Acts 27:30-36
Summary for Acts 27:30-32: 27:30-32 a This time the soldiers listened to Paul (cp. 27:10-11 b).Summary for Acts 27:33-35: 27:33-35 c Paul’s words and actions are those of a true leader who personally assesses a perilous situation, decides on action, and leads others in solving the problem (cp. Neh 1–3 d; contrast Jon 1 e). Paul’s positive example and strong faith in God (Acts 27:22-25 f) encouraged the others to eat and take heart.
Summary for Acts 27:36-37: 27:36-37 g The food brought renewed strength and encouragement to the frightened and exhausted crew and prisoners.
• all 276 of us: The exact number of persons onboard fits well with what is known of grain ships of the period.
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