Bible Dictionary
Samothracia
Samothracia is the Greek name for Samothrace, an island in the Aegean Sea that Paul passed during his first missionary journey and possibly on his return voyage.
Definition
Samothracia is the Greek name for Samothrace, a lofty island in the Aegean Sea off the coast of Thrace. It was conspicuous to sailors and served as a landmark on voyages across the northern Aegean.
Biblical Usage
Paul passed Samothracia while sailing from Troas to Neapolis on his first missionary journey and may have encountered it again on his return voyage.
Historical Background
The island is about eight miles long and six miles broad. Its modern name is Samothraki.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
An island in the AEgean Sea, off the coast of Thracia, about 32 miles distant. This Thracian Samos was passed by Paul on his voyage from Troas to Neapolis (Acts 16:11) on his first missionary journey. It is about 8 miles long and 6 miles broad. Its modern name is Samothraki.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Mention is made of this island in the account of St. Paul’s first voyage to Europe. (Acts 16:11; 20:6) Being very lofty and conspicuous, it is an excellent landmark for sailors, and must have been full in view, if the weather was clear throughout that voyage from Troas to Neapolis.