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A Model of Respectful Defense
Commentators highlight Paul's remarkable composure. Despite being publicly called "mad," he responds with courtesy ("most noble Festus") and calmness. Scholars like Calvin and Ellicott note that Paul respects the governor's office while firmly but gently refuting the accusation. This serves as a powerful example for Christians on how to respond with grace when their faith is attacked or ridiculed.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 26:25
18th Century
Theologian
I am not mad. I am not deranged. There are few more apt turns than the one Paul gives to this accusation from Festus. He could have appeal…
AT Robertson
On Acts 26:25
But speak forth (αλλα αποφθεγγομα). Verb for dignified and elevated discourse, a word from the literary Koine, not the vern…
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 26:25
19th Century
Bishop
I am not mad, most noble Festus.—There is something characteristic in the union of a calm protest with the courtesy which…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Acts 26:15–28
19th Century
Preacher
And I said, Who are you, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom you persecute. But rise and stand upon your feet; for I have appeared to you for th…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 26:25
But what Festus declared to be madness Paul insisted was “true and reasonable.” Then he turned to Agrippa for support. The ministry of Jesus was wi…
John Calvin
On Acts 26:25
16th Century
Theologian
I am not mad. Paul is not angry, nor does he sharply reprimand Festus for his blasphemous speech; indeed, he speaks to him with great subm…
John Gill
On Acts 26:25
17th Century
Pastor
But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus
That is, Paul said, as the Alexandrian copy, and some others, and the V…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 26:24–32
17th Century
Minister
It is fitting for us, on all occasions, to speak the words of truth and sobriety, and then we need not be troubled by the unjust criticisms of men.…