Topical Encyclopedia Tyre, an ancient Phoenician city located on the Mediterranean coast, holds significant historical and biblical importance. Known for its wealth and trade, Tyre is frequently mentioned in the Bible, both in the Old and New Testaments. In the context of the New Testament, Tyre is notable for being a place where the Apostle Paul found disciples during his missionary journeys.Biblical Context In the Book of Acts, Tyre is mentioned as a location where Paul, on his way to Jerusalem, encountered a group of disciples. This event is recorded in Acts 21:3-6 : "After sighting Cyprus and passing to the south of it, we sailed on to Syria and landed at Tyre, where the ship was to unload its cargo. We sought out the disciples in Tyre and stayed with them seven days. Through the Spirit they urged Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. But when our time there was over, we left and continued on our way. All the disciples, with their wives and children, accompanied us out of the city, and there on the beach we knelt to pray. After we had said our farewells, we went aboard the ship, and they returned home." Significance of Paul's Visit Paul's visit to Tyre highlights the spread of Christianity beyond Jewish territories into Gentile regions. The presence of disciples in Tyre indicates that the message of Christ had reached this influential city, likely through the efforts of early Christian missionaries or converts who traveled for trade. The disciples' warning to Paul, "through the Spirit," not to go to Jerusalem underscores the prophetic nature of the early Christian community and their concern for Paul's safety. Cultural and Historical Background Tyre was a major center of commerce and trade in the ancient world, renowned for its production of purple dye and its strategic maritime position. The city's prosperity and influence are well-documented in historical records and biblical prophecies. In the Old Testament, Tyre is often depicted as a symbol of pride and materialism, with prophets like Isaiah and Ezekiel pronouncing judgments against it (Isaiah 23; Ezekiel 26-28). Despite its pagan background, the presence of a Christian community in Tyre during Paul's time illustrates the transformative power of the Gospel and its ability to transcend cultural and religious barriers. The disciples in Tyre, though few in number, represent the burgeoning Christian movement that was beginning to take root in diverse regions of the Roman Empire. Theological Implications Paul's interaction with the disciples in Tyre reflects the unity and fellowship among early Christians, regardless of their geographic or cultural origins. The communal prayer on the beach signifies the deep spiritual bond shared by believers, united in their faith in Christ. This episode also serves as a testament to the guidance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the early church, directing and warning its members in times of potential danger. In summary, Tyre's mention in the New Testament as a place where Paul found disciples underscores the city's role in the early Christian narrative and highlights the expansive reach of the Gospel message during the apostolic age. Torrey's Topical Textbook Acts 21:3,4Now when we had discovered Cyprus, we left it on the left hand, and sailed into Syria, and landed at Tyre: for there the ship was to unlade her burden. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Paul's Last Journey to Jerusalem Paul in Jerusalem. Paul and his Praying (Continued) On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xv. 21,"Jesus Went Out Thence ... Acts XXI Drawing Nearer to the Storm Found by Jesus, and Finding Jesus Psalm LXXXVII. Letter viii. To the C??sareans. A Defence of his Withdrawal, and ... 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