Acts 21:7

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وتابعنا السفر بحرا من صور إلى بتولمايس، فسلمنا على الإخوة هناك وقضينا معهم يوما واحدا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us about a journey where people traveled from Tyre to Ptolemais. They visited and greeted their fellow believers in Ptolemais and stayed there for one day. It's part of a larger story about Paul’s travels.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're on a long trip with your family, stopping at different places to visit friends along the way. This verse is like saying 'We finished our trip from Tyre and went to Ptolemais where we met some nice people who believe in Jesus just like us, and stayed there for one day.'

Historical Background

Acts was written by Luke, a companion of Paul, around 60-80 AD. It's part of the New Testament and documents early Christian missionary journeys. Ptolemais was an important city on the coast of Palestine where many Jews lived.

Living It Out Today

Think about when you travel with your family to visit relatives or friends who share your values and beliefs. This verse reminds us that even in our travels, we can find community and support among believers.

Topics

• travel
• community
• hospitality
• believers
• missionary journeys
• support

Related Verses

• Acts 20:37-38
• Romans 16:1-4
• Colossians 4:9-10
• Hebrews 13:1-3
• 1 Peter 2:11-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of Ptolemais in this verse?

Ptolemais was an important coastal city where early Christians would meet and support each other during missionary travels.

How does Acts 21:7 show hospitality among believers?

It shows that the travelers stayed for a day, indicating they were received with warmth and care from fellow believers in Ptolemais.

What can we learn about community building from this verse?

This verse teaches us about welcoming and supporting other believers as an essential part of our faith journey.

Why is the greeting of fellow Christians important in Acts 21:7?

The act of greeting shows a close-knit community that values relationships, which is key to sustaining Christian communities during travels and missionary work.