²³ So they proposed two: Joseph, called Barsabbas, who was also known as Justus, and Matthias.^(A)

² After Paul and Barnabas had engaged them in serious argument and debate, Paul and Barnabas and some others were appointed to go up to the apostles and elders in Jerusalem about this issue.^(A)

¹² Through Silvanus,^[a](A) a faithful brother (as I consider him), I have written to you briefly in order to encourage you and to testify that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it!