Anchor
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Easton's 1897
From Acts 27:29, 30, 40, it would appear that the Roman vessels carried several anchors, which were attached to the stern as well as to the prow. The Roman anchor, like the modern one, had two teeth or flukes. In Heb. 6:19 the word is used metaphorically for that which supports or keeps one steadfast in the time of trial or of doubt. It is an emblem of hope.
“If you fear, Put all your trust in God: that anchor holds.”
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · public domain
Smith's 1863
Smith's Bible Dictionary (1863) · public domain
ISBE 1915
an'-ker. See SHIPS AND BOATS.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915) · public domain
In Scripture
4 references found in the entries above · verse links open the World English Bible
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Sources
- Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · Public domain
- Smith's Bible Dictionary (1863) · Public domain
- International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915) · Public domain