Bible Verses About Simon: 8. A sorcerer, converted by Philip; rebuked by Peter

And a certain man, by name Simon, was before in the city using magic, and amazing the nation of Samaria, saying himself to be a certain great one,

to whom they were all giving heed, from small unto great, saying, `This one is the great power of God;'

and they were giving heed to him, because of his having for a long time amazed them with deeds of magic.

And when they believed Philip, proclaiming good news, the things concerning the reign of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized both men and women;

and Simon also himself did believe, and, having been baptized, he was continuing with Philip, beholding also signs and mighty acts being done, he was amazed.

And Simon, having beheld that through the laying on of the hands of the apostles, the Holy Spirit is given, brought before them money,

saying, `Give also to me this authority, that on whomsoever I may lay the hands, he may receive the Holy Spirit.'

And Peter said unto him, `Thy silver with thee--may it be to destruction! because the gift of God thou didst think to possess through money;

thou hast neither part nor lot in this thing, for thy heart is not right before God;

reform, therefore, from this thy wickedness, and beseech God, if then the purpose of thy heart may be forgiven thee,

for in the gall of bitterness, and bond of unrighteousness, I perceive thee being.'

And Simon answering, said, `Beseech ye for me unto the Lord, that nothing may come upon me of the things ye have spoken.'