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Acts 27:4 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Acts 27:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 27 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus, because the winds were contrary.”
Acts 27:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 27:4
When we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus, because the winds were contrary. The phrase hypepelausamen (ὑπεπλεύσαμεν, "sailed under") means navigating Cyprus's leeward (east/south) side for protection from prevailing westerly winds. The winds were contrary (tous anemous enanious, τοὺς ἀνέμους ἐναντίους)—literally "opposing winds"—forced the longer, sheltered route rather than direct westward course. Ancient ships with square-rigged sails couldn't sail into wind, requiring favorable conditions or coastal tacking.This detail introduces the chapter's dominant theme: creation's force...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 27:4
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“who by the apostles was surnamed Barnabas (which is”
“bringing one Mnason of Cyprus”
“for the wind was contrary to them”
“leaving it on the left hand”
“Cyprus”
“distressed by the waves”
“and had come with difficulty opposite Cnidus”
“being sent out by the Holy Spirit”
“and sailed away to Cyprus”