Acts 26:25
“But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For the king knoweth of these things,.... Something of them, of the sufferings and resurrection of the Messiah, and of…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
I am not mad - I am not deranged. There are few more happy turns than what Paul gives to this accusation of Festus. He…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
I am not mad, most noble Festus - This most sensible, appropriate, and modest answer, was the fullest proof he could…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Acts 26:24-32
We have reason to think that Paul had a great deal more to say in defence of the gospel he preached, and for the honour…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
most noble[R. V.excellent] Festus The same title of respect which is given to Felix (Act 23:26; Act 24:3). As St…
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