Acts 26:25

But he replied: I am not mad, most excellent Festus, but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.

Henry Tompkins Anderson’s 1864 New Testament

In The King James Version

But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.

In Context

24And as he spoke these things in his defense, Festus said, with a loud voice; Paul, you are mad; much learning drives you to madness.

26For the king has knowledge of these things, before whom, also, I speak with boldness; for I am persuaded that none of these things have escaped his notice; for this was not done in a corner.

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Cross References

John 8:49Jesus answered: I have not a demon; but I honor my Father, and you dishonor me.

Acts 24:3Since through you we enjoy great quietness, and since whatever has been undertaken for this nation has been conducted to a successful issue by your foresight at all times and in all places, we accept it, most excellent Felix, with all thankfulness.

Titus 2:7in all things showing yourself an example of good works; in teaching, showing incorruptness, gravity,

1 Peter 3:9not repaying evil for evil, nor reviling for reviling, but, on the other hand, blessing, since you know that for this end you were called, that you might inherit blessing.

Matthew Henry on Acts 26:25-32

Paul's Fifth Defence. 24 And as he thus spake for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, thou art beside thyself; much learning doth make thee mad. 25 But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness. 26 For the king knoweth of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner. 27 King Agrippa, believest thou the prophets? I know that thou believest. 28 Then… Read the whole commentary →

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