Salmone was the eastern promontory of Crete. Paul’s ship passed under it during the voyage toward Rome.
Definition
Salmone was the eastern promontory of the island of Crete. It was a prominent, bold headland visible from a considerable distance.
Biblical Usage
Paul’s ship passed under Salmone during the voyage toward Rome.
Historical Background
Salmone is identified with modern Cape Sidero at the eastern end of Crete.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A promontory on the east of Crete, under which Paul sailed on his voyage to Rome (Acts 27:7); the modern Cape Sidero.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(clothed), the east point of the island of Crete. (Acts 27:7) It is a bold promontory, and is visible for a long distance.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>sal-mo'-ne (Salmone): Ac 27:7.</p><p>See PHOENIX.</p>