(8:9–13) This paragraph transitions from Philip’s impact on the crowds and city to the conversion of a powerful, admired, local magician named Simon who, along with the Samaritan people, is amazed and baptized by Philip (8:10–13). 8:9 This verse introduces Simon as the local and admired magician who has been practicing powerful magic in Samaria when Philip arrives. 8:10 The word “great,” attributed to Simon in 8:9, becomes a proper divine name for him. 8:11 This verse