Who also honoured us with many honours; and when we departed, they laded us with such things as were necessary.
The people of Malta, also called Melita, honored Paul and his companions and supplied what they needed when they departed on their onward voyage. The provision furnished everything necessary for the voyage and was given generously. The departure took place after three months on the island.
This kindness from the islanders followed the healings performed on the island, including Paul's healing of Publius's father and other sick people. The honor and provision were extended to the whole shipwrecked company, not to Paul alone. The sea journey and stay gave the ship's crew and the islanders opportunity to witness God's power through Paul, hear the name of Jesus, and be converted through his teaching and miracles.
The people of Malta, also called Melita, honored Paul and his companions and supplied what they needed when they departed on their onward voyage. The provision furnished everything necessary for the voyage and was given generously. The departure took place after three months on the island.
This kindness from the islanders followed the healings performed on the island, including Paul's healing of Publius's father and other sick people. The honor and provision were extended to the whole shipwrecked company, not to Paul alone. The sea journey and stay gave the ship's crew and the islanders opportunity to witness God's power through Paul, hear the name of Jesus, and be converted through his teaching and miracles.