Acts 25:16

The Passion Translation

I explained to them that it is not our Roman custom to condemn any man before he has an opportunity to face his accusers and present his defense.

Cross References

Genesis 39:19

When his master heard his wife’s account about how his servant had treated her, he became furious.

Proverbs 18:13

Listen before you speak, for to speak before you’ve heard the facts will bring humiliation.

Proverbs 18:17

There are two sides to every story. The first one to speak sounds true until you hear the other side and they set the record straight.

Luke 12:11

And remember this: When people publicly accuse you and forcefully drag you before the religious leaders and authorities, do not be troubled. Don’t worry about defending yourself or how to answer their accusations.

John 7:51

He cautioned them, saying, “Does our law decide a man’s guilt before we first hear him and allow him to defend himself?”

Acts 23:30

When I was informed of an imminent plot to kill him, I sent him to you at once, and I have ordered his accusers to also come before you and state their charges against him. Sincerely, Claudius Lysias

Acts 23:35

The governor said, “I will give you a full hearing when your accusers arrive here also.” Then he ordered that Paul be kept under guard in Herod’s palace.

Acts 26:1

King Agrippa said to Paul, “You may now state your case.” Paul motioned with his hand for silence, then began his defense.