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However Festus answered that Paul was kept in custody at Caesarea, and that he himself was about to depart shortly.
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A Governor's Prudent Refusal
Commentators note that Festus's decision was not arbitrary. As the Roman governor, he rightly insisted the trial occur in Caesarea, the seat of his court, where Paul was already securely held. Scholars describe his answer as wise, prudent, and legally sound, as he refused the Jewish leaders' request while promising a speedy hearing on his own turf.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
But Festus answered, etc. What led Festus to refuse their request is not known. It is probable, however, that he was aware that Paul was a…
Howbeit (μεν ουν). No antithesis expressed, though Page considers δε in verse 6 to be one. They probably argued that it was easier…
19th Century
Baptist
Whether Festus suspected their real reason for being so anxious for him to send for Paul, we cannot tell; but, at any rate, their scheme was once m…
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Unwittingly, Festus overturned their plans by inviting the Jewish leaders to return with him to Caesarea and press charges against Paul there. Evid…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But Festus answered, that Paul should be kept at Caesarea , &c.] Or that he was kept there, and was in proper custod…
See how restless malice is. Persecutors consider it a special favor to have their malice satisfied. Preaching Christ, the end of the law, was no of…
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