Acts 20:5 Meaning and Explanation
“These going before tarried for us at Troas.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The companions go ahead and wait at Troas; the word "us" signals that Luke has rejoined Paul's company.
What Does Acts 20:5 Mean?
The seven sail ahead while Paul lingers at Philippi. With this verse the story quietly becomes "us" and "we": Luke, the author, has rejoined Paul at Philippi, the very city where the earlier "we" passages broke off (Acts 16:10-17).
Luke's presence means the scenes ahead — Troas, Miletus, the long voyage to Jerusalem — come from an eyewitness who walked the roads and counted the days (Luke 1:3). God gave us much of Scripture through faithful companions keeping faithful records; the Lord works through careful hands as surely as through burning hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acts 20:5
What does Acts 20:5 mean?
The companions go ahead and wait at Troas; the word "us" signals that Luke has rejoined Paul's company.