Acts 20:15

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

ثُمَّ أَبحَرْنا مِنها في اليَومِ الثَّاني حتَّى شارَفْنا خِيوس. وحاذَيْنا صامُس في اليَومِ الثَّالِث، وأَتَينا ميليطِش في اليَومِ الرَّابِع،

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes Paul and his companions traveling by ship from one place to another. They passed Chios, stopped at Samos, stayed briefly in Trogyllium, and finally arrived at Miletus over the course of three days.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're on a boat trip with your friends. You start your journey and sail past an island called Chios. The next day, you stop at another place named Samos to rest for a while in a spot called Trogyllium. Then, the very next day, you reach your destination, Miletus.

Historical Background

This passage is from the Acts of the Apostles written by Luke around 80 AD. It describes Paul's journey back to Jerusalem and provides geographical details that give us a sense of his travels and the regions he visited.

Living It Out Today

Think about planning a trip with your friends or family. Just like Paul and his companions, sometimes we have stops along the way where we rest or refuel before reaching our final destination. These stops can be important for our journey's success.

Topics

• travel
• journey
• geography
• Paul's missionary journeys
• rest and refueling

Related Verses

• Numbers 9:18-23
• Joshua 6:1-5
• Acts 16:6-10
• John 14:2-3
• Revelation 21:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Paul stop at Trogyllium?

Paul likely stopped at Trogyllium for rest or because it was a strategic point along his journey. This shows the importance of taking breaks during long travels.

What can we learn from the stops in Acts 20:15?

We can understand that even on journeys, taking time to rest and regroup is important for reaching our goals successfully.

How does this passage fit into Luke's account of Paul's travels?

This verse provides specific details about the route Paul took during his final journey to Jerusalem, adding a realistic geographical context to his missionary work.

What is the significance of mentioning each stop in Acts 20:15?

Mentioning each location highlights the meticulous nature of Luke's record and helps us understand the logistical aspects of ancient travel.