Acts 21:2
New International Version
We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went on board and set sail.

New Living Translation
There we boarded a ship sailing for Phoenicia.

English Standard Version
And having found a ship crossing to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.

Berean Standard Bible
Finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we boarded it and set sail.

Berean Literal Bible
And having found a boat passing over into Phoenicia, having gone on board, we set sail.

King James Bible
And finding a ship sailing over unto Phenicia, we went aboard, and set forth.

New King James Version
And finding a ship sailing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.

New American Standard Bible
and having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.

NASB 1995
and having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.

NASB 1977
and having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.

Legacy Standard Bible
and having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.

Amplified Bible
and after finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went on board and set sail.

Christian Standard Bible
Finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we boarded and set sail.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we boarded and set sail.

American Standard Version
and having found a ship crossing over unto Phoenicia, we went aboard, and set sail.

Contemporary English Version
We found a ship going to Phoenicia, so we got on board and sailed off.

English Revised Version
and having found a ship crossing over unto Phoenicia, we went aboard, and set sail.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
In Patara, we found a ship that was going to Phoenicia, so we went aboard and sailed away.

Good News Translation
There we found a ship that was going to Phoenicia, so we went aboard and sailed away.

International Standard Version
There we found a ship going across to Phoenicia, so we went aboard and sailed on.

Majority Standard Bible
Finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we boarded it and set sail.

NET Bible
We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went aboard, and put out to sea.

New Heart English Bible
Having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard, and set sail.

Webster's Bible Translation
And finding a ship sailing over to Phenicia, we went aboard, and set forth.

Weymouth New Testament
Finding a ship bound for Phoenicia, we went on board and put to sea.

World English Bible
Having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having found a ship passing over to Phoenicia, having gone on board, we sailed,

Berean Literal Bible
And having found a boat passing over into Phoenicia, having gone on board, we set sail.

Young's Literal Translation
and having found a ship passing over to Phenicia, having gone on board, we sailed,

Smith's Literal Translation
And having found a ship passing over to Phenicia, having embarked, we were conducted forth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when we had found a ship sailing over to Phenice, we went aboard, and set forth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when we had found a ship sailing across to Phoenicia, climbing aboard, we set sail.

New American Bible
Finding a ship crossing to Phoenicia, we went on board and put out to sea.

New Revised Standard Version
When we found a ship bound for Phoenicia, we went on board and set sail.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And we found there a ship sailing to Pheni’cia, and we went on board, and set forth.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And we found a ship there going to Phoenicia and we boarded it and sailed.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And finding a ship that was going to Phenicia, we embarked, and put to sea.

Godbey New Testament
And finding a ship sailing into Phoenicia, having embarked, we moved out.

Haweis New Testament
And finding a ship passing over to Phenice, we went on board and set sail:

Mace New Testament
where finding a vessel bound to Phoenicia, we went aboard, and put off.

Weymouth New Testament
Finding a ship bound for Phoenicia, we went on board and put to sea.

Worrell New Testament
and, having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, going aboard, we set sail.

Worsley New Testament
And finding a ship there, which was passing over to Phenicia, we went aboard it, and set sail.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Journey to Jerusalem
1After we had torn ourselves away from them, we sailed directly to Cos, and the next day on to Rhodes, and from there to Patara. 2 Finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we boarded it and set sail. 3After sighting Cyprus and passing south of it, we sailed on to Syria and landed at Tyre, where the ship was to unload its cargo.…

Cross References
Acts 27:1-2
When it was decided that we would sail for Italy, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius, who belonged to the Imperial Regiment. / We boarded an Adramyttian ship about to sail for ports along the coast of Asia, and we put out to sea. Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica, was with us.

Acts 20:6
And after the Feast of Unleavened Bread, we sailed from Philippi, and five days later we rejoined them in Troas, where we stayed seven days.

Acts 16:11
We sailed from Troas straight to Samothrace, and the following day on to Neapolis.

Acts 18:18-19
Paul remained in Corinth for quite some time before saying goodbye to the brothers. He had his head shaved in Cenchrea to keep a vow he had made, and then he sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila. / When they reached Ephesus, Paul left Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue there and reasoned with the Jews.

Acts 27:6
There the centurion found an Alexandrian ship sailing for Italy and put us on board.

Acts 28:11
After three months we set sail in an Alexandrian ship that had wintered in the island. It had the Twin Brothers as a figurehead.

Acts 13:4
So Barnabas and Saul, sent forth by the Holy Spirit, went down to Seleucia and sailed from there to Cyprus.

Acts 14:26
From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed.

Acts 15:39
Their disagreement was so sharp that they parted company. Barnabas took Mark and sailed for Cyprus,

Acts 19:21
After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.”

Acts 27:4
After putting out from there, we sailed to the lee of Cyprus because the winds were against us.

Acts 27:7
After sailing slowly for many days, we arrived off Cnidus. When the wind impeded us, we sailed to the lee of Crete, opposite Salmone.

Acts 27:13
When a gentle south wind began to blow, they thought they had their opportunity. So they weighed anchor and sailed along, hugging the coast of Crete.

Acts 27:21
After the men had gone a long time without food, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have followed my advice not to sail from Crete. Then you would have averted this disaster and loss.

Acts 27:24
and said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And look, God has granted you the lives of all who sail with you.’


Treasury of Scripture

And finding a ship sailing over to Phenicia, we went aboard, and set forth.

finding.

Acts 27:6
And there the centurion found a ship of Alexandria sailing into Italy; and he put us therein.

Jonah 1:3
But Jonah rose up to flee unto Tarshish from the presence of the LORD, and went down to Joppa; and he found a ship going to Tarshish: so he paid the fare thereof, and went down into it, to go with them unto Tarshish from the presence of the LORD.

Phenicia.

Acts 15:3
And being brought on their way by the church, they passed through Phenice and Samaria, declaring the conversion of the Gentiles: and they caused great joy unto all the brethren.

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Acts 21
1. Paul calls at the house of Philip, whose daughters prophesy.
10. Agabus, foretelling what should befall him at Jerusalem,
13. he will not be dissuaded from going thither.
17. He comes to Jerusalem;
27. where he is apprehended, and in great danger, but by the chief captain is rescued;
37. and requests, and is permitted to speak to the people.














Finding a ship
In the ancient world, travel by sea was a common mode of transportation, especially for long distances. The Greek word used here, "εὑρόντες" (heurontes), implies a deliberate search or discovery. This suggests that Paul and his companions were actively seeking a vessel to continue their journey, demonstrating their commitment to spreading the Gospel. The act of finding a ship also reflects the providence of God in guiding their mission, as each step of their journey was orchestrated to fulfill His divine plan.

crossing over
The phrase "διαπερῶν" (diaperōn) indicates a passage or transit from one place to another. In this context, it refers to the journey across the Mediterranean Sea. This crossing is symbolic of the missionary work of Paul, who was constantly moving from one region to another to preach the Gospel. It also reflects the broader theme of the Book of Acts, which is the spread of Christianity from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth.

to Phoenicia
Phoenicia was a coastal region in the eastern Mediterranean, known for its maritime trade and skilled sailors. The mention of Phoenicia highlights the strategic nature of Paul's travels, as this region was a hub of cultural and commercial exchange. By traveling to Phoenicia, Paul was positioning himself to reach a diverse audience, furthering the spread of Christianity. Historically, Phoenicia was home to cities like Tyre and Sidon, which played significant roles in biblical history.

we went aboard
The phrase "ἐπιβάντες" (epibantes) means to embark or board a ship. This action signifies a commitment to the journey ahead, despite the uncertainties and dangers of sea travel in the ancient world. It reflects the dedication and courage of Paul and his companions, who were willing to face hardships for the sake of the Gospel. Boarding the ship also symbolizes a step of faith, trusting in God's protection and guidance.

and set sail
The Greek word "ἀνήχθημεν" (anēchthēmen) is used here, meaning to set sail or to put out to sea. This marks the beginning of a new phase in Paul's missionary journey. Setting sail is an act of moving forward, leaving behind the familiar and venturing into the unknown. It is a powerful metaphor for the Christian life, which involves stepping out in faith and trusting in God's direction. The imagery of setting sail also evokes a sense of adventure and purpose, as Paul continues his mission to share the message of Christ with the world.

Verse 2. - Having found a ship crossing for finding a ship sailing, A.V.; Phoenieia for Phenicia, A.V.; set sail for set forth, A.V. Having found a ship. The ship in which St. Paul and his companions had hitherto sailed was probably a coasting-vessel, intending to continue its course all along the south coast of Asia Minor. But at Patara they found a ship on the point of sailing across the open sea direct to Tyre, by which the voyage would be shortened many days. They accordingly immediately took their passage by it, and put out to sea (ἀνήχθημεν, ver. 1, note). A glance at the map will show what a great corner was thus cut off. A straight line from Patara to Tyro leaves Cyprus just on the left.

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Greek
Finding
εὑρόντες (heurontes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2147: A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.

a ship
πλοῖον (ploion)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4143: A ship, vessel, boat. From pleo; a sailer, i.e. Vessel.

crossing over
διαπερῶν (diaperōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1276: To cross over, pass over. From dia and a derivative of the base of peran; to cross entirely.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Phoenicia,
Φοινίκην (Phoinikēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5403: Phoenicia, a northern coast strip of the Roman province Syria. From phoinix; palm-country; Phoenice, a region of Palestine.

we boarded [it]
ἐπιβάντες (epibantes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1910: From epi and the base of basis; to walk upon, i.e. Mount, ascend, embark, arrive.

[and] set sail.
ἀνήχθημεν (anēchthēmen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 321: From ana and ago; to lead up; by extension to bring out; specially, to sail away.


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