I determined also, as soon as I had searched out diligently all things from the beginning, that then I would write unto thee, good Theophilus,

And deliver them beasts that they may put Paul on, and bring him safe unto Felix the high deputy;

"Claudius Lysias unto the most mighty ruler Felix sendeth greetings.

that allow we ever and in all places, most mighty Felix with all thanks.

Then Paul, after that the ruler himself had beckoned unto him that he should speak, answered, "I shall with a more quiet mind answer for myself, forasmuch as I understand that thou hast been of many years a judge unto this people,

And as he preached of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come; Felix trembled, and answered, "Thou hast done enough at this time: depart. When I have a convenient time, I will send for thee."

And Paul said, "I am not mad, most dear Festus: but speak the words of truth and soberness.