Lexical Definition

‎Φοῖνιξ‎ Phoînix (foy'-nix) Phoenix ^N:N-M-L
probably the same as ‎φοῖνιξ‎

Phenice.

• Phœnix, a place in Crete

Abbott-Smith

Φοῖνιξ, -ικος, ο, ἡ
(a) a Phœnician (also with fem., Φοίνισσα, Hom., al.);
(b) Phœnix, a city of Crete: Ac 27:12.†

Abbott-Smith References

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Phoenix • A harbor on the island of Crete

Phoenix was a harbor on the island of Crete where the ship carrying Paul and other prisoners attempted to winter during their journey to Rome.

• A location only mentioned at Act.27.12;
• only referred to as Phoenix Φοῖνιξ.
  

Phoenix, also known as Phoenice, was a harbor on the southern coast of the island of Crete, mentioned in the account of Paul's journey to Rome as a prisoner (Acts 27:12). During the voyage, the ship encountered a severe storm, and the crew debated whether to stay at the port of Fair Havens or sail to Phoenix to spend the winter (Acts 27:8-12). The majority decided to attempt the journey to Phoenix, as it was considered a more suitable harbor to winter in (Acts 27:12). However, before they could reach Phoenix, a violent wind drove the ship off course, ultimately leading to its shipwreck on the island of Malta (Acts 27:13-44). The exact location of Phoenix is not certain, but it is believed to have been situated on the southwestern coast of Crete, possibly near the modern-day town of Loutro or the village of Phiniki.

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