And there accompanied him into Asia Sopater of Berea; and of the Thessalonians, Aristarchus and Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe, and Timotheus; and of Asia, Tychicus and Trophimus.
Paul had quite the crew traveling with him to Asia, there was Sopater from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and from Asia there were Tychicus and Trophimus.
Paul didn't travel solo, he had his squad with him on the journey.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Acts, Paul is on his third missionary journey, traveling through regions like Macedonia and Greece to spread the Gospel and collect offerings for the struggling church in Jerusalem. This verse lists specific companions from various cities who joined him on his way to Asia, reflecting the collaborative nature of early Christian missions and the growing network of believers across different cultures. These individuals likely provided practical support, such as protection and assistance in preaching, as Paul faced opposition and logistical challenges.
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