Acts 27:40

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⁴⁰So they cut the cables and severed the anchors and left them in the sea while at the same time ^[a]unlashing the ropes of the rudders; and after hoisting the foresail to the wind, they headed steadily for the beach.

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Acts 27:40 Ships of this period and region often had two large paddles on either side of the stern for steering, and when not in use they would be secured with ropes. This was particularly necessary in foul weather, where the sea might dislodge a rudder. Now that they were casting off, the rudders had to be freed and lowered into the water for use.

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