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When Paul had been summoned, Tertullus began to accuse him. He said to Felix, "Your Excellency, through your wise leadership we have lasting peace and reforms that benefit the people.
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We appreciate what you've done in every way and in every place, and we want to thank you very much.
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I don't want to keep you too long. Please listen to us. We will be brief.
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We have found this man to be a troublemaker. He starts quarrels among all Jews throughout the world. He's a ringleader of the Nazarene sect.
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He also entered the temple courtyard in a way that violates our tradition. So we arrested him.
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When you cross-examine him, you'll be able to find out from him that our accusations are true."
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The Jews supported Tertullus' accusations and asserted that everything Tertullus said was true.
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The governor motioned for Paul to speak. Paul responded, "I know that you have been a judge over this nation for many years. So I'm pleased to present my case to you.
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You can verify for yourself that I went to Jerusalem to worship no more than twelve days ago.
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No one found me having a discussion with anyone in the temple courtyard or stirring up a crowd in the synagogues throughout the city.