Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When daylight came, they did not recognize the land, but they saw a bay with a sandy beach, where they decided to run the ship aground if they could. New Living Translation When morning dawned, they didn’t recognize the coastline, but they saw a bay with a beach and wondered if they could get to shore by running the ship aground. English Standard Version Now when it was day, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a bay with a beach, on which they planned if possible to run the ship ashore. Berean Standard Bible When daylight came, they did not recognize the land, but they sighted a bay with a sandy beach, where they decided to run the ship aground if they could. Berean Literal Bible And when it was day, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a certain bay, having a shore on which they determined to drive the ship if they should be able. King James Bible And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship. New King James Version When it was day, they did not recognize the land; but they observed a bay with a beach, onto which they planned to run the ship if possible. New American Standard Bible Now when day came, they could not recognize the land; but they did notice a bay with a beach, and they resolved to run the ship onto it if they could. NASB 1995 When day came, they could not recognize the land; but they did observe a bay with a beach, and they resolved to drive the ship onto it if they could. NASB 1977 And when day came, they could not recognize the land; but they did observe a certain bay with a beach, and they resolved to drive the ship onto it if they could. Legacy Standard Bible Now when day came, they could not recognize the land; but they were noticing a bay with a beach, and they were resolving to drive the ship onto it if they could. Amplified Bible When day came, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a bay with a beach, and they decided to run the ship ashore there if they could. Christian Standard Bible When daylight came, they did not recognize the land but sighted a bay with a beach. They planned to run the ship ashore if they could. Holman Christian Standard Bible When daylight came, they did not recognize the land but sighted a bay with a beach. They planned to run the ship ashore if they could. American Standard Version And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they perceived a certain bay with a beach, and they took counsel whether they could drive the ship upon it. Contemporary English Version Morning came, and the ship's crew saw a coast they did not recognize. But they did see a cove with a beach. So they decided to try to run the ship aground on the beach. English Revised Version And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they perceived a certain bay with a beach, and they took counsel whether they could drive the ship upon it. GOD'S WORD® Translation In the morning they couldn't recognize the land, but they could see a bay with a beach. So they decided to try to run the ship ashore. Good News Translation When day came, the sailors did not recognize the coast, but they noticed a bay with a beach and decided that, if possible, they would run the ship aground there. International Standard Version When day came, they didn't recognize the land, but they could see a bay with a beach on which they planned to run the ship ashore, if possible. Majority Standard Bible When daylight came, they did not recognize the land, but they sighted a bay with a sandy beach, where they decided to run the ship aground if they could. NET Bible When day came, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a bay with a beach, where they decided to run the ship aground if they could. New Heart English Bible When it was day, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a certain bay with a beach, and they decided to try to drive the ship onto it. Webster's Bible Translation And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into which they purposed, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship. Weymouth New Testament When daylight came, they tried in vain to recognise the coast. But an inlet with a sandy beach attracted their attention, and now their object was, if possible, to run the ship aground in this inlet. World English Bible When it was day, they didn’t recognize the land, but they noticed a certain bay with a beach, and they decided to try to drive the ship onto it. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd when the day came, they were not discerning the land, but were perceiving a certain bay having a beach, into which they took counsel, if possible, to thrust forward the ship, Berean Literal Bible And when it was day, they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a certain bay, having a shore on which they determined to drive the ship if they should be able. Young's Literal Translation And when the day came, they were not discerning the land, but a certain creek were perceiving having a beach, into which they took counsel, if possible, to thrust forward the ship, Smith's Literal Translation And when it was day, they knew not the land: and they observed a certain deep bay having a coast, into which they resolved, if able, to push the ship. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when it was day, they knew not the land; but they discovered a certain creek that had a shore, into which they minded, if they could, to thrust in the ship. Catholic Public Domain Version And when day had arrived, they did not recognize the landscape. Yet truly, they caught sight of a certain narrow inlet having a shore, into which they thought it might be possible to force the ship. New American Bible When day came they did not recognize the land, but made out a bay with a beach. They planned to run the ship ashore on it, if they could. New Revised Standard Version In the morning they did not recognize the land, but they noticed a bay with a beach, on which they planned to run the ship ashore, if they could. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen it was day, the sailors did not know what land it was; but they saw an inlet close to the shore, and thought if it were possible they would thrust the ship there. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And when it was day, the Mariners did not know what land it was, but they saw beside the dry land a certain bay of the sea where they were wondering if it were possible to drive the ship. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when it was day, they did not recognize the land; but they perceived an inlet, that had an accessible shore, into which they desired, if they could, to thrust the ship. Godbey New Testament And when it was day, they did not recognize the land: but discovered a certain gulf having a shore, into which they determined, if possible, to thrust out the ship. Haweis New Testament And when the day broke, they knew not the land: but they observed a certain creek with a beach, into which they resolved, if they could, to run the vessel aground. Mace New Testament at day-break they made an unknown land, with a creek, where they resolv'd, if it were possible, to run the ship ashore. Weymouth New Testament When daylight came, they tried in vain to recognise the coast. But an inlet with a sandy beach attracted their attention, and now their object was, if possible, to run the ship aground in this inlet. Worrell New Testament And, when it was day, they were not recognizing the land; but they were observing a certain bay, having a beach, into which they purposed, if they might be able, to thrust the ship. Worsley New Testament And when it was day, they did not know the land near them: but they perceived a certain creek with a shore, into which they were desirous, if they could, to have thrust the ship. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Shipwreck…38After the men had eaten their fill, they lightened the ship by throwing the grain into the sea. 39 When daylight came, they did not recognize the land, but they sighted a bay with a sandy beach, where they decided to run the ship aground if they could. 40Cutting away the anchors, they left them in the sea as they loosened the ropes that held the rudders. Then they hoisted the foresail to the wind and made for the beach.… Cross References Jonah 1:4-16 Then the LORD hurled a great wind upon the sea, and such a violent storm arose that the ship was in danger of breaking apart. / The sailors were afraid, and each cried out to his own god. And they threw the ship’s cargo into the sea to lighten the load. But Jonah had gone down to the lowest part of the vessel, where he lay down and fell into a deep sleep. / The captain approached him and said, “How can you sleep? Get up and call upon your God. Perhaps this God will consider us, so that we may not perish.” ... Matthew 8:23-27 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. / Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping. / The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” ... Mark 4:35-41 When that evening came, He said to His disciples, “Let us cross to the other side.” / After they had dismissed the crowd, they took Jesus with them, since He was already in the boat. And there were other boats with Him. / Soon a violent windstorm came up, and the waves were breaking over the boat, so that it was being swamped. ... Luke 8:22-25 One day Jesus said to His disciples, “Let us cross to the other side of the lake.” So He got into a boat with them and set out. / As they sailed, He fell asleep, and a windstorm came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger. / The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Master, Master, we are perishing!” Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters, and they subsided, and all was calm. ... Psalm 107:23-30 Others went out to sea in ships, conducting trade on the mighty waters. / They saw the works of the LORD, and His wonders in the deep. / For He spoke and raised a tempest that lifted the waves of the sea. ... Isaiah 33:23 Your ropes are slack; they cannot secure the mast or spread the sail. Then an abundance of spoils will be divided, and even the lame will carry off plunder. Ezekiel 27:26-27 Your oarsmen have brought you onto the high seas, but the east wind will shatter you in the heart of the sea. / Your wealth, wares, and merchandise, your sailors, captains, and shipwrights, your merchants and all the warriors within you, with all the other people on board, will sink into the heart of the sea on the day of your downfall. John 6:16-21 When evening came, His disciples went down to the sea, / got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was already dark, and Jesus had not yet gone out to them. / A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated. ... 2 Corinthians 11:25 Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was stoned, three times I was shipwrecked. I spent a night and a day in the open sea. Psalm 46:1-3 For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah Psalm 89:9 You rule the raging sea; when its waves mount up, You still them. Psalm 93:3-4 The floodwaters have risen, O LORD; the rivers have raised their voice; the seas lift up their pounding waves. / Above the roar of many waters—the mighty breakers of the sea—the LORD on high is majestic. Psalm 65:5-7 With awesome deeds of righteousness You answer us, O God of our salvation, the hope of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest seas. / You formed the mountains by Your power, having girded Yourself with might. / You stilled the roaring of the seas, the pounding of their waves, and the tumult of the nations. Nahum 1:4 He rebukes the sea and dries it up; He makes all the rivers run dry. Bashan and Carmel wither, and the flower of Lebanon wilts. Job 38:8-11 Who enclosed the sea behind doors when it burst forth from the womb, / when I made the clouds its garment and thick darkness its blanket, / when I fixed its boundaries and set in place its bars and doors, ... Treasury of Scripture And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship. Jump to Previous Aground Ashore Attention Attracted Bay Beach Coast Counsel Daylight Decided Discovered Drive Floor Idea Inlet Land Minded Noticed Object Observe Onto Perceived Possible Purposed Recognise Recognize Run Sand Sea Ship Shore Strand Thrust Tried Try Vain WhetherJump to Next Aground Ashore Attention Attracted Bay Beach Coast Counsel Daylight Decided Discovered Drive Floor Idea Inlet Land Minded Noticed Object Observe Onto Perceived Possible Purposed Recognise Recognize Run Sand Sea Ship Shore Strand Thrust Tried Try Vain WhetherActs 27 1. Paul shipping toward Rome,10. foretells of the danger of the voyage, 11. but is not believed. 14. They are tossed to and fro by a storm; 41. and suffer shipwreck; 44. yet all come safe to land. When daylight came The arrival of daylight signifies a new beginning and hope after the darkness of the stormy night. In biblical symbolism, light often represents God's presence and guidance (John 8:12). The transition from night to day can be seen as a metaphor for moving from confusion and danger to clarity and safety. they did not recognize the land but they sighted a bay with a sandy beach where they decided to run the ship aground if they could Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe apostle who is being transported to Rome as a prisoner. He plays a crucial role in the events leading up to and during the shipwreck. 2. The Ship's Crew and Passengers Includes sailors, soldiers, and other prisoners. They are all involved in the decision-making process during the storm and shipwreck. 3. The Island of Malta Though not named in this verse, the land they approach is later identified as Malta. It becomes a place of refuge and ministry for Paul. 4. The Bay with a Sandy Beach A geographical feature that offers hope for a safe landing, symbolizing God's provision in dire circumstances. 5. The Event of Shipwreck The culmination of a perilous journey, highlighting themes of divine providence and human decision-making. Teaching Points Divine Guidance in UncertaintyEven when we do not recognize our surroundings or understand our circumstances, God provides guidance and a path forward. Faith in God's Provision Like the bay with a sandy beach, God often provides unexpected means of safety and deliverance in our lives. The Role of Community in Crisis The collective decision to run the ship aground highlights the importance of working together and trusting in God's plan during difficult times. Trusting God's Promises Paul's calm assurance throughout the journey is a testament to his faith in God's promises, encouraging us to trust in God's word. Responding to God's Deliverance After experiencing God's deliverance, we are called to respond with gratitude and a renewed commitment to His purposes.(39) They knew not the land.--It was, of course, probable enough that some at least of the sailors had been at Malta before; but St. Paul's Bay, which we assume to be the point they had now reached, was remote from the Great Harbour, now that of Valetta, into which ships commonly sailed, and may therefore well have remained unknown to them. A certain creek with a shore.--Better, having a beach, the English word failing to describe why it was that the creek attracted them. The earlier versions have "bank." In Homer and other Greek writers the word is commonly used for a flat, sandy beach. To thrust in the ship.--The word was a quasi-technical one, answering to our "to run the ship aground." Verse 39. - Perceived for discovered, A.V.; bay with a beach for creek with a shore, A.V.; and they took counsel whether they could drive the ship upon it for into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship, A.V. They knew not the land. It was seven miles from the harbor of Valetta, and a part of the island not likely to have been visited by the sailors, and presenting no marked features by which they would recognize it. A certain bay with a beach; αἰγιαλόν, a level pebbly or sandy beach (Matthew 13:2; Acts 21:5; and ver. 40), as opposed to ἄκτη, a high rugged coast (τρηχεῖα ὑψηλή, etc., Homer). They took counsel whether they could drive, etc. The rendering of the A.V. is surely infinitely better than the R.V. The meaning of βουλεύομαι, both in the New Testament and in classical Greek, is frequently and properly "to determine," "to resolve" or "purpose" (see Acts 5:33; Acts 15:37, note; 2 Corinthians 1:17; and Liddell and Scott's 'Lexicon '); and the order of the words here suits the rendering of the A.V. much better than that of the R.V., which would require καὶ ἐβουλεύοντο, instead of εἰς ο}ν κ.τ.λ. The Revisionists seem to have been misled by the resemblance of Luke 14:31. Drive; ἐξῶσαι, the technical word for driving a ship ashore (Thucyd., 2:10, etc.). It only occurs in the New Testament here, and in a different sense in Acts 7:45. It is not uncommon in the LXX. as the rendering of דָּחָה and דּוּהַ (see Deuteronomy 13:3; 2 Samuel 14:13; Jeremiah 49. [LXX., 26.] 36, etc.).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek WhenὍτε (Hote) Adverb Strong's 3753: When, at which time. From hos and te; at which too, i.e. When. daylight ἡμέρα (hēmera) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. came, ἐγένετο (egeneto) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. they did not recognize ἐπεγίνωσκον (epeginōskon) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1921: From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. land, γῆν (gēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1093: Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe. but δέ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. they sighted κατενόουν (katenooun) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 2657: To take note of, perceive, consider carefully, discern, detect, make account of. From kata and noieo; to observe fully. a τινα (tina) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 5100: Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object. bay κόλπον (kolpon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2859: Apparently a primary word; the bosom; by analogy, a bay. with ἔχοντα (echonta) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. a sandy beach, αἰγιαλὸν (aigialon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 123: Sea-coast, (sandy) beach; shore (of sea or lake), land. From aisso and hals (on which the waves dash). where ὃν (hon) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. they decided ἐβουλεύοντο (ebouleuonto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1011: To deliberate, take counsel, determine. From boule; to advise, i.e. deliberate, or resolve. to run ἐξῶσαι (exōsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 1856: Or exotho ex-o'-tho from ek and otheo; to expel; by implication, to propel. the τὸ (to) Article - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. ship {aground} πλοῖον (ploion) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 4143: A ship, vessel, boat. From pleo; a sailer, i.e. Vessel. if εἰ (ei) Conjunction Strong's 1487: If. A primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc. they could. δύναιντο (dynainto) Verb - Present Optative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1410: (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible. 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