Acts 27:28

French NFC 2019 (Nouvelle Français Courant)

Ils lancèrent une sonde et trouvèrent que l'eau était profonde de trente-sept mètres; un peu plus loin, ils lancèrent de nouveau la sonde et trouvèrent vingt-huit mètres de profondeur.

Que signifie ce verset ?

The verse describes sailors measuring the depth of water as they navigate through a stormy sea. They first measure twenty fathoms and then, after traveling a short distance, measure fifteen fathoms. This indicates that their ship is moving towards shallower waters.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you're in a boat with your friends during a big rainstorm. You use a long stick to check how deep the water is under your boat. At first, it's very deep, but after sailing for a little bit, it becomes less deep. This tells the sailors they are getting closer to land.

Contexte historique

The Book of Acts was written by Luke, a physician and companion of Paul, around 80-90 AD. The passage describes events during Paul's voyage under arrest from Caesarea to Rome. The cultural setting involves early Christian believers facing challenges while traveling through the Mediterranean region.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In modern times, we can apply this by being aware of our surroundings and circumstances, especially when navigating difficult situations. Like the sailors using their soundings to gauge depth and avoid danger, we should use wisdom and experience to navigate life's storms safely.

Thèmes

• navigation
• safety
• storms
• trust in God
• wisdom
• travel

Versets liés

• John 16:33
• Psalms 42:7
• Exodus 14:21-29
• Matthew 8:23-27
• Joshua 3:15-16

Questions fréquentes

What is a fathom?

A fathom is an old unit of measurement used primarily for the depth of water, equaling six feet or about 1.8 meters.

Why did they measure the depth?

The sailors were navigating through dangerous waters and needed to ensure that their ship was not approaching shallow areas where it could run aground.

How does this relate to Paul's journey?

Paul, a prisoner being transported by sea to Rome for his trial, relied on the skills of these sailors who were trying to avoid running into dangerous shallows during their perilous voyage.

What can we learn from the sailors' actions in this verse?

The sailors' actions teach us about using available tools and knowledge to navigate through difficult times, much like seeking guidance and wisdom to overcome challenges in our lives.