Acts 24:16

Translations

Modern

In this hope, I strive always to maintain a clear conscience before God and man.

Traditional

And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.

Literal

In this I myself also strive to have a conscience without offense toward God and men through everything.

Latin

In hoc et ipse studeo sine offendiculo conscientiam habere ad Deum et ad homines semper.

Original

Greek

English

In this hope, I strive always to maintain a clear conscience before God and man.

Notes

Acts 24:16

Paul emphasized that he had acted with a clear conscience (see 20:27, 33; 23:1; 1 Corinthians 4:4; 2 Corinthians 1:12; 4:2; see also 2 Timothy 1:3). He remained true to his Jewish heritage and did not fear God's judgment (Acts 24:14, 15).

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 Timothy 1:5
The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.
Acts 23:1
Paul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.”
2 Corinthians 4:2
Instead, we have renounced secret and shameful ways. We do not practice deceit, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by open proclamation of the truth, we commend ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.
Hebrews 10:22
…let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.
Romans 2:15
So they show that the work of the law is written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts either accusing or defending them
2 Corinthians 1:12
For this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in relation to you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God—not in worldly wisdom, but in the grace of God.
1 Peter 3:21
And this water symbolizes the baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body, but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God—through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,
2 Timothy 1:3
I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience as did my forefathers, as I constantly remember you night and day in my prayers.
Titus 1:15
To the pure, all things are pure; but to the defiled and unbelieving, nothing is pure. Indeed, both their minds and their consciences are defiled.
1 Corinthians 4:4
My conscience is clear, but that does not vindicate me. It is the Lord who judges me.
Titus 2:11–13
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone.
1 Peter 2:19
For if anyone endures the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God, this is to be commended.

Glossary

Book of the Acts of the Apostles Caesarea Felix, Antonius History of Israel Judge Paul the Apostle Procurator The Way

Topics

Conscience: General Scriptures Concerning Conscience: we should Have the Approval of Defense of Paul Heresy: Disavowed by Paul Holiness: General Scriptures Concerning Honesty: General Scriptures Concerning Integrity: General Scriptures Concerning Obedience: Exemplified Offense: Saints should Have a Conscience Void of Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul Select Readings: Paul in Front of Governor Felix Self-Defense: Accused Persons Heard In Sinlessness: General Scriptures Concerning The Conscience

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