Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days.

A colony

Bible References

Philippi

Acts 20:6
and we, after the days of unleaven bread, sailed from Philippi, and came to them into Troas within five days; where we spent seven days.
Philippians 1:1
Paul and Timothy, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints who are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons.
1 Thessalonians 2:2
but having suffered, and been abused, as you know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak to you the gospel of God in much conflict.

A colony

Acts 16:21
and they proclaimed customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, or to do, being Romans.