Acts 24:2

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

When Paul was called in, Tertullus began to accuse him and said, ‘We enjoy great peace because of you, and reforms are taking place for the benefit of this nation because of your foresight.

Cross References

Proverbs 29:5

A person who flatters his neighbour spreads a net for his feet.

Proverbs 26:28

A lying tongue hates those it crushes, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

Jude 1:16

These people are discontented grumblers, living according to their desires;  their mouths utter arrogant words, flattering  people for their own advantage.

Acts 24:1

Five days later Ananias  the high priest came down with some elders and a lawyer named Tertullus. These men presented their case against Paul to the governor.

Acts 24:3

We acknowledge this in every way and everywhere, most excellent  Felix, with utmost gratitude.