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Acts 27:3 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Acts 27:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 27 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the next day we touched at Sidon. And Julius courteously entreated Paul, and gave him liberty to go unto his friends to refresh himself .”
Acts 27:3 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 27:3
The next day we touched at Sidon. And Julius courteously entreated Paul, and gave him liberty to go unto his friends to refresh himself. The centurion's kindness (philanthrōpōs, φιλανθρώπως, "humanely, courteously") shows Paul's earned respect despite prisoner status. Epetrepsen (ἐπέτρεψεν, "gave liberty") means officially permitted—risky generosity trusting Paul's honor. To go unto his friends (τοὺς φίλους) indicates established Christian community in Sidon, 70 miles north of Caesarea. To refresh himself (epimeleias tychein, ἐπιμελείας τυχεῖν, "to receive care") suggests practical provisions—...
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Cross-References for Acts 27:3
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“and should have some privileges”
“the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard”
“desiring to save Paul”
“Heth”
“and”
“they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners to a centurion named Julius”
“also”
“You shall rejoice no more, you oppressed virgin daughter of Sidon. Arise, pass over to Kittim. Even there you will have no rest.”