Acts 27:11
New International Version
But the centurion, instead of listening to what Paul said, followed the advice of the pilot and of the owner of the ship.

New Living Translation
But the officer in charge of the prisoners listened more to the ship’s captain and the owner than to Paul.

English Standard Version
But the centurion paid more attention to the pilot and to the owner of the ship than to what Paul said.

Berean Standard Bible
But contrary to Paul’s advice, the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and by the owner of the ship.

Berean Literal Bible
But the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and the ship owner, rather than by the things spoken by Paul.

King James Bible
Nevertheless the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul.

New King James Version
Nevertheless the centurion was more persuaded by the helmsman and the owner of the ship than by the things spoken by Paul.

New American Standard Bible
But the centurion was more persuaded by the pilot and the captain of the ship than by what was being said by Paul.

NASB 1995
But the centurion was more persuaded by the pilot and the captain of the ship than by what was being said by Paul.

NASB 1977
But the centurion was more persuaded by the pilot and the captain of the ship, than by what was being said by Paul.

Legacy Standard Bible
But the centurion was being more persuaded by the pilot and the captain of the ship than by what was being said by Paul.

Amplified Bible
However, the centurion [Julius, ranking officer on board] was persuaded by the pilot and the owner of the ship rather than by what Paul said.

Christian Standard Bible
But the centurion paid attention to the captain and the owner of the ship rather than to what Paul said.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But the centurion paid attention to the captain and the owner of the ship rather than to what Paul said.

American Standard Version
But the centurion gave more heed to the master and to the owner of the ship, than to those things which were spoken by Paul.

Contemporary English Version
But Julius listened to the captain of the ship and its owner, rather than to Paul.

English Revised Version
But the centurion gave more heed to the master and to the owner of the ship, than to those things which were spoken by Paul.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
However, the officer was persuaded by what the pilot and the owner of the ship said and not by what Paul said.

Good News Translation
But the army officer was convinced by what the captain and the owner of the ship said, and not by what Paul said.

International Standard Version
But the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and the owner of the ship and not by what Paul said.

Majority Standard Bible
But contrary to Paul?s advice, the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and by the owner of the ship.

NET Bible
But the centurion was more convinced by the captain and the ship's owner than by what Paul said.

New Heart English Bible
But the centurion gave more heed to the master and to the owner of the ship than to those things which were spoken by Paul.

Webster's Bible Translation
Nevertheless, the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship more than the things which were spoken by Paul.

Weymouth New Testament
But Julius let himself be persuaded by the pilot and by the owner rather than by Paul's arguments;

World English Bible
But the centurion gave more heed to the master and to the owner of the ship than to those things which were spoken by Paul.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
but the centurion gave more credence to the pilot and to the shipowner than to the things spoken by Paul;

Berean Literal Bible
But the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and the ship owner, rather than by the things spoken by Paul.

Young's Literal Translation
but the centurion to the pilot and to the shipowner gave credence more than to the things spoken by Paul;

Smith's Literal Translation
But the centurion was rather persuaded by the pilot and the shipmaster, than by the things spoken by Paul.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But the centurion believed the pilot and the master of the ship, more than those things which were said by Paul.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But the centurion put more trust in the captain and the navigator of the ship, than in the things being said by Paul.

New American Bible
The centurion, however, paid more attention to the pilot and to the owner of the ship than to what Paul said.

New Revised Standard Version
But the centurion paid more attention to the pilot and to the owner of the ship than to what Paul said.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Nevertheless, the centurion listened to the master and owner of the ship more than to the words of Paul.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But the Centurion was listening to the Helmsman and the Shipmaster rather than to the words of Paulus.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But the centurion had more confidence in the pilot, and in the owner of the ship, than in the things which were spoken by Paul.

Godbey New Testament
But the centurion trusted the pilot and midshipman, rather than the things spoken by Paul.

Haweis New Testament
But the centurion paid more attention to the master and to the pilot than to the things which were spoken by Paul.

Mace New Testament
however, the centurion minded the pilot and the ship's owner more than he did Paul's prediction.

Weymouth New Testament
But Julius let himself be persuaded by the pilot and by the owner rather than by Paul's arguments;

Worrell New Testament
But the centurion believed the pilot and the owner of the ship, more than the things spoken by Paul.

Worsley New Testament
But the centurion regarded the pilot and the master of the vessel, more than the things that were said by Paul.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul Sails for Rome
10“Men, I can see that our voyage will be filled with disaster and great loss, not only to ship and cargo, but to our own lives as well.” 11But contrary to Paul’s advice, the centurion was persuaded by the pilot and by the owner of the ship. 12Since the harbor was unsuitable to winter in, the majority decided to sail on, if somehow they could reach Phoenix to winter there. Phoenix was a harbor in Crete facing both southwest and northwest.…

Cross References
Proverbs 21:30
There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD.

Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

Jeremiah 17:5
This is what the LORD says: “Cursed is the man who trusts in mankind, who makes mere flesh his strength and turns his heart from the LORD.

Isaiah 30:1-2
“Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade.

Isaiah 31:1
Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD.

Psalm 118:8-9
It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. / It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.

Psalm 146:3
Put not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save.

2 Chronicles 32:7-8
“Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.

1 Samuel 15:24
Then Saul said to Samuel, “I have sinned; I have transgressed the LORD’s commandment and your instructions, because I feared the people and obeyed their voice.

1 Kings 12:8
But Rehoboam rejected the advice of the elders; instead, he consulted the young men who had grown up with him and served him.

Matthew 27:20
But the chief priests and elders persuaded the crowds to ask for Barabbas and to have Jesus put to death.

Mark 15:15
And wishing to satisfy the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed Him over to be crucified.

John 19:12-16
From then on, Pilate tried to release Him, but the Jews kept shouting, “If you release this man, you are no friend of Caesar. Anyone who declares himself a king is defying Caesar.” / When Pilate heard these words, he brought Jesus out and sat on the judgment seat at a place called the Stone Pavement, which in Hebrew is Gabbatha. / It was the day of Preparation for the Passover, about the sixth hour. And Pilate said to the Jews, “Here is your King!” ...

Acts 5:29
But Peter and the other apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men.

Acts 4:19
But Peter and John replied, “Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to listen to you rather than God.


Treasury of Scripture

Nevertheless the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul.

believed.

Acts 27:21
But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss.

Exodus 9:20,21
He that feared the word of the LORD among the servants of Pharaoh made his servants and his cattle flee into the houses: …

2 Kings 6:10
And the king of Israel sent to the place which the man of God told him and warned him of, and saved himself there, not once nor twice.

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Acts 27
1. Paul shipping toward Rome,
10. foretells of the danger of the voyage,
11. but is not believed.
14. They are tossed to and fro by a storm;
41. and suffer shipwreck;
44. yet all come safe to land.














But contrary to Paul’s advice
This phrase sets the stage for a critical decision-making moment. The Greek word for "contrary" (παρά) indicates a deviation or departure from a suggested course. Paul, an apostle with divine insight, had advised against setting sail due to the impending danger. His advice was not merely based on human wisdom but was likely influenced by his spiritual discernment. This moment highlights the tension between spiritual guidance and human reasoning, a common theme throughout Scripture. It serves as a reminder of the importance of heeding godly counsel, even when it contradicts worldly expertise.

the centurion
The centurion, a Roman officer, was responsible for Paul and other prisoners. His role was one of authority and decision-making. Historically, centurions were known for their leadership and reliability, often commanding respect from both Roman soldiers and civilians. In this context, the centurion represents the secular authority that often finds itself at odds with spiritual insight. His decision-making process reflects the challenges faced by leaders who must weigh various inputs and make choices that impact many lives.

was persuaded by the pilot
The pilot, or helmsman, was the expert in navigation and maritime matters. The Greek term for "pilot" (κυβερνήτης) suggests someone with technical skill and experience. In the ancient world, pilots were highly regarded for their knowledge of the seas and weather patterns. The centurion's persuasion by the pilot underscores the human tendency to rely on expertise and experience, sometimes at the expense of spiritual wisdom. This serves as a cautionary tale about the limits of human knowledge and the need for divine guidance.

and the owner of the ship
The ship's owner had a vested financial interest in the voyage. His perspective was likely influenced by economic considerations, such as the cost of delay and the potential profit from the cargo. This highlights the influence of material concerns in decision-making processes. The owner’s involvement reminds us of the biblical warning against the love of money and the prioritization of wealth over wisdom (1 Timothy 6:10). It challenges believers to consider how financial motivations can cloud judgment and lead to perilous choices.

(11) Nevertheless the centurion believed the master.--Better, the pilot. The word is the same as that translated "ship-master," in Revelation 18:17. The advice was, we may believe, determined by the fact that there was a better harbour but a few miles further on the coast. Could they not press on thither and be safe for the winter? It was natural that the centurion should trust to them as experts rather than to the enthusiastic Rabbi whom he had in charge as prisoner.

Verse 11. - But for nevertheless, A.V.; gave more heed to for believed, A.V.; to the owner for the owner, A.V.; than to for more than, A.V. The master (κυβερνήτης), in the sense of "a commander of a trading-ship" (Johnson's 'Dictionary'); i.e. the navigator and helmsman, in Latin magister naris. The owner (ναύκληρος). The owner, no doubt, of the cargo as well as of the ship itself: ὁ δεσπότης (Hesych.); οἱ ναῦς κεκτημένοι (Ammonius). The κυβερνήτης and the ναύκληρος are often mentioned together; e.g. in Plutarch, Artemidorus, quoted by Alford, Kuinoel, etc.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

contrary to
μᾶλλον (mallon)
Adverb
Strong's 3123: More, rather. Neuter of the comparative of the same as malista; more) or rather.

Paul’s
Παύλου (Paulou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.

advice,
λεγομένοις (legomenois)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

the
(Ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

centurion
ἑκατοντάρχης (hekatontarchēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1543: A centurion of the Roman army. Or hekatontarchos hek-at-on'-tar-khos; from hekaton and archo; the captain of one hundred men.

was persuaded
ἐπείθετο (epeitheto)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3982: A primary verb; to convince; by analogy, to pacify or conciliate; reflexively or passively, to assent, to rely.

by the
τῷ (tō)
Article - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

pilot
κυβερνήτῃ (kybernētē)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2942: A steersman, pilot; met: a guide, governor. From the same as kubernesis; helmsman, i.e. captain.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
τῷ (tō)
Article - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

owner of the ship.
ναυκλήρῳ (nauklērō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3490: A captain (master) of a ship, ship-owner. From naus and kleros; a captain.


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