But Paulsaidto them, "They have beatenus in publicwithout trial,menwho are Romans,and have thrownus into prison;and noware they sending us awaysecretly?Noindeed!But let them comethemselvesand bringus out."
Can a throneof destructionbe alliedwith You, One which devisesmischiefby decree?
The wickedfleewhen nooneis pursuing,But the righteousare boldas a lion.
And Josephher husband,beinga righteous manand not wantingto disgraceher, plannedto send her awaysecretly.
"Behold,I sendyou out as sheepin the midstof wolves;sobe shrewdas serpentsand innocentas doves.
"ThereforeI will punishHim and releaseHim."
