Acts 21:1

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Key Reflection

When Paul and his companions departed from certain individuals—likely early Christian communities—and set sail, they first made a direct course to the island of Cos. From there, they proceeded to Rhodes, before finally arriving at Patara. This sequence of events reflects the pragmatic logistics of travel in ancient times, highlighting the importance of well-known landmarks and harbors for navigation. The original audience would have understood these details as practical instructions for movement, but also as part of a larger narrative about Paul's missionary journey and the unfolding of God’s plan through his travels.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

CHAPTER 21 Verse 1. After we were gotten from them. After we had left the elders at Miletus, Ac 20:38. They were on their way to Jerusalem. Unto Coos. This was a small island in the Grecian Archipelago, a short distance from the south-western point of Asia Minor. It is now called Stan-co. It was celebrated for its fertility, and for the wine and silk-worms which it produced. Unto Rhodes. This was an island in the Levant. On the island was a city of the same name, which was principally distinguished for its brazen Colossus, which was built by Chares of Lyndus. It stood across the mouth of the harbour; and was so high that vessels could pass between its legs.

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