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And as he reasoned of righteousness, and self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was terrified, and answered, Go thy way for this time; and when I have a convenient season, I will call thee unto me.

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A.T. Robertson

A.T. Robertson

A.T.Robertson

19th Century
Southern Baptist
19th Century

Was terrified (εμφοβος γενομενος). Ingre ive aorist middle of γινομα, "becoming terrified." Εμφοβος (εν and φοβος) old word, in th…

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

And as he reasoned. Greek, "And he discoursing." dialegomenou de autou. No argument should be drawn from the word that is used he…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Righteousness, temperance, and judgment.—The first word, like our English “justice,” includes in Greek ethics the duties which man…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor'sBible Commentary

20th Century
20th Century

Added to the description of Felix’s response is this vignette about the interaction between the Roman governor, his Jewish wife, and the Christian …

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

And as he disputed. Felix hoped that he would take some delight in Paul’s sermon, as men who desire new things willingly feed their ears w…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and
judgment to come
The apostle not…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The apostle reasoned concerning the nature and obligations of righteousness, temperance, and a judgment to come, thus showing the oppressive judge …

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