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Augustus band

(Acts 27:1.: literally, of Sebaste, the Greek form of Augusta, the name given to Caesarea in honour of Augustus Caesar). Probably this “band” or cohort consisted of Samaritan soldiers belonging to Caesarea.

Also from Smith's (1884) +

(Acts 27:1) [Army]

In the Bible

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

  • Acts 27:1

    When it was decided that we would sail for Italy, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius, who belonged to the Imperial Regiment.

Scripture on Augustus band

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Augustus band references

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

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