Question

Who opposed Paul’s ministry in Ephesus? Select all that apply.

slaves
sailors
seamstresses
silversmiths
soldiers
Jewish people

Answer 1

In Ephesus, Paul's ministry faced opposition primarily from **silversmiths** and **Jewish people**. The silversmiths opposed him because his teachings threatened their business of making silver shrines for the goddess Artemis, which was central to the local economy and culture. Additionally, some Jewish leaders were also opposed to Paul's message about Jesus, as it challenged their religious beliefs.

The other groups listed (slaves, sailors, seamstresses, soldiers) are not specifically recorded in opposition to Paul in the biblical accounts regarding Ephesus. Therefore, the correct answers are:

- Silversmiths
- Jewish people