness among the group, not just physical presence but shared intent.

Why Acts 2:1 matters

  • Acts 2:1 clarifies that the coming events happened during a major Jewish festival, which helps explain why there were so many people from different regions in Jerusalem.
  • The verse stresses the unity of Jesus’ followers, which is a key theme in Acts and sets an example for the early Christian community.
  • Understanding the timing and setting helps make sense of the dramatic events that follow, especially the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church.

Where else these words appear

“Pentecost” Greek G4005 · used in 3 verses

  • Acts 20:16 For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.
  • 1 Corinthians 16:8 But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.

“come” Greek G4845 · used in 3 verses

  • Luke 8:23 But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled with water, and were in jeopardy.
  • Luke 9:51 And it came to pass, when the time was come that he should be received up, he stedfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem,

“accord” Greek G3661 · used in 12 verses

  • Acts 1:14 These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.
  • Acts 5:12 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people;(and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch.
  • Acts 15:25 It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,

“all” Greek G537 · used in 43 verses

  • Matthew 6:32 (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.
  • Luke 7:16 And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people.
  • Acts 2:44 And all that believed were together, and had all things common;