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After the Passover celebration ended, we left Philippi by ship and met up with the others in Troas five days later. We ended up staying there for a whole week.
Sometimes the journey takes time, but the reunion makes it worth it.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Acts, this verse is part of the narrative of Paul's third missionary journey, where he traveled to spread the Gospel across the Roman Empire. The mention of sailing after the days of unleavened bread refers to the Jewish Passover festival, indicating that Paul and his companions observed this holy time before continuing their voyage from Philippi to Troas. This journey highlights the challenges of early Christian travel, including dependence on sea routes and the blending of Jewish traditions with evangelistic efforts.