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The Realities of Travel
Commentators note the voyage from Philippi to Troas took five days, significantly longer than a previous two-day trip. They almost universally attribute this delay to practical realities like contrary winds and sea currents, reminding readers that the apostles faced real-world challenges and depended on God's providence in their travels.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 20:6
18th Century
Theologian
After the days of unleavened bread. After the seven days of the Passover, during which they ate only unleavened bread. See Exodus 12.
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AT Robertson
On Acts 20:6
After the days of unleavened bread (μετα τας ημερας των αζυμων). Paul was a Jew, though a Christian, and observed the Jewish feast…
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 20:6
19th Century
Bishop
And came unto them to Troas in five days.—The voyage from Troas to Philippi (see Notes on Acts 16:11-12) had taken only t…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 20:6
Having been unable to get to Jerusalem for Passover, Paul remained at Philippi to celebrate it and the week-long Feast of Unleavened Bread. He sent…
John Gill
On Acts 20:6
17th Century
Pastor
And we sailed away from Philippi
Which was in Macedonia, from where they came in a straight course by Samothracia, o…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 20:1–6
17th Century
Minister
Disturbances or opposition may compel a Christian to move from his station or alter his purpose, but his work and his pleasure will be the same, wh…