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Myra

Myra was an ancient port city in Lycia (modern-day Turkey) where Paul's ship stopped during his journey to Rome. It serves as a historical landmark in Paul's missionary travels and arrest.

Overview

Myra was a significant harbor city in the Roman province of Lycia, located on the southern coast of Asia Minor. When Paul was being transported as a prisoner to Rome, his ship stopped at Myra to change vessels, highlighting the city's importance as a major Mediterranean port during the first century.

Key Scriptures

"When we had sailed across the sea off Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra in Lycia" (Acts 27:5, ESV).

"There the centurion found an Alexandrian ship sailing to Italy and put us on board" (Acts 27:6, ESV).

Application

The historical details of Paul's journey remind us that God sovereignly orchestrated even the logistics of travel to accomplish His purposes in advancing the gospel to Rome.

Scripture References 2
Acts 27:5 Acts 27:6
Full Topical Reference List 2 total — Nave's Topical Bible

A city of Lycia. Paul visits.

Acts 27:5 Acts 27:6
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