When was the day of Pentecost?
The Holy Spirit is poured out on the disciples and the church is born.
Day of Pentecost took place c. AD 30 at Jerusalem, during the Early Church period of Bible history. The account is recorded in Acts 2:1 (KJV). The Holy Spirit is poured out on the disciples and the church is born.
"And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place." — Acts 2:1 (KJV)
Fifty days after Passover, the disciples were gathered in one place. The Spirit came as a rushing wind and tongues of fire. Peter preached Christ crucified and risen, and three thousand souls were added to the church that day.
c. AD 30
Key KJV Scriptures
Why It Matters
Pentecost is the birthday of the New Testament church — the promised Spirit empowering the gospel to go to every nation.
Key People
Frequently Asked Questions
How long after Easter is Pentecost?
Fifty days — the word 'Pentecost' itself means 'fiftieth'.
When did day of pentecost happen?
Day of Pentecost is dated c. AD 30, placing it in the Early Church era of biblical history. See Acts 2:1 (KJV).
Where did day of pentecost take place?
Scripture places day of pentecost at Jerusalem.
Who was involved in day of pentecost?
The key figures are Peter, The Twelve, The Holy Spirit.
Where is day of pentecost in the Bible?
You can read about it in Acts 2:1, Acts 2:41 (King James Version).
Why does day of pentecost matter?
Pentecost is the birthday of the New Testament church — the promised Spirit empowering the gospel to go to every nation.
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