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Acts 24:22-27
New King James Version
Acts 24:22-27
New King James Version
Felix Procrastinates
22 But when Felix heard these things, having more accurate knowledge of the (A)Way, he adjourned the proceedings and said, “When (B)Lysias the commander comes down, I will make a decision on your case.” 23 So he commanded the centurion to keep Paul and to let him have liberty, and (C)told him not to forbid any of his friends to provide for or visit him.
24 And after some days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish, he sent for Paul and heard him concerning the (D)faith in Christ. 25 Now as he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and answered, “Go away for now; when I have a convenient time I will call for you.” 26 Meanwhile he also hoped that (E)money would be given him by Paul, [a]that he might release him. Therefore he sent for him more often and conversed with him.
27 But after two years Porcius Festus succeeded Felix; and Felix, (F)wanting to do the Jews a favor, left Paul bound.
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- Acts 24:26 NU omits that he might release him
Acts 24:22-27
New International Version
Acts 24:22-27
New International Version
22 Then Felix, who was well acquainted with the Way,(A) adjourned the proceedings. “When Lysias the commander comes,” he said, “I will decide your case.” 23 He ordered the centurion to keep Paul under guard(B) but to give him some freedom(C) and permit his friends to take care of his needs.(D)
24 Several days later Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish. He sent for Paul and listened to him as he spoke about faith in Christ Jesus.(E) 25 As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control(F) and the judgment(G) to come, Felix was afraid(H) and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.” 26 At the same time he was hoping that Paul would offer him a bribe, so he sent for him frequently and talked with him.
27 When two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus,(I) but because Felix wanted to grant a favor to the Jews,(J) he left Paul in prison.(K)
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