Σαλμώνη (Salmōnē)
Salmōnē
Salmone
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
Salmōnē refers to a bold promontory located on the eastern tip of the island of Crete. In the New Testament, this specific geographical name appears only once, in Acts 27:7, during the narrative of Paul’s voyage to Rome.
The sources note that its etymology is uncertain, though it may share roots with a word meaning "clothed," perhaps alluding to the landscape or local legend. As a landmark, it served as a critical reference point for ancient sailors navigating the Mediterranean, marking a significant stage in the journey described in Acts.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Salmone appears in Acts 27:7 as a landmark on the coast of Crete. It marks a specific moment in Paul’s journey to Rome, where sailors had to sail under the lee of the island because the wind would not allow them to go further. This detail shows that God’s plan for Paul was unfolding through real-world events, including weather conditions and navigation challenges.
When we read about places like Salmone, it reminds us that our lives are also lived in specific contexts. Just as the ship had to adjust its course based on the wind, we may face circumstances that slow us down or redirect our paths. These moments are not signs of failure but part of a larger journey guided by God’s providence.
Even when progress seems difficult or delayed, we can trust that God is with us. The story of Paul’s voyage encourages us to remain faithful in the midst of uncertainty, knowing that every step, even those marked by waiting or changing directions, is held within God’s care.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Salmone,1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Σαλμώνην,1×
Key Verses
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Acts 27:7
When we had sailed slowly many days, and had come with difficulty opposite Cnidus, the wind not allowing us further, we sailed under the lee of Crete, opposite Salmone.
This verse records the ship sailing under the lee of Crete opposite Salmone, showing how a geographical landmark played a role in the narrative of Paul’s journey to Rome.