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Salmone

A promontory on the east of Crete, under which Paul sailed on his voyage to Rome (Acts 27:7); the modern Cape Sidero.

Also from Smith's (1884) +

(clothed), the east point of the island of Crete. (Acts 27:7) It is a bold promontory, and is visible for a long distance.

In the Bible

1

Verses where Salmone is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).

  • Acts 27:7

    After sailing slowly for many days, we arrived off Cnidus. When the wind impeded us, we sailed to the lee of Crete, opposite Salmone.

Scripture on Salmone

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Salmone references

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Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · Smith's Bible Dictionary (1884)

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