Acts 27:2

And entering into a ship of Adramyttium, we launched, meaning to sail by the coasts of Asia; one Aristarchus, a Macedonian of Thessalonica, being with us.

Cross-references

Acts 16:10-13 marks the first 'we' passage where Luke joins Paul in Troas. Establishes the first-person perspective used in Acts 27:2.

Acts 20:4 Historical context

Acts 20:4 identifies Aristarchus of Thessalonica as a companion of Paul, same person mentioned here. Provides background.

Acts 20:15 Parallel

Acts 20:15 is part of the same 'we' travel narrative, detailing Paul's earlier sea route. Shows consistent sailing style of Luke's account.

Acts 19:29 Historical context

Acts 19:29 explicitly calls Aristarchus a Macedonian and Paul's companion in travel — directly matching the description in Acts 27:2 and giving earlier context.

Acts 28:16 Historical context

Acts 28:16 records Paul's arrival in Rome — the journey begun in Acts 27:2 reaches its final destination, completing the voyage narrative.

Acts 17:1 Historical context

Acts 17:1 shows Paul first visiting Thessalonica — the hometown of Aristarchus (mentioned in Acts 27:2), explaining his origin as a Macedonian companion.

Acts 20:5 Historical context

In Acts 20:5, Aristarchus is listed among those who went ahead to Troas — showing he was a long-term companion of Paul, not just on this voyage.

Acts 21:1 Parallel

In Acts 21:1, the 'we' narrative describes Paul's sea voyage from Miletus to Tyre — similar to the voyage from Caesarea in Acts 27:2.

Colossians 4:10 mentions Aristarchus as a fellow prisoner, reinforcing his close association with Paul beyond Acts.

Philemon 1:24 lists Aristarchus as a fellow worker of Paul, confirming his role as a ministry partner.