Acts 24:10

New International Version

When the governor motioned for him to speak, Paul replied: “I know that for a number of years you have been a judge over this nation; so I gladly make my defense.

Cross References

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

Acts 26:1

Then Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” So Paul motioned with his hand and began his defense:

Acts 23:24

Provide horses for Paul so that he may be taken safely to Governor Felix.”

Acts 21:40

After receiving the commander’s permission, Paul stood on the steps and motioned to the crowd. When they were all silent, he said to them in Aramaic:

Acts 19:33

The Jews in the crowd pushed Alexander to the front, and they shouted instructions to him. He motioned for silence in order to make a defense before the people.

Acts 18:15

But since it involves questions about words and names and your own law—settle the matter yourselves. I will not be a judge of such things.”

Acts 13:16

Standing up, Paul motioned with his hand and said: “Fellow Israelites and you Gentiles who worship God, listen to me!

Acts 12:17

Peter motioned with his hand for them to be quiet and described how the Lord had brought him out of prison. “Tell James and the other brothers and sisters about this,” he said, and then he left for another place.

Luke 18:2

He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared what people thought.

Luke 12:14

Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between you?”

1 Samuel 2:25

If one person sins against another, God may mediate for the offender; but if anyone sins against the Lord, who will intercede for them?” His sons, however, did not listen to their father’s rebuke, for it was the Lord’s will to put them to death.

Luke 12:11

“When you are brought before synagogues, rulers and authorities, do not worry about how you will defend yourselves or what you will say,