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Acts 26:25

Acts 26:25 is verse 25 of Acts chapter 26, shown here in the Berean Standard Bible.

Berean Standard Bible

But Paul answered, “I am not insane, most excellent Festus; I am speaking words of truth and sobriety.

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King James Version

But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.

World English Bible

But he said, “I am not crazy, most excellent Festus, but boldly declare words of truth and reasonableness.

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Acts 26:23–27 · Berean Standard Bible

23 that the Christ would suffer, and as the first to rise from the dead, would proclaim light to our people and to the Gentiles.”

24 At this stage of Paul’s defense, Festus exclaimed in a loud voice, “You are insane, Paul! Your great learning is driving you to madness!”

25 But Paul answered, “I am not insane, most excellent Festus; I am speaking words of truth and sobriety.

26 For the king knows about these matters, and I can speak freely to him. I am confident that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner.

27 King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do.”

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Cross-references

The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge lists these related verses. Scripture text comes from the Berean Standard Bible.

John 8:49

“I do not have a demon,” Jesus replied, “but I honor My Father, and you dishonor Me.

1 Peter 2:21

For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps:

1 Peter 2:22

“He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in His mouth.”

1 Peter 2:23

When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly.

1 Peter 3:9

Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,

Acts 23:26

Claudius Lysias, To His Excellency, Governor Felix: Greetings.

Acts 24:3

In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.

Luke 1:3

Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,

Titus 1:9

He must hold firmly to the faithful word as it was taught, so that he can encourage others by sound teaching and refute those who contradict it.

Titus 2:7

In everything, show yourself to be an example by doing good works. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,

Titus 2:8

and wholesome speech that is above reproach, so that anyone who opposes us will be ashamed to have nothing bad to say about us.

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