Lexical Summary euthudromeó: To sail straight, to make a direct course Original Word: εὐθυδρομέω Strong's Exhaustive Concordance run, sail with a straight course. From euthus and dromos; to lay a straight course, i.e. Sail direct -- (come) with a straight course. see GREEK euthus see GREEK dromos NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom euthus and dromos Definition to run a straight course NASB Translation ran a straight course (2), straight course (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2113: εὐθυδρομέωεὐθυδρομέω, ἐυθυδρόμω: 1 aorist ἐυθυδρόμησα (see εὐδοκέω); (ἐυθυδρομος, i. e. εὐθύς and δρόμος); to make a straight course, run a straight course: followed by εἰς with the accusative of place, Acts 16:11; ἐυθυδρομησας ἦλθον εἰς, Acts 21:1. (Philo, alleg. legg. iii. § 79; de agricult. § 40.) Topical Lexicon Definition and Essence Strong’s Greek 2113 expresses the idea of moving in a direct, unhindered line—“to run a straight course.” Beyond mere navigation, the term conveys progress without deviation, whether across open waters or through the unfolding plan of God. Biblical Occurrences • Acts 16:11: “So we set sail from Troas and ran a straight course to Samothrace, and the next day to Neapolis.” In both settings Luke narrates missionary journeys that advance swiftly and efficiently, underscoring the Spirit-directed momentum of apostolic ministry. Historical and Nautical Background Mediterranean sailors prized direct routes, but prevailing winds, currents, and seasonal weather often forced detours. A “straight course” signified unusually favorable conditions—winds at the stern and calm seas. In Acts 16:11 Paul and Silas cover roughly one hundred nautical miles from Troas to Samothrace in a single day, a distance that could easily take two or three under normal conditions. Likewise, the rapid leg from Miletus to Cos in Acts 21:1 suggests a providential tailwind. Theological Themes 1. Divine Guidance: The straight course illustrates God smoothing the way for His servants (Psalm 107:23-30; Proverbs 3:6). Ministry Application • Expectation of Open Doors: As Paul experienced literal tailwinds, modern ministry can anticipate seasons of accelerated advance when God aligns circumstances. Related Scriptural Motifs Proverbs 4:25-27—keeping one’s feet from “evil” by staying on a level path. Luke 3:4-6—the Baptist prepares “the way of the Lord” by calling for straight paths. James 1:5-8—single-minded faith prevents the believer from being “driven and tossed by the wind,” contrasting with the steady advance implied by 2113. Summary Strong’s 2113 captures moments when God’s servants move rapidly and directly toward gospel objectives. Historically it denotes favorable sailing, yet spiritually it testifies that the Lord who commands seas also charts a straight course for the progress of His word. Forms and Transliterations ευθυδρομησαμεν ευθυδρομήσαμεν εὐθυδρομήσαμεν ευθυδρομησαντες ευθυδρομήσαντες εὐθυδρομήσαντες euthudromesamen euthudromēsamen euthudromesantes euthudromēsantes euthydromesamen euthydromēsamen euthydromḗsamen euthydromesantes euthydromēsantes euthydromḗsantesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 16:11 V-AIA-1PGRK: ἀπὸ Τρῳάδος εὐθυδρομήσαμεν εἰς Σαμοθρᾴκην NAS: from Troas, we ran a straight course to Samothrace, KJV: Troas, we came with a straight course to INT: from Troas we made a straight course to Samothrace Acts 21:1 V-APA-NMP Strong's Greek 2113 |
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