Acts 24:10

Translations

Modern

When the governor motioned for Paul to speak, he began his response: “Knowing that you have been a judge over this nation for many years, I gladly make my defense.

Traditional

Then Paul, after that the governor had beckoned unto him to speak, answered, Forasmuch as I know that thou hast been of many years a judge unto this nation, I do the more cheerfully answer for myself:

Literal

And the governor having motioned to him to speak, Paul answered: “Knowing you as being a judge to this nation for many years, I make a defense cheerfully to the things concerning myself,

Latin

Respondit autem Paulus (annuente sibi præside dicere): Ex multis annis te esse judicem genti huic sciens, bono animo pro me satisfaciam.

Original

Greek

English

When the governor motioned for Paul to speak, he began his response: “Knowing that you have been a judge over this nation for many years, I gladly make my defense.

Notes

Acts 24:10–21

Paul defended himself by saying:

he was not in Jerusalem long enough to start a riot;
none of those who accused him saw him causing a riot; and
he worshiped according to Jewish law and the writings of the prophets.

Acts 24:1–27

Tertullus presented a legal case against Paul in a Roman court on behalf of the high priest (24:1–9). Then Paul cheerfully defended himself and his faith (24:10–21). The governor paused the hearing without making a decision. He kept Paul in prison for two years (24:22–27).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

Events

Paul sent to Felixc. AD 56

Related verses

1 Peter 3:15
But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,
1 Samuel 2:25
If a man sins against another man, God can intercede for him; but if a man sins against the LORD, who can intercede for him?” But they would not listen to their father, since the LORD intended to put them to death.
Acts 19:33
The Jews in the crowd pushed Alexander forward to explain himself, and he motioned for silence so he could make his defense to the people.
Acts 26:1
Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense:
Acts 18:15
But since it is a dispute about words and names and your own law, settle it yourselves. I refuse to be a judge of such things.”
Acts 13:16
Paul stood up, motioned with his hand, and began to speak: “Men of Israel and you Gentiles who fear God, listen to me!
Acts 12:17
Peter motioned with his hand for silence, and he described how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. “Send word to James and to the brothers,” he said, and he left for another place.
Acts 23:24
Provide mounts for Paul to take him safely to Governor Felix.”
Luke 12:14
But Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed Me judge or executor between you?”
Luke 18:2
“In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected men.
Acts 21:40
Having received permission, Paul stood on the steps and motioned to the crowd. A great hush came over the crowd, and he addressed them in Hebrew:

People

Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles, author of many NT epistles

Glossary

Book of the Acts of the Apostles Caesarea Essenes Felix, Antonius History of Israel Judge Paul the Apostle Persecution Procurator

Topics

Courts of Justice: The Accused: Permitted to Plead Their own Cause Defense of Paul Flattery: Paul Correctly Informs Felix Prisoners: Permitted to Make Defense Select Readings: Paul in Front of Governor Felix Self-Defense: Accused Persons Heard In

Acts 24:10

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