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Afoot

Locations
Modern Location Assos, Turkey
Coordinates 39.4958, 26.3361

Geographical Setting

Assos is an ancient Greek city located on the Aegean coast of modern-day Turkey, known for its acropolis and temple of Athena.

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Paul traveled on foot from Troas to Assos to bypass a difficult sea voyage, a route documented in Acts 20:13.

What is the meaning of Afoot in the Bible?

Paul traveled on foot from Troas to Assos to bypass a difficult sea voyage, a route documented in Acts 20:13.

SIGNIFICANCE

Understanding this journey clarifies the geographical logistics of Paul's missionary travels and the practical decisions he made regarding travel safety and efficiency.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Afoot (located near modern Assos, Turkey) held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Afoot in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Afoot clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: Acts 20:13

Source Attribution & Provenance

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.

How to Cite This Entry

"Afoot." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/afoot/
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