we acknowledge this in every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, with all gratitude.
I too have decided, after investigating everything accurately anew, to write it down in an orderly sequence for you, most excellent Theophilus,
Provide mounts for Paul to ride and give him safe conduct to Felix the governor.”
“Claudius Lysias to his excellency the governor Felix, greetings.
When they arrived in Caesarea they delivered the letter to the governor and presented Paul to him.
When he was called, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, “Since we have attained much peace through you, and reforms have been accomplished in this nation through your provident care,
But in order not to detain you further, I ask you to give us a brief hearing with your customary graciousness.
But Paul replied, “I am not mad, most excellent Festus; I am speaking words of truth and reason.