Acts 26:25

But he said: I am not mad, most noble Festus; but utter words of truth and soberness.

The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)

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 thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice: Paul, thou art mad; much learning makes thee mad.

26For the king knows well concerning these things, to whom also I speak boldly; for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this has not been 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 ye dishonor me.

Acts 24:3we accept it, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness.

Titus 2:7In all things showing thyself a pattern of good works; in teaching, showing uncorruptness, gravity,

1 Peter 3:9not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing; but on the contrary blessing, because to this end ye were called, that ye 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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