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"I am not mad, most noble Festus," replied Paul; "I am speaking words of sober truth.
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For the King, to whom I speak freely, knows about these matters. I am not to be persuaded that any detail of them has escaped his notice; for these things have not been done in a corner.
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King Agrippa, do you believe the Prophets? I know that you believe them."
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Agrippa answered, "In brief, you are doing your best to persuade me to become a Christian."
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"My prayer to God, whether briefly or at length," replied Paul, "would be that not only you but all who are my hearers to-day, might become such as I am--except these chains."