Acts 24:2 - Modern King James Version

² And being called, Tertullus began to accuse, saying,

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

² And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto this nation by thy providence,

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

² And when he was called, Tertullus began the complaint [against him] by saying: Since through you we obtain and enjoy much peace, and since by your foresight and provision wonderful reforms (amendments and improvements) are introduced and effected on behalf of this nation,

American Standard Version (1901)

² And when he was called, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy much peace, and that by thy providence evils are corrected for this nation,

Common English Bible

² After the governor summoned Paul, Tertullus began to make his case against him. He declared, “Under your leadership, we have experienced substantial peace, and your administration has brought reforms to our nation.

Catholic Public Domain Version

² And having summoned Paul, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying: "Most excellent Felix, since we have much peace through you, and many things may be corrected by your providence,

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

² And Paul being called for, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying: Whereas through thee we live in much peace, and many things are rectified by thy providence,

Acts 24:2 Tagairtí Cros

Psalm 10:3

For the wicked boasts of his heart's desire, and blesses the covetous whom Jehovah despises.

Proverbs 26:28

A lying tongue hates those afflicted by it, and a flattering mouth works ruin.

Proverbs 29:5

A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

Acts 24:1

And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders and with a certain orator, Tertullus, who made a statement to the governor against Paul.

Acts 24:3

Since we enjoy great quietness by you, and very worthy deeds are done to this nation due to your forethought, in everything and everywhere, most noble Felix, we accept with all thankfulness.

Jude 1:16

These are murmurers, complainers, leading lives according to their lusts. And their mouth speaks proud things, admiring faces for the sake of gain.