Acts 27:35
New International Version
After he said this, he took some bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all. Then he broke it and began to eat.

New Living Translation
Then he took some bread, gave thanks to God before them all, and broke off a piece and ate it.

English Standard Version
And when he had said these things, he took bread, and giving thanks to God in the presence of all he broke it and began to eat.

Berean Standard Bible
After he had said this, Paul took bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all. Then he broke it and began to eat.

Berean Literal Bible
Now having said these things and having taken bread, he gave thanks to God before all; and having broken it, he began to eat.

King James Bible
And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all: and when he had broken it, he began to eat.

New King James Version
And when he had said these things, he took bread and gave thanks to God in the presence of them all; and when he had broken it he began to eat.

New American Standard Bible
Having said this, he took bread and gave thanks to God in the presence of them all, and he broke it and began to eat.

NASB 1995
Having said this, he took bread and gave thanks to God in the presence of all, and he broke it and began to eat.

NASB 1977
And having said this, he took bread and gave thanks to God in the presence of all; and he broke it and began to eat.

Legacy Standard Bible
And having said these things, he took bread and gave thanks to God in the presence of all. And he broke it and began to eat.

Amplified Bible
Having said this, he took bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all, and he broke it and began to eat.

Christian Standard Bible
After he said these things and had taken some bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all of them, and after he broke it, he began to eat.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
After he said these things and had taken some bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all of them, and when he broke it, he began to eat.

American Standard Version
And when he had said this, and had taken bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all; and he brake it, and began to eat.

Contemporary English Version
After Paul had said this, he took a piece of bread and gave thanks to God. Then in front of everyone, he broke the bread and ate some.

English Revised Version
And when he had said this, and had taken bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all: and he brake it, and began to eat.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After Paul said this, he took some bread, thanked God in front of everyone, broke it, and began to eat.

Good News Translation
After saying this, Paul took some bread, gave thanks to God before them all, broke it, and began to eat.

International Standard Version
After he said this, he took some bread, thanked God in front of everyone, broke it, and began to eat.

Majority Standard Bible
After he had said this, Paul took bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all. Then he broke it and began to eat.

NET Bible
After he said this, Paul took bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all, broke it, and began to eat.

New Heart English Bible
When he had said this, and had taken bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all, and he broke it, and began to eat.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all; and when he had broken it, he began to eat.

Weymouth New Testament
Having said this he took some bread, and, after giving thanks to God for it before them all, he broke it in pieces and began to eat it.

World English Bible
When he had said this and had taken bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all; then he broke it and began to eat.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having said these things, and having taken bread, he gave thanks to God before all, and having broken [it], he began to eat;

Berean Literal Bible
Now having said these things and having taken bread, he gave thanks to God before all; and having broken it, he began to eat.

Young's Literal Translation
and having said these things, and having taken bread, he gave thanks to God before all, and having broken it, he began to eat;

Smith's Literal Translation
And having said these, and having taken bread, he returned thanks to God before all: and having broken, he began to eat.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when he had said these things, taking bread, he gave thanks to God in the sight of them all; and when he had broken it, he began to eat.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when he had said these things, taking bread, he gave thanks to God in the sight of them all. And when he had broken it, he began to eat.

New American Bible
When he said this, he took bread, gave thanks to God in front of them all, broke it, and began to eat.

New Revised Standard Version
After he had said this, he took bread; and giving thanks to God in the presence of all, he broke it and began to eat.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in the presence of them all; and when he had broken it, they began to eat.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And when he said these things, he took bread and praised God before all of them, and he broke it and began to eat.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And when he had said this, he took bread, and gave thanks to God before them all, and broke, and began to eat.

Godbey New Testament
And having spoken these words, and taken bread, he gave thanks to God in the presence of all, and breaking it, began to eat.

Haweis New Testament
And so saying, and taking a loaf, he gave thanks to God before them all, and breaking it, began to eat.

Mace New Testament
having said this, he took bread, and gave thanks to God, the whole company present: then he broke it and began to eat,

Weymouth New Testament
Having said this he took some bread, and, after giving thanks to God for it before them all, he broke it in pieces and began to eat it.

Worrell New Testament
And, having said these things, and taken bread, he gave thanks to God in presence of them all; and, breaking it, he began to eat.

Worsley New Testament
And having spoken thus, he took bread and gave thanks to God in presence of them all, and when he had broken it he began to eat.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Shipwreck
34So for your own preservation, I urge you to eat something, because not a single hair of your head will be lost.” 35After he had said this, Paul took bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all. Then he broke it and began to eat. 36They were all encouraged and took some food themselves.…

Cross References
Matthew 14:19
And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, He spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people.

Luke 24:30
While He was reclining at the table with them, He took bread, spoke a blessing and broke it, and gave it to them.

John 6:11
Then Jesus took the loaves and the fish, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted.

1 Corinthians 10:31
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.

1 Timothy 4:4-5
For every creation of God is good, and nothing that is received with thanksgiving should be rejected, / because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.

Mark 8:6
And He instructed the crowd to sit down on the ground. Then He took the seven loaves, gave thanks and broke them, and gave them to His disciples to set before the people. And they distributed them to the crowd.

John 6:23
However, some boats from Tiberias landed near the place where the people had eaten the bread after the Lord had given thanks.

Matthew 15:36
Taking the seven loaves and the fish, He gave thanks and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people.

Luke 9:16
Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus spoke a blessing and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples to set before the people.

Romans 14:6
He who observes a special day does so to the Lord; he who eats does so to the Lord, for he gives thanks to God; and he who abstains does so to the Lord and gives thanks to God.

1 Thessalonians 5:18
Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Psalm 107:30-31
They rejoiced in the silence, and He guided them to the harbor they desired. / Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.

Psalm 136:25
He gives food to every creature. His loving devotion endures forever.

Psalm 145:15-16
The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food in season. / You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.

Deuteronomy 8:10
When you eat and are satisfied, you are to bless the LORD your God for the good land that He has given you.


Treasury of Scripture

And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all: and when he had broken it, he began to eat.

and gave.

Acts 2:46,47
And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, …

1 Samuel 9:13
As soon as ye be come into the city, ye shall straightway find him, before he go up to the high place to eat: for the people will not eat until he come, because he doth bless the sacrifice; and afterwards they eat that be bidden. Now therefore get you up; for about this time ye shall find him.

Matthew 15:36
And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.

in.

Psalm 119:46
I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed.

Romans 1:16
For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.

2 Timothy 1:8,12
Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God; …

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Acts 27
1. Paul shipping toward Rome,
10. foretells of the danger of the voyage,
11. but is not believed.
14. They are tossed to and fro by a storm;
41. and suffer shipwreck;
44. yet all come safe to land.














Taking the bread
This phrase signifies a deliberate action by Paul, who is taking the initiative in a moment of crisis. The Greek word for "bread" here is "ἄρτος" (artos), which can refer to any kind of food but often denotes a staple of life, symbolizing sustenance and provision. In the context of a storm-tossed ship, this act of taking bread is a reminder of God's provision even in dire circumstances. Historically, bread has been a symbol of life and community, and Paul's action here is a precursor to communal sharing and encouragement.

he gave thanks to God
The act of giving thanks, or "εὐχαριστέω" (eucharisteō) in Greek, is a profound expression of faith and gratitude. Despite the perilous situation, Paul acknowledges God's sovereignty and provision. This act of thanksgiving is reminiscent of Jesus' actions during the Last Supper, highlighting a continuity of faith and trust in God's plan. It serves as a powerful testimony to those present, demonstrating that gratitude is not contingent on circumstances but is a constant posture of the heart.

in front of them all
Paul's public act of thanksgiving is significant. The phrase underscores the communal aspect of faith and the importance of witness. By giving thanks openly, Paul sets an example of faith and courage, encouraging others to trust in God. This public demonstration of faith is a testament to the power of leadership and the influence of a steadfast believer in times of crisis. It also reflects the early Christian practice of communal worship and the importance of visible faith.

and he broke it
The breaking of bread, "κλάω" (klaō) in Greek, is a familiar action in Jewish and Christian traditions, symbolizing sharing and fellowship. This act is reminiscent of Jesus breaking bread with His disciples, suggesting a moment of communion and unity. In the context of the ship, it signifies hope and the breaking of fear, as Paul shares not just physical sustenance but spiritual encouragement. The breaking of bread is a reminder of Christ's sacrifice and the breaking of His body for humanity, a powerful symbol of redemption and hope.

and began to eat
This phrase indicates the beginning of a communal meal, an act of faith and normalcy amidst chaos. The Greek word "ἐσθίω" (esthiō) for "eat" implies nourishment and sustenance. By eating, Paul demonstrates trust in God's promise of safety and encourages others to do the same. This act of eating is not just about physical nourishment but also about spiritual sustenance, reminding believers of the importance of relying on God's provision. It is a call to partake in God's promises and to find strength in His faithfulness.

(35) He took bread, and gave thanks to God.--The act was a common practice of devout Jews at the beginning and the end of meals. (See Note on Matthew 14:9.) To the heathen soldiers and sailors it was probably altogether new, and at such a moment must have been singularly impressive. The act of "breaking bread," though in itself not more than the natural incident of such a meal, must at least have reminded the few Christians who were his companions of the more solemn "breaking of bread" with which they were familiar. (See Note on Acts 2:46.) For them the meal, if not strictly eucharistic, in the liturgical sense of that term, would be at least as an Agape, or feast of charity.

Verse 35. - Said this for thus spoken, A.V.; and had taken for he took, A.V.; he gave for and gave, A.V.; the presence of all for presence of them all, A.V.; be brake for when he had broken, A.V.; and began for he began, A.V. Had taken bread, etc. The concurrence of the words λαβὼν ἄρτον ηὐχαρίστησε, κλάσας, which all occur in the institution of the Holy Eucharist (Luke 22:19), is certainly, as Bishop Wordsworth says, remarkable. But there is the same similarity of phrase (except that εὐλόγησε is used for ηὐχαρίστησε in the first passage) in Matthew 14:19 and Matthew 15:36, and therefore the conclusion to be drawn is that St. Paul's action and words were the same as those of our Lord, as far as the breaking bread and giving thanks and eating, went, which were common to both occasions; but in the institution of the sacrament the words "This is my body" were additional, and represented an additional and sacramental truth. Observe, again, the devout confession of the living God in the presence of unbelieving men (vers. 23, 24).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[After]
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

he had said
Εἴπας (Eipas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

this,
ταῦτα (tauta)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

[Paul] took
λαβὼν (labōn)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2983: (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of.

bread
ἄρτον (arton)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 740: Bread, a loaf, food. From airo; bread or a loaf.

[and] gave thanks
εὐχαρίστησεν (eucharistēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2168: From eucharistos; to be grateful, i.e. to express gratitude; specially, to say grace at a meal.

to God
Θεῷ (Theō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

in front of
ἐνώπιον (enōpion)
Preposition
Strong's 1799: Neuter of a compound of en and a derivative of optanomai; in the face of.

them all.
πάντων (pantōn)
Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

Then
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

he broke [it]
κλάσας (klasas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2806: To break (in pieces), break bread. A primary verb; to break.

[and] began
ἤρξατο (ērxato)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 756: To begin. Middle voice of archo; to commence.

to eat.
ἐσθίειν (esthiein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 2068: Strengthened for a primary edo; used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by phago; to eat.


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