Acts 27:12

"But the centurion gave more heed to the master and to the owner of the ship than to those things which were spoken by Paul."

Key Reflection

In this passage, the centurion's prioritization of the ship’s master and owner over Paul's advice symbolizes a broader theme of obedience to worldly authority over spiritual insight. This moment underscores how even those in positions of responsibility can be swayed by practical concerns over divine guidance or prophetic wisdom.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 12. The haven. The fair havens, Ac 27:8. Was not commodious to winter in. Not safe or convenient to remain there. Probably it furnished rather a safe anchorage-ground in time of a storm, than a convenient place for a permanent harbour. The more part. The greater part of the crew. To Phenice. This was a port or harbour on the south side of Crete, and west of the fair havens. It was a more convenient harbour, and regarded as more safe. It appears, therefore, that the majority of persons on board concurred with Paul in the belief that it was not advisable to attempt the navigation of the sea, until the dangers of the winter had passed by. And lieth toward.

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