But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness. Treasury of Scripture I am not. John 8:49 Jesus answered, I have not a devil; but I honor my Father, and you do dishonor me. 1 Peter 2:21-23 For even hereunto were you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow his steps... 1 Peter 3:9,15 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that you are thereunto called... most. Acts 23:26 Claudius Lysias to the most excellent governor Felix sends greeting. *Gr: Acts 24:3 We accept it always, and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness. Luke 1:3 It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write to you in order... *Gr: words. Titus 1:9 Holding fast the faithful word as he has been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the disputers... Titus 2:7,8 In all things showing yourself a pattern of good works: in doctrine showing soundness, gravity, sincerity...
Context Festus Interrupts Paul's Defense
24And as he thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, you are beside yourself; much learning does make you mad. 25But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness. 26For the king knows of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner. 27King Agrippa, believe you the prophets? I know that you believe. 28Then Agrippa said to Paul, Almost you persuade me to be a Christian. 29And Paul said, I would to God, that not only you, but also all that hear me this day, were both almost, and altogether such as I am, except these bonds. 30And when he had thus spoken, the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them: 31And when they were gone aside, they talked between themselves, saying, This man does nothing worthy of death or of bonds. 32Then said Agrippa to Festus, This man might have been set at liberty, if he had not appealed to Caesar. Parallel Verses American Standard Version
But Paul saith, I am not mad, most excellent Festus; but speak forth words of truth and soberness.
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Paul said: I am not mad, most excellent Festus, but I speak words of truth and soberness.
Darby Bible Translation
But Paul said, I am not mad, most excellent Festus, but utter words of truth and soberness;
King James Bible
But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.
Young's Literal Translation
and he saith, 'I am not mad, most noble Festus, but of truth and soberness the sayings I speak forth;
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