Acts 13:13
New International Version
From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem.

New Living Translation
Paul and his companions then left Paphos by ship for Pamphylia, landing at the port town of Perga. There John Mark left them and returned to Jerusalem.

English Standard Version
Now Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia. And John left them and returned to Jerusalem,

Berean Standard Bible
After setting sail from Paphos, Paul and his companions came to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem.

Berean Literal Bible
And those around Paul, having sailed from Paphos, came to Perga of Pamphylia. But John, having departed from them, returned to Jerusalem.

King James Bible
Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John departing from them returned to Jerusalem.

New King James Version
Now when Paul and his party set sail from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia; and John, departing from them, returned to Jerusalem.

New American Standard Bible
Now Paul and his companions put out to sea from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia; but John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

NASB 1995
Now Paul and his companions put out to sea from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia; but John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

NASB 1977
Now Paul and his companions put out to sea from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia; and John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now after Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia, but John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

Amplified Bible
Now Paul and his companions sailed from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia; but John [Mark] left them and went back to Jerusalem.

Christian Standard Bible
Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia, but John left them and went back to Jerusalem.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia. John, however, left them and went back to Jerusalem.

American Standard Version
Now Paul and his company set sail from Paphos, and came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John departed from them and returned to Jerusalem.

Contemporary English Version
Paul and the others left Paphos and sailed to Perga in Pamphylia. But John left them and went back to Jerusalem.

English Revised Version
Now Paul and his company set sail from Paphos, and came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John departed from them and returned to Jerusalem.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Paul and his men took a ship from Paphos and arrived in Perga, a city in Pamphylia. John Mark deserted them there and went back to Jerusalem.

Good News Translation
Paul and his companions sailed from Paphos and came to Perga, a city in Pamphylia, where John Mark left them and went back to Jerusalem.

International Standard Version
Then Paul and his men set sail from Paphos and arrived in Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them and went back to Jerusalem.

Majority Standard Bible
After setting sail from Paphos, Paul and his companions came to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem.

NET Bible
Then Paul and his companions put out to sea from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia, but John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

New Heart English Bible
Now Paul and his company set sail from Paphos, and came to Perga in Pamphylia, and John departed from them and returned to Jerusalem.

Webster's Bible Translation
Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia. And John departing from them, returned to Jerusalem.

Weymouth New Testament
From Paphos, Paul and his party put out to sea and sailed to Perga in Pamphylia. John, however, left them and returned to Jerusalem.

World English Bible
Now Paul and his company set sail from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia. John departed from them and returned to Jerusalem.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And those around Paul having set sail from Paphos, came to Perga of Pamphylia, and John having departed from them, turned back to Jerusalem,

Berean Literal Bible
And those around Paul, having sailed from Paphos, came to Perga of Pamphylia. But John, having departed from them, returned to Jerusalem.

Young's Literal Translation
And those about Paul having set sail from Paphos, came to Perga of Pamphylia, and John having departed from them, did turn back to Jerusalem,

Smith's Literal Translation
And having been brought from Paphos, they about Paul came to Perga of Pamphylia: and John, having departed from them, returned to Jerusalem.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Now when Paul and they that were with him had sailed from Paphos, they came to Perge in Pamphylia. And John departing from them, returned to Jerusalem.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when Paul and those who were with him had sailed from Paphos, they arrived at Perga in Pamphylia. Then John departed from them and returned to Jerusalem.

New American Bible
From Paphos, Paul and his companions set sail and arrived at Perga in Pamphylia. But John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

New Revised Standard Version
Then Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia. John, however, left them and returned to Jerusalem;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then Paul and Bar’na-bas sailed from the city of Pa’phos, and came to Per’ga, a city in Pam-phyl’i-a: and John separated from them and went to Jerusalem.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But Paulus and BarNaba journeyed by sea from Paphos, the city, and they came to the city Perga of Pamphylia and Yohannan separated from them and went on to Jerusalem.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And Paul and his companions put to sea from Paphos, and went to Perga in Pamphylia. But John withdrew from them, and returned to Jerusalem.

Godbey New Testament
And those around Paul having sailed from Paphos, came into Perge of Pamphylia: and John having departed from them returned to Jerusalem.

Haweis New Testament
Hereupon sailing from Paphos, they who were about Paul came to Perga in Pamphylia: but John departing from them returned to Jerusalem.

Mace New Testament
after which Paul and his company set out from Paphos to Perga in Pamphilia, where John quitted them in order to return to Jerusalem.

Weymouth New Testament
From Paphos, Paul and his party put out to sea and sailed to Perga in Pamphylia. John, however, left them and returned to Jerusalem.

Worrell New Testament
Now setting sail from Paphos, Paul's company came to Perga in Pamphylia; and John, withdrawing from them, returned to Jerusalem.

Worsley New Testament
Now Paul and those that were with him loosing from Paphos, came to Perga in Pamphylia: but John departed from them and returned to Jerusalem.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
In Pisidian Antioch
12When the proconsul saw what had happened, he believed, for he was astonished at the teaching about the Lord. 13After setting sail from Paphos, Paul and his companions came to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem. 14And from Perga, they traveled inland to Pisidian Antioch, where they entered the synagogue on the Sabbath and sat down.…

Cross References
Acts 15:38
But Paul thought it best not to take him, because he had deserted them in Pamphylia and had not accompanied them in the work.

Acts 12:25
When Barnabas and Saul had fulfilled their mission to Jerusalem, they returned, bringing with them John, also called Mark.

Acts 9:26-30
When Saul arrived in Jerusalem, he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him, not believing that he was a disciple. / Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus. / So Saul stayed with them, moving about freely in Jerusalem and speaking boldly in the name of the Lord. ...

Acts 11:19-26
Meanwhile those scattered by the persecution that began with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, speaking the message only to Jews. / But some of them, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and began speaking to the Greeks as well, proclaiming the good news about the Lord Jesus. / The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. ...

Acts 14:24-26
After passing through Pisidia, they came to Pamphylia. / And when they had spoken the word in Perga, they went down to Attalia. / From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed.

Acts 16:6-8
After the Holy Spirit had prevented them from speaking the word in the province of Asia, they traveled through the region of Phrygia and Galatia. / And when they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not permit them. / So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas.

Acts 18:18-22
Paul remained in Corinth for quite some time before saying goodbye to the brothers. He had his head shaved in Cenchrea to keep a vow he had made, and then he sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila. / When they reached Ephesus, Paul left Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue there and reasoned with the Jews. / When they asked him to stay for a while longer, he declined. ...

Acts 19:21
After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.”

Acts 20:6
And after the Feast of Unleavened Bread, we sailed from Philippi, and five days later we rejoined them in Troas, where we stayed seven days.

Acts 21:1-3
After we had torn ourselves away from them, we sailed directly to Cos, and the next day on to Rhodes, and from there to Patara. / Finding a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, we boarded it and set sail. / After sighting Cyprus and passing south of it, we sailed on to Syria and landed at Tyre, where the ship was to unload its cargo.

Acts 27:5
And when we had sailed across the open sea off the coast of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra in Lycia.

Galatians 2:13
The other Jews joined him in his hypocrisy, so that by their hypocrisy even Barnabas was led astray.

2 Timothy 4:11
Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, because he is useful to me in the ministry.

Colossians 4:10
My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you greetings, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas. You have already received instructions about him: If he comes to you, welcome him.

Mark 1:14
After the arrest of John, Jesus went into Galilee and proclaimed the gospel of God.


Treasury of Scripture

Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John departing from them returned to Jerusalem.

loosed.

Acts 13:6
And when they had gone through the isle unto Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Barjesus:

Acts 27:13
And when the south wind blew softly, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, loosing thence, they sailed close by Crete.

Perga.

Acts 2:10
Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes,

Acts 14:24,25
And after they had passed throughout Pisidia, they came to Pamphylia…

Acts 27:5
And when we had sailed over the sea of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra, a city of Lycia.

John.

Acts 13:5
And when they were at Salamis, they preached the word of God in the synagogues of the Jews: and they had also John to their minister.

Acts 15:38
But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work.

Colossians 4:10
Aristarchus my fellowprisoner saluteth you, and Marcus, sister's son to Barnabas, (touching whom ye received commandments: if he come unto you, receive him;)

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Acts 13
1. Paul and Barnabas are chosen to go to the Gentiles.
6. Of Sergius Paulus, and Elymas the sorcerer.
13. Paul preaches at Antioch that Jesus is Christ.
42. The Gentiles believe;
44. but the Jews talked abusively against Paul,
46. whereupon they turn to the Gentiles, of whom many believe.
50. The Jews raise a persecution against Paul and Barnabas, who go to Iconium.














After setting sail from Paphos
Paphos was a city on the southwest coast of Cyprus, known for its worship of the goddess Aphrodite. The phrase "setting sail" indicates a transition and movement in the missionary journey of Paul and his companions. The Greek word for "setting sail" (ἀναχθέντες, anachthentes) suggests a deliberate departure, emphasizing the missionary zeal and divine calling that propelled Paul and his team forward. This movement from a place associated with pagan worship to new territories symbolizes the spread of the Gospel into regions dominated by different cultural and religious influences.

Paul and his companions
This phrase highlights the communal aspect of early Christian missions. Paul, originally known as Saul, is now the prominent leader, reflecting his transformation and calling as an apostle to the Gentiles. The term "companions" (οἱ περὶ τὸν Παῦλον, hoi peri ton Paulon) indicates a group working together for a common purpose. This underscores the importance of fellowship and collaboration in ministry, a principle that remains vital in Christian service today.

came to Perga in Pamphylia
Perga was an ancient city in the region of Pamphylia, located in modern-day Turkey. The journey to Perga marks the beginning of Paul's first missionary journey into Asia Minor. Historically, Perga was known for its temple of Artemis and was a significant city in the Roman province. The mention of Pamphylia situates the narrative in a real geographical and cultural context, reminding readers of the tangible challenges and opportunities faced by early missionaries as they navigated diverse and often hostile environments.

where John left them
John, also known as John Mark, was a relative of Barnabas and an early Christian missionary. His departure from the group is a pivotal moment, as it later leads to a significant disagreement between Paul and Barnabas (Acts 15:36-40). The Greek word for "left" (ἀποχωρήσας, apochōrēsas) implies a withdrawal or departure, which may suggest personal or theological reasons for his decision. This incident serves as a reminder of the human element in ministry, where differences and challenges can arise even among dedicated believers.

to return to Jerusalem
Jerusalem was the center of early Christianity and the location of the first Christian church. John's return to Jerusalem may indicate a need for spiritual renewal or a desire to reconnect with the apostolic community. The city represents the heart of the Christian faith, where the apostles gathered and the Holy Spirit was first poured out. This return highlights the importance of maintaining a connection with one's spiritual roots and the broader Christian community, even as the Gospel spreads to new regions.

(13) Paul and his company.--Literally, those about Paul. The new description is obviously chosen as indicating the new position which from this time the Apostle began to occupy as the leader of the mission.

Perga.--The city was at this time the capital of Pamphylia, situated on the river Cestrus, about seven miles from its mouth. The absence of any record of evangelising work there is probably due to the fact that there were no synagogues, and that the Apostles in this mission adhered to the plan of preaching in the first instance to the Jews, and making the synagogue, as it were, their base of operations.

John departing from them returned to Jerusalem.--We are left to conjecture the motives of this departure. He may have shrunk from the perils and hardships of the journey into the interior of the country. He may have been drawn by affection for his mother, who lived at Jerusalem. It is clear, in any case, from St. Paul's subsequent conduct (Acts 15:38), that he looked on the reason as insufficient, while Barnabas saw, at least, enough to admit the plea of extenuating circumstances. The pressure of the famine at Jerusalem may have seemed to him to excuse the desire of the son to minister to the mother's wants.

Verse 13. - Vow for now when, A.V.; set sail for loosed, A.V.; and came for they came, A.V.; departed.., and returned for departing... returned, A.V. A very marked change may here be observed in the relations of Barnabas and Paul. Hitherto Barnabas has always occupied the first rank. It has been "Barnabas and Saul" (Acts 11:30; Acts 12:25; vers. 2, 7). But now the whole mission, including Barnabas, is described as οἱ περὶ τὸν Παῦλον, Paul and his company, and ever after it is usually "Paul and Barnabas" (vers. 43, 46, 50; Acts 15:2, 22, 35); though in Acts 14:14 and Acts 15:12, 25, the old order is retained. Renan dwells much on the beauty of Barnabas's character as seen in his cheerful acquiescence in this change of relative position, and his single-minded devotion to the success of the work. Came to Perga, the capital of Pamphylia, in that part of the coast of Asia Minor which looks due south. Perga was about seven and a half miles inland, on the river Cestrus, which is navigable. There was a constant intercourse between Paphos the capital of Cyprus, and Perga the capital of Pamphylia, fostered probably by the two famous temples of Venus and Diana. The word for set sail (ἀναχθέντες) is a nautical term, meaning sailing from the shore or harbor into the open sea (see Acts 16:11; Acts 21:1; Acts 27:12; Luke 8:22). At Perga John Mark left them. Perhaps his position as Barnabas's cousin was less pleasant now that Paul took the first place; perhaps his courage failed him now that they were fairly launched out into the heathen world, where, unlike Cyprus, his Jewish kinsmen were a small minority, and the dangers and fatigues were great. Pamphylia was now governed by a propraetor, being an imperial province. Its name denotes that it was inhabited by a mixed race - men of all tribes, aborigines, Cilicians, Greeks, etc.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
After setting sail
Ἀναχθέντες (Anachthentes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 321: From ana and ago; to lead up; by extension to bring out; specially, to sail away.

from
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

Paphos,
Πάφου (Paphou)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3974: Paphos, a city at the western end of Cyprus. Of uncertain derivation; Paphus, a place in Cyprus.

Paul
Παῦλον (Paulon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.

[and] his companions
οἱ (hoi)
Article - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

came
ἦλθον (ēlthon)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2064: To come, go.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Perga
Πέργην (Pergēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4011: Probably from the same as Pergamos; a tower; Perga, a place in Asia Minor.

in Pamphylia,
Παμφυλίας (Pamphylias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3828: From a compound of pas and pura; every-tribal, i.e. Heterogeneous; Pamphylia, a region of Asia Minor.

[where]
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

John
Ἰωάννης (Iōannēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2491: Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites.

left
ἀποχωρήσας (apochōrēsas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 672: To go away, depart, withdraw. From apo and choreo; to go away.

them
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

to return
ὑπέστρεψεν (hypestrepsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5290: To turn back, return. From hupo and strepho; to turn under, i.e. To return.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Jerusalem.
Ἱεροσόλυμα (Hierosolyma)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 2414: The Greek form of the Hebrew name: Jerusalem. Of Hebrew origin; Hierosolyma


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