²³ They wrote this letter by them:

²⁵ But he said, “I am not ^[a]mad, most noble Festus, but speak the words of truth and reason.

³ we accept it always and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness.

³ it seemed good to me also, having ^[a]had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write to you an orderly account, ^(A)most excellent Theophilus,

¹⁴ but I hope to see you shortly, and we shall speak face to face.

Peace to you. Our friends greet you. Greet the friends by name.

Greeting to the Twelve Tribes

1 James, ^(A)a bondservant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ,

To the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad:

Greetings.