Acts 21:3

"Having found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we went aboard and set sail."

Key Reflection

When the party arrived in sight of Cyprus, they encountered a ship bound for Phoenicia, an important trading hub known for its textiles and purple dye. The decision to board this ship was practical for crossing the sea efficiently, but it also aligns with Acts' theme of traveling between key locations that serve as waypoints for spreading the Gospel, highlighting the movement and purposeful journey of early Christian missionaries.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 3. Had discovered Cyprus. See Barnes "Ac 4:36". Into Syria. See Barnes "Mt 4:24". And landed at Tyre. See Barnes "Mt 11:21". To unlade her burden. Her cargo. Tyre was formerly one of the most commercial cities of the world; and it is probable, that in the time of Paul its commercial importance had not entirely ceased. __________________________________________________________________

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