Acts 26:25

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

Thomas Haweis 1795 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

24As thus he was proceeding in his defence, Festus with a loud voice said, Paul, thou art raving; much reading hath driven thee to madness.

26For the king is well acquainted with these things, before whom also I speak with the greatest freedom. For I am persuaded that none of these events have escaped his notice; for this thing was not done in a corner.

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Cross References

John 8:49Jesus answered, I have not a devil; but I honour my Father, and ye dishonour me.

Acts 24:3always and in all places we acknowledge it, most excellent Felix, with all gratitude.

Titus 2:7In all things approving thyself as a pattern of good works: in thy teaching, shewing integrity, gravity, incorruptibility,

1 Peter 3:9not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the divine benediction.

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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