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On what island was Paul shipwrecked as he made his way to Rome?


Malta
Crete
Rhodes
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The answer is: Malta

Acts 28:1 - or Melita, now known as Malta.

When Paul was shipwrecked on his journey to Rome, he washed ashore on the island of Malta, a small but historically rich speck in the Mediterranean Sea. The episode is recounted in Acts 28:1 where it mentions that after surviving the shipwreck, the inhabitants of Malta warmly welcomed Paul and the other survivors—a beautiful reminder of human kindness amidst adversity.

Curiously, Malta is often associated with great hospitality; its people, known historically as the Phoenicians, were famed traders. The island has a long and varied history, not just as a resting place for shipwrecked souls, but also as a melting pot of cultures and religions, having been influenced by the Romans, Arabs, and Knights of St. John, among others.

Moreover, during Paul's stay, an extraordinary experience occurred. He was bitten by a viper but miraculously suffered no harm, leading the Maltese people to think he might be a god. This event highlights themes throughout the Bible of divine protection and the often-surprising nature of faith in action, echoing the story of Daniel in the lion's den or Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace—situations where faith led to survival against the odds.

Today, Malta remains a fascinating territory rich in biblical history, with archaeological sites that attract many visitors yearning to connect with its incredible past.

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