21 It was for this reason that the Jews, having apprehended me when I was in the temple, attempted to kill me.
22 But having been aided by the help of God, even to this day, I stand witnessing to the small and the great, saying nothing beyond what the Prophets and Moses have said would be in the future:
23 that the Christ would suffer, and that he would be the first from the resurrection of the dead, and that he would bring light to the people and to the nations.'
24 While he was speaking these things and presenting his defense, Festus said with a loud voice: 'Paul, you are insane! Too much studying has turned you to insanity.'
25 And Paul said: 'I am not insane, most excellent Festus, but rather I am speaking words of truth and sobriety.
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