The way in which Acts 8:9–13 fits into the broader context
Acts 8:9–13 (ESV)
9But there was a man named Simon, who had previously practiced magic in the cityand amazed the people of Samaria, saying that he himself was somebody great.
This text forms part of the section in Acts from 8:4—12:25, which focuses on the beginning of the mission to the Gentiles.
9 But there was a man named Simon, who had previously practiced magic in the city and amazed the people of Samaria, saying that he himself was somebody great.