Τρωάς (Trōas)
Trōas
Troas
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 6 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
Troas is a coastal city in northern Asia Minor, situated near the Hellespont. Its name derives from Tros, the legendary founder of Troy, marking it as a place with deep historical roots in Greek mythology and ancient history. In the New Testament, it appears primarily as a significant geographic marker for the Apostle Paul’s missionary journeys.
The city is mentioned six times across Acts, Second Corinthians, and Second Timothy. It serves as a crucial turning point in Acts 16, where Paul receives the vision of the Macedonian call, shifting the mission from Asia to Europe. Later accounts in Acts 20 and 2 Timothy 4:13 highlight it as a place of departure and lingering personal connections, such as leaving books and parchments with Carpus.
As a harbor town, Troas functioned as a vital link between the East and West. Its inclusion in the biblical narrative underscores the rapid expansion of early Christianity into the heart of the Roman world, moving from Asian provinces directly into Europe through this strategic port city.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Troas was more than a stop on a map; it was a place where God redirected history. In Acts 16, Paul received a vision there that shifted the Gospel from Asia into Europe. This reminds us that when plans change or doors close, God may be opening a new path we did not see coming.
Paul also left personal items there, showing that faith and daily life are connected. He cared for his cloak and books, trusting others to keep them safe while he continued his journey. We can trust God with our own resources and relationships, knowing He uses ordinary places for extraordinary purposes.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 6 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Troas4×
- Troas;1×
- Troas.1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Τρῳάδα2×
- Τρῳάδος1×
- Τρῳάδι·1×
- Τρῳάδι1×
- Τρῳάδα.1×
Key Verses
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Acts 16:11
Setting sail therefore from Troas, we made a straight course to Samothrace, and the day following to Neapolis;
This verse marks the moment Paul sailed from Troas to Europe, fulfilling the vision that expanded the Gospel beyond Asia.
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II Corinthians 2:12
Now when I came to Troas for the Good News of Christ, and when a door was opened to me in the Lord,
Paul describes Troas as a place where God opened a door for ministry, highlighting divine opportunity in specific locations.
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II Timothy 4:13
Bring the cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus when you come—and the books, especially the parchments.
This request shows Paul’s trust in others to safeguard his personal belongings, linking faith with practical community care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Troas mean in the Bible?
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What did Paul leave at Troas?
Every Occurrence (6 verses across 3 books)
Acts 4 verses
Passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas.
Acts 16:11Setting sail therefore from Troas, we made a straight course to Samothrace, and the day following to Neapolis;
Acts 20:5But these had gone ahead, and were waiting for us at Troas.
Acts 20:6We sailed away from Philippi after the days of Unleavened Bread, and came to them at Troas in five days, where we…