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Acts 27:39

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Acts 27:39

Verse 39 of 44

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And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship.

Acts 27:39 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Acts 27:39

Theological / Devotional

Knew not the land. Only upon reaching shore did they learn the identity of the island (ch. 28:1). Malta (Melita) was, of course, well enough known. But St. Paul’s Bay, probably the site of the landing, was remote from the usual port of call, and thus not well known. Creek. Gr. kolpos, “gulf,” “bay,” literally, “bosom.” The English word “gulf” is derived from kolpos through the French and Italian. Here was a break in the rocky shore they so greatly feared, and an opportunity to beach the ship with comparative safety. See illustration facing p. 448. Were minded. Literally, “purposed,” or “planned.” To thrust in. That is, to drive the ship in.

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