Acts 27:17 web — After they had hoisted it up, they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the S…

World English Bible

"After they had hoisted it up, they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis sand bars, they lowered the sea anchor, and so were driven along."

— Acts 27:17, World English Bible

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Acts 27 — Context

14

But before long, a stormy wind beat down from shore, which is called Euroclydon.

15

When the ship was caught, and couldn't face the wind, we gave way to it, and were driven along.

16

Running under the lee of a small island called Clauda, we were able, with difficulty, to secure the boat.

17

After they had hoisted it up, they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis sand bars, they lowered the sea anchor, and so were driven along.

18

As we labored exceedingly with the storm, the next day they began to throw things overboard.

19

On the third day, they threw out the ship's tackle with their own hands.

20

When neither sun nor stars shone on us for many days, and no small storm pressed on us, all hope that we would be saved was now taken away.

Acts 27:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Acts 27:17 say?
Acts 27:17 in the World English Bible reads: “After they had hoisted it up, they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis sand bars, they lowered the sea anchor, and so were driven along.”
Where is Acts 27:17 in the Bible?
Acts 27:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 27, verse 17.
Who wrote Acts?
Acts is traditionally attributed to Luke. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of Acts about?
Acts is the sequel to Luke's Gospel — the story of how the message of the risen Jesus moved out from Jerusalem to Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. Through Peter, Paul, and many ordinary believers, the Holy Spirit builds the early church across the Roman world.
What are the major themes of Acts?
Acts explores themes including Holy Spirit, Mission, Church Growth, Persecution, Gospel to the Gentiles. These themes shape the meaning and context of Acts 27:17.
What translation should I read Acts 27:17 in?
Acts 27:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Acts 27:17?
Acts 27:17 reads (WEB): “After they had hoisted it up, they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis sand bars, they lowered the sea anchor, and so were driven along.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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