Thematic Bible
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false Accusation » Incidents illustrative of » Against paul
Jason welcomed them. They all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
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They shouted: Men of Israel, help! This is the man who teaches all men everywhere against the people, and the law, and this place; and moreover he brought Greeks also into the temple, and defiled this holy place.
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We have found this man to be a troublemaker who stirs up sedition (resists lawful authority) among all the Jews throughout the world. He is a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes. He even tried to desecrate the temple. So we captured him according to our law.
Neither can they prove the things for which they now accuse me.
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The high priest and Jewish leaders brought charges against Paul.
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When he arrived the Jews who also came there from Jerusalem presented many grievous complaints against Paul. They could not prove them.
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Why not say, Let us do evil so that good may come? Some people have insulted me by accusing me of saying this very thing! They should be condemned and they will be.
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Advocate » Tertullus
After five days Ananias the high priest came down with the elders. They brought an orator, Tertullus, who made a statement to the governor against Paul. Tertullus presented his case: We have seen peace under your rule. Excellent accomplishments have come to this nation due to your forethought. We acknowledge this with profound gratitude, most excellent Felix. read more.
That I not hinder you more, I request that you to hear us briefly in fairness. We have found this man to be a troublemaker who stirs up sedition (resists lawful authority) among all the Jews throughout the world. He is a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes. He even tried to desecrate the temple. So we captured him according to our law. But the Roman commander Lysias came to us with the use of force and snatched him from our hands. He commanded his accusers to come to you. Examine him yourself and you will learn the truth about these charges we bring against him. The Jews also joined in accusing him, saying that these things were true.
That I not hinder you more, I request that you to hear us briefly in fairness. We have found this man to be a troublemaker who stirs up sedition (resists lawful authority) among all the Jews throughout the world. He is a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes. He even tried to desecrate the temple. So we captured him according to our law. But the Roman commander Lysias came to us with the use of force and snatched him from our hands. He commanded his accusers to come to you. Examine him yourself and you will learn the truth about these charges we bring against him. The Jews also joined in accusing him, saying that these things were true.
the Law of moses » Divided into » Civil, relating to administration of justice
Paul said to him: God will strike you, white washed wall! Do you sit judging me according to the Law, and against law command me to be struck?
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Approach the Levitical priest or the judge who is in office in those days. Inquire of them and they will declare to you the verdict in the case. Act according to the terms of the verdict they declare to you from that place Jehovah chooses. Be careful to abide by all that they teach you. Act according to the verdict and the terms they tell you. Do not turn away from the word they declare to you.
He even tried to desecrate the temple. So we captured him according to our law.
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