Acts 26:25

"I am not mad, most noble Festus," said Paul,

Montgomery 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 Paul thus made his defense, Festus exclaimed in a loud voice. "Paul, you are raving mad; your great learning is driving you mad."

26"I am speaking words of sober truth. For the King, to whom I am speaking freely, knows of these matters. I am persuaded that not one of these things has escaped his notice; for these things were not done in a corner.

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Cross References

John 8:49"I do not have a demon," said Jesus, "but I am honoring my Father, and you are dishonoring me.

Acts 24:3"owing to your wise care, has been improved in every respect and in every place, we accept it with profound thankfulness.

Titus 2:7In your teaching be serious and sincere.

1 Peter 3:9not paying back evil for evil or abuse for abuse, but on the contrary giving a blessing. Because for this you have been called - to inherit a 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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