Acts 27:19
Acts 27:19 in Multiple Translations
On the third day, they threw the ship’s tackle overboard with their own hands.
And the third day we cast out with our own hands the tackling of the ship.
and the third day they cast out with their own hands the tackling of the ship.
And on the third day, they let all the sailing apparatus go over the side.
On the third day they grabbed the ship's gear and tossed it into the sea.
And the third day we cast out with our owne hands the tackling of the ship.
and on the third [day] with our own hands the tackling of the ship we cast out,
On the third day, they threw out the ship’s tackle with their own hands.
And the third day we cast out with our own hands the tackling of the ship.
And the third day they cast out with their own hands the tackling of the ship.
On the third day after the stormy wind had begun to blow, the sailors/we [MTY] threw overboard most of the sails, ropes, and poles, in order to make the ship lighter.
On the 3rd day of the storm, the ship-men even threw away a lot of the ship’s own things, like its sails, and poles.
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Study Notes — Acts 27:19
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Acts 27:19
- Cambridge Bible on Acts 27:19
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Context — The Storm at Sea
19On the third day, they threw the ship’s tackle overboard with their own hands.
20When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days and the great storm continued to batter us, we abandoned all hope of being saved. 21After the men had gone a long time without food, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have followed my advice not to sail from Crete. Then you would have averted this disaster and loss.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 2:4 | “Skin for skin!” Satan replied. “A man will give up all he owns in exchange for his life. |
| 2 | Luke 9:24–25 | For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it. What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet lose or forfeit his very self? |
| 3 | Mark 8:35–37 | For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake and for the gospel will save it. What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul? |
| 4 | Jonah 1:5 | The sailors were afraid, and each cried out to his own god. And they threw the ship’s cargo into the sea to lighten the load. But Jonah had gone down to the lowest part of the vessel, where he lay down and fell into a deep sleep. |
Acts 27:19 Summary
[Acts 27:19 tells us that the crew of the ship threw the ship's tackle overboard with their own hands, which means they got rid of the ship's equipment to try to stay afloat during the storm. This shows how desperate they were to survive, and it's a reminder that sometimes we have to let go of things that are holding us back in order to move forward, as we see in Psalm 37:5-7. By trusting in God's sovereignty, we can have peace and hope, even in the midst of difficult circumstances, just as Paul and the crew did in Acts 27. This event also reminds us that God is in control of all things, including the storms of life, as we see in Matthew 8:23-27.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to throw the ship's tackle overboard?
In Acts 27:19, throwing the ship's tackle overboard means getting rid of the ship's equipment, such as masts, sails, and anchors, in an attempt to lighten the ship and stay afloat during the storm, similar to how Jonah 1:5 describes the sailors throwing cargo overboard to lighten their ship.
Why did the crew throw the ship's tackle overboard with their own hands?
The crew threw the ship's tackle overboard with their own hands because they were desperate to save the ship and themselves from the violent storm, as described in Acts 27:18, and were willing to do whatever it took to survive, even if it meant giving up their valuable equipment.
Is this event in Acts 27:19 a fulfillment of any biblical prophecy?
While Acts 27:19 does not directly fulfill a specific biblical prophecy, it does show how God is sovereign over all events, including storms, as described in Psalm 107:25-30, and how He can use these events to accomplish His purposes.
What can we learn from the crew's actions in Acts 27:19?
We can learn from the crew's actions that sometimes, in order to move forward and survive, we must be willing to let go of things that are holding us back, just as the crew let go of the ship's tackle, and trust in God's sovereignty, as described in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some things in my life that I need to let go of in order to move forward and trust in God's sovereignty?
- How can I apply the principle of letting go of worldly things to my own life, just as the crew let go of the ship's tackle?
- What storms am I facing in my life right now, and how can I trust in God's power and sovereignty to get me through them, just as Paul and the crew did in Acts 27?
- What does it mean to trust in God's sovereignty, and how can I cultivate that trust in my own life, especially in difficult circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Acts 27:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 27:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 27:19
Trapp's Commentary on Acts 27:19
Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 27:19
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Acts 27:19
Cambridge Bible on Acts 27:19
Barnes' Notes on Acts 27:19
Whedon's Commentary on Acts 27:19
Sermons on Acts 27:19
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Letters to Olympias - Part 1 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom addresses the deaconess Olympias, encouraging her to endure suffering with patience and faith. He reminds her of the trials faced by Job and Lazarus, emphasizing th |
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The Pathway of the Cross by Jessie Penn-Lewis | Jessie Penn-Lewis emphasizes the necessity of experiencing the Cross subjectively to bear fruit in the Christian life, illustrating that true fellowship with Christ involves dying |
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1 Peter 3:10 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the importance of loving life through righteous living as outlined in 1 Peter 3:10. He explains that true love for life involves avoiding evil, doing good, and |
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Questions/answers on the Interpretation of Old Testament Scriptures by James Blaine Chapman | James Blaine Chapman addresses various questions from the Bible, shedding light on misunderstood passages and providing insightful explanations. From Noah's unintentional vice to t |
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Prevailing Pleas, or the Hope and Savior of Israel by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the prophet Jeremiah's heartfelt plea to God, questioning why He seems distant and unable to save, amidst the deep sin and idolatry of Judah and Jerusal |
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Baptism of the Spirit by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of learning from history and not repeating the mistakes of the past. He highlights the 400 years of captivity that the Israel |
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Dying to Self by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of dying to oneself in order to find spiritual power and fulfill the larger cause of Jesus Christ. He references the verse John |







