Acts 16:8
New International Version
So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas.

New Living Translation
So instead, they went on through Mysia to the seaport of Troas.

English Standard Version
So, passing by Mysia, they went down to Troas.

Berean Standard Bible
So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas.

Berean Literal Bible
And having passed by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

King James Bible
And they passing by Mysia came down to Troas.

New King James Version
So passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

New American Standard Bible
and passing by Mysia, they went down to Troas.

NASB 1995
and passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

NASB 1977
and passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Legacy Standard Bible
and passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Amplified Bible
so passing by Mysia, they went down to Troas.

Christian Standard Bible
Passing by Mysia they went down to Troas.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So, bypassing Mysia, they came down to Troas.

American Standard Version
and passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Contemporary English Version
So they went on through Mysia until they came to Troas.

English Revised Version
and passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So they passed by Mysia and went to the city of Troas.

Good News Translation
So they traveled right on through Mysia and went to Troas.

International Standard Version
so they bypassed Mysia and went down to Troas.

Majority Standard Bible
So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas.

NET Bible
so they passed through Mysia and went down to Troas.

New Heart English Bible
Passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they, passing by Mysia, came down to Troas.

Weymouth New Testament
So, passing along Mysia, they came to Troas.

World English Bible
Passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having passed by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Berean Literal Bible
And having passed by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Young's Literal Translation
and having passed by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Smith's Literal Translation
And having passed by Mysia they came down to Troas.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when they had passed through Mysia, they went down to Troas.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then, when they had crossed through Mysia, they descended to Troas.

New American Bible
so they crossed through Mysia and came down to Troas.

New Revised Standard Version
so, passing by Mysia, they went down to Troas.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when they had left Mys’ia, they came to the country of Tro’as.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And when they went forth from Musia, they went down to the region Troas.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But having passed by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Godbey New Testament
and having come through Mysia they descended into Troas.

Haweis New Testament
Whereupon passing by Mysia they went down to Troas.

Mace New Testament
and came to Troas.

Weymouth New Testament
So, passing along Mysia, they came to Troas.

Worrell New Testament
and, passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.

Worsley New Testament
So they passed by Mysia, and came down to Troas.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Vision of the Macedonian
7And when they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not permit them. 8So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas. 9During the night, Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia standing and pleading with him, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.”…

Cross References
Acts 13:4
So Barnabas and Saul, sent forth by the Holy Spirit, went down to Seleucia and sailed from there to Cyprus.

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 20:1-2
When the uproar had ended, Paul sent for the disciples. And after encouraging them, he said goodbye to them and left for Macedonia. / After traveling through that area and speaking many words of encouragement, he arrived in Greece,

Acts 21:1-2
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.

Acts 27:1-2
When it was decided that we would sail for Italy, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius, who belonged to the Imperial Regiment. / We boarded an Adramyttian ship about to sail for ports along the coast of Asia, and we put out to sea. Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica, was with us.

2 Corinthians 2:12-13
Now when I went to Troas to preach the gospel of Christ and a door stood open for me in the Lord, / I had no peace in my spirit, because I did not find my brother Titus there. So I said goodbye to them and went on to Macedonia.

2 Timothy 4:13
When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments.

Romans 15:19
by the power of signs and wonders, and by the power of the Spirit of God. So from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.

1 Thessalonians 1:8
For not only did the message of the Lord ring out from you to Macedonia and Achaia, but your faith in God has gone out to every place, so that we have no need to say anything more.

Philippians 4:15-16
And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again.

Genesis 12:1-4
Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” ...

Genesis 46:1-4
So Israel set out with all that he had, and when he came to Beersheba, he offered sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. / And that night God spoke to Israel in a vision: “Jacob, Jacob!” He said. “Here I am,” replied Jacob. / “I am God,” He said, “the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there. ...

Exodus 13:17-18
When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them along the road through the land of the Philistines, though it was shorter. For God said, “If the people face war, they might change their minds and return to Egypt.” / So God led the people around by the way of the wilderness toward the Red Sea. And the Israelites left the land of Egypt arrayed for battle.

Numbers 9:17-23
Whenever the cloud was lifted from above the Tent, the Israelites would set out, and wherever the cloud settled, there the Israelites would camp. / At the LORD’s command the Israelites set out, and at the LORD’s command they camped. As long as the cloud remained over the tabernacle, they remained encamped. / Even when the cloud lingered over the tabernacle for many days, the Israelites kept the LORD’s charge and did not set out. ...

Joshua 3:1-4
Early the next morning Joshua got up and left Shittim with all the Israelites. They went as far as the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over. / After three days the officers went through the camp / and commanded the people: “When you see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God being carried by the Levitical priests, you are to set out from your positions and follow it. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And they passing by Mysia came down to Troas.

Troas.

Acts 16:11
Therefore loosing from Troas, we came with a straight course to Samothracia, and the next day to Neapolis;

Acts 20:5
These going before tarried for us at Troas.

2 Corinthians 2:12
Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,

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Acts 16
1. Paul and Silas are Joined by Timothy,
7. and being called by the Spirit from one country to another,
14. convert Lydia,
16. and cast out a spirit of divination;
19. for which cause they are whipped and imprisoned.
25. The prison doors are opened.
31. The jailor is converted,
35. and they are delivered.














So they passed by
The phrase "passed by" in the Greek is "παρελθόντες" (parelthontes), which implies moving beyond or bypassing a location. This action signifies a deliberate choice by Paul and his companions, guided by the Holy Spirit, to not engage in ministry in Mysia at that time. It reflects the dynamic nature of apostolic missions, where divine guidance often redirected their paths. Historically, this demonstrates the early church's reliance on spiritual discernment over human planning, emphasizing the importance of being sensitive to God's leading in ministry endeavors.

Mysia
Mysia was a region in the northwest part of Asia Minor, known for its diverse population and cultural influences. The decision to pass by Mysia without preaching there suggests that the Holy Spirit had a specific plan for the spread of the Gospel, prioritizing certain regions over others. This highlights the strategic nature of God's mission, where timing and location are crucial. Theologically, it reminds believers that God's plans are often beyond human understanding, and obedience to His direction is paramount.

and went down
The phrase "went down" is translated from the Greek "κατέβησαν" (katebesan), indicating a descent in elevation. This geographical movement from Mysia to Troas underscores the physical journey of the apostles, which often involved significant travel and hardship. It serves as a metaphor for the spiritual journey of faith, where believers are called to follow God's leading, sometimes into unknown or challenging territories. The descent also symbolizes humility and submission to God's will, essential traits for effective ministry.

to Troas
Troas, an ancient city located near the Aegean Sea, was a significant port and a gateway to Europe. Its mention here is pivotal, as it becomes the launching point for the Gospel's expansion into Europe, following Paul's vision of the man from Macedonia. Troas represents a place of divine encounter and revelation, where God provides new direction and opportunities for ministry. Historically, it was a bustling hub of trade and culture, making it an ideal location for the spread of the Gospel. Spiritually, Troas symbolizes the readiness to embrace new horizons and the courage to step into God's broader plans for His church.

(8) Came down to Troas.--Their travels had at last led them to the coast, and they looked out upon the waters of the 'gean. The town of Alexandria Troas, at this time reckoned as a Roman colony and a free city, recalls to our memories, without entering into vexed questions as to its identity with the site of the older Troy, the great poem which tells us the tale of Ilium. To St. Paul that poem was probably unknown, and had it been otherwise, the associations connected with it would have had no charms for him. The question which must have occupied all his thoughts was, where he was next to proclaim the glad tidings of the Christ, and of forgiveness and peace through Him. That question, we may well believe, expressed itself in prayer, and to that prayer the vision of the next verse was an answer.

Verse 8. - Passing... they came for they passing... came, A.V. They would have gone north to Bithynia, where, we know from 1 Peter 1:1, there were many Jews. But the Spirit ordered them westwards, to the seacoast of Troas, that they might be ready to sail for Macedonia. In like manner Abraham went out not knowing whither he went (Hebrews 11:8). Truly the footsteps of God's providence are not known!

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

they passed by
παρελθόντες (parelthontes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3928: From para and erchomai; to come near or aside, i.e. To approach, go by, perish or neglect, avert.

Mysia
Μυσίαν (Mysian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3465: Mysia, a region of Asia Minor.

[and] went down
κατέβησαν (katebēsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2597: To go down, come down, either from the sky or from higher land, descend. From kata and the base of basis; to descend.

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

Troas.
Τρῳάδα (Trōada)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5174: Troas, a harbor city of Mysia. From Tros; the Troad, i.e. Troas, a place in Asia Minor.


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