Definition and Context:
The term "ashore" refers to the act of coming to land from a body of water, such as a sea, lake, or river. In biblical narratives, this term is often used to describe the movement of individuals or groups from a boat or ship onto dry land. The concept of coming ashore is significant in various biblical accounts, symbolizing transition, deliverance, and the fulfillment of divine purpose.

Biblical References:
While the specific term "ashore" may not frequently appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is illustrated in several key passages:

1. Noah's Ark: After the floodwaters receded, Noah's ark came to rest on the mountains of Ararat. This event marked a new beginning for humanity and the animal kingdom. Genesis 8:4 states, "On the seventeenth day of the seventh month, the ark came to rest on the mountains of Ararat."

2. Jonah: The prophet Jonah, after being swallowed by a great fish, was delivered ashore by God's command. Jonah 2:10 recounts, "And the LORD commanded the fish, and it vomited Jonah onto dry land." This act of coming ashore signified Jonah's deliverance and the continuation of his prophetic mission to Nineveh.

3. Jesus and the Disciples: The Gospels frequently describe Jesus and His disciples coming ashore during their ministry. In Mark 6:53, it is recorded, "When they had crossed over, they landed at Gennesaret and anchored there." These moments often precede significant teachings or miracles, highlighting the importance of location in Jesus' ministry.

4. Paul's Shipwreck: In Acts 27, the Apostle Paul experiences a shipwreck on his journey to Rome. Acts 27:44 describes the survivors reaching land: "The rest were to follow on planks and various parts of the ship. In this way, everyone was brought safely to land." This event underscores God's providence and protection over Paul and his companions.

Theological Significance:
The act of coming ashore in biblical narratives often symbolizes a transition from danger to safety, from chaos to order, and from divine judgment to mercy. It reflects God's sovereignty over creation and His ability to guide and protect His people through tumultuous circumstances. The imagery of coming ashore can also represent spiritual renewal and the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of God's servants.

Cultural and Historical Insights:
In ancient times, bodies of water were often seen as symbols of chaos and uncertainty. The act of coming ashore, therefore, carried significant cultural weight, representing a return to stability and security. This understanding is reflected in the biblical use of water and land as metaphors for spiritual realities.

Application for Believers:
For contemporary believers, the concept of coming ashore can serve as a metaphor for spiritual deliverance and the faithfulness of God in guiding His people through life's challenges. It encourages trust in God's providence and the assurance that He will lead His followers to safe harbor, both physically and spiritually.(adv.) On shore or on land; on the land adjacent to water; to the shore; to the land; aground (when applied to a ship); -- sometimes opposed to aboard or afloat.1946a. epikello -- to run ashore
... to run ashore. Transliteration: epikello Short Definition: aground. ... verb kello (to
drive a ship on) Definition to run ashore NASB Word Usage ran...aground (1). ...
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1946. Epikoureios -- to run ashore
... to run ashore. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Epikoureios Phonetic
Spelling: (ep-ee-koo'-ri-os) Short Definition: an Epicurean Definition: an ...
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1601. ekpipto -- to leap out
... away; hence in nautical language: I fall off from the straight course; of flowers:
I fade away, wither away; I fall from, lose, forfeit; I am cast ashore; I am ...
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1831. exerchomai -- to go or come out of
... 2), go* (1), goes (2), going (2), gone (13), gone forth (2), got (2), leave (4),
left (15), proceeded forth (1), spread (3), went (61), went ashore (2), went ...
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Those for whom Christ Prayed --"Sanctify Them. "
... Suddenly an officer in gold-braided cap and blue uniform appeared, and cried out
with an authoritative voice and a look of command, "All ashore who are going ...
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Paul's Shipwreck
... of the ship. As they were afraid that they might run ashore on the African
quicksands, they lowered the sail and drifted. But as ...
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A Total Wreck, all Hands Saved
... Anchoring by the bow as well as by the stern would help to keep the ship from driving
ashore; and if once the crew were in the boat and pulled as far as was ...
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The Scaffolding Left in the Body
... A successful attempt at coming ashore may be seen in the common worm. ... When the fish
came ashore, its water-breathing apparatus was no longer of any use to it. ...
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Appearance at Sea of Galilee.
... the Lord." This was no sooner heard by Peter than he snatched up and threw over
him his upper garment, and throwing himself into the water swam or waded ashore ...
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The Anti-Missionary Agitation.
... "A British mercantile steamer ran ashore in a fog. She was unarmed. ... "One boat's company
were taken ashore, stripped naked, wounded, and robbed of everything. ...
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A Life for a Life
... shore last night; we endeavored to give every assistance through the speaking trumpet,
nevertheless four hundred and one bodies were washed ashore this morning ...
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On the Difficulties and Duties of the Christian Life.
... to reach; like a man in a shipwreck, who discerns the land, and envies the happiness
of those who are there, but thinks it impossible for himself to get ashore ...
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The Apostle Paul.
... At last the ship was wrecked, all on board being cast ashore upon an island, whither
they had been carried, clinging to boards and broken pieces of the ship. ...
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Providential Guidance
... already about thirty miles distant from Shanghai, Mr. Jones and I drew near the
large and important city of Sung-kiang, and I spoke of going ashore to preach ...
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Ashore (11 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Ashore (11 Occurrences). ... (See NAS RSV). Matthew 14:34 When
they had quite crossed over, they put ashore at Gennesaret; (WEY). ...
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Shipwreck (3 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) The breaking in pieces, or shattering, of a ship or other vessel by being
cast ashore or driven against rocks, shoals, etc., by the violence of the ...
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Fishing (4 Occurrences)
... Long ropes fastened to the two ends are carried ashore many yards apart, and
from five to ten men on each rope gradually draw in the net. ...
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Quite (55 Occurrences)
... it becomes unfruitful. (WEY). Matthew 14:34 When they had quite crossed
over, they put ashore at Gennesaret; (WEY). Matthew 27:14 ...
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Onto (22 Occurrences)
... crowed. (See NAS). Luke 8:27 When Jesus stepped ashore, a certain man out
of the city who had demons for a long time met him. He ...
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Wore (19 Occurrences)
... honey. (WEY NAS NIV). Luke 8:27 When Jesus stepped ashore, a certain man
out of the city who had demons for a long time met him. He ...
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Tombs (27 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Luke 8:27 When Jesus stepped ashore,
a certain man out of the city who had demons for a long time met him. ...
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Row (26 Occurrences)
... 5. (vt) To transport in a boat propelled with oars; as, to row the captain
ashore in his barge. 6. (vi) To use the oar; as, to row well. ...
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Recommended (4 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Acts 27:42 Now the soldiers recommended that the prisoners should be killed,
for fear some one of them might swim ashore and effect his escape. (WEY). ...
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Drift (1 Occurrence)
... (vi) To float or be driven along by, or as by, a current of water or air; as, the
ship drifted astern; a raft drifted ashore; the balloon drifts slowly east. ...
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