Acts 27:43

But the centurion, willing to save Paul, kept them from their purpose; and commanded that they which could swim should cast themselves first into the sea, and get to land:

Cross-reference

Acts 27:11 Contrast

In Acts 27:11 the centurion disregards Paul's advice — a direct contrast with his later act to save Paul's life.

Acts 22:25 Parallel

In Acts 22:25, Paul's citizenship stops a flogging; here the centurion prevents the soldiers' execution plot — both times a centurion spares Paul's life.

Acts 23:10 Parallel

Acts 23:10 records a tribune rescuing Paul from a mob — a parallel Roman officer protecting Paul from death.

Acts 23:24 Parallel

Acts 23:24 has the tribune arranging safe passage for Paul — another instance of a Roman officer ensuring Paul's safety.

Jeremiah 26:24 tells of Ahikam shielding Jeremiah from death, mirroring the centurion's protection of Paul.