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Acts 24:4

King James Version (KJV)

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Acts 24:4

Verse 4 of 27

Scripture focus

Notwithstanding, that I be not further tedious unto thee, I pray thee that thou wouldest hear us of thy clemency a few words.

Acts 24:4 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Acts 24:4

Theological / Devotional

Be ... tedious. Gr. egkopto, “to hinder,” “to detain.” Tertullus credits Felix with being busy at preserving the peace and promoting reforms (see on v. 2), and that he has little time for insignificant matters such as the present problem. He thus implies the desirability of prompt decision in favor of his clients.

Clemency. Gr. epieikeia, “mildness,” “fairness,” “gentleness” (see 2 Cor. 10:1). Here, “considerateness” would be a good translation. Tertullus purposes to blind the eyes of Felix to the facts in the case by saturating the air of the courtroom with flattery.

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