it seemed good also to me, after having understood all the things from the beginning with great diligence, to write them unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,

and provide them beasts that they may set Paul on and bring him safe unto Felix the governor.

Claudius Lysias unto the most excellent governor Felix sends greeting.

we accept it always and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness.

Then Paul, after 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;

And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled and answered, Go away for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee.

But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus, but speak forth words of truth and temperance.