Thematic Bible: Tertullus flatters felix

And [when] he had been summoned, Tertullus began to accuse [him], saying, "We have experienced much peace through you, and reforms are taking place in this nation through your foresight. Both in every [way] and everywhere we acknowledge [this], most excellent Felix, with all gratitude. But so that I may not impose on you for longer, I implore you to hear us briefly with your [customary] graciousness.