59 For location see ; ; ; .
60 Grk “greatly upset within him,” but the words “within him” were not included in the translation because they are redundant in English. See L&N 88.189. The term could also be rendered “infuriated.” His spirit was greatly upset. See Rom 1:18–32 for Paul’s feelings about idolatry. Yet he addressed both Jews and Gentiles with tact and reserve.
61 Or “when he saw.” The participle θεωροῦντος (theōrountos) has been translated as a causal adverbial participle; it could also be translated as temporal.

In other versions

Now while Paul was waiting for them at Athens, his spirit was provoked within him as he saw that the city was full of idols.

While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols.

While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was deeply distressed when he saw that the city was full of idols.

While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was deeply troubled by all the idols he saw everywhere in the city.

Now while Paul was waiting for them in Athens, his spirit was provoked within him when he observed the city was full of idols.

Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry.

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