And when it was told me of the ambush, that they arrayed for him, [or of the treasons, that they made ready to him], I sent him to thee, and I warned also the accusers, that they say at thee. Farewell.
To whom I answered, That it is not custom to Romans, to damn any man, before that he that is accused have his accusers present, and take place of defending, to put away the crimes, that be put against him.