Acts 23:2

"Paul, looking steadfastly at the council, said, “Brothers, I have lived before God in all good conscience until today.”"

Key Reflection

Paul's assertion that he has lived with a clear conscience before God emphasizes his integrity and faithfulness to what he believes is right. This declaration underscores the importance of maintaining moral uprightness, even in the face of opposition or judgment from others.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 2. And the High Priest Ananias. This Ananias was, doubtless, the son of Nebedinus, (Jos. Ant. xx. chap. v. § 3,) who was high priest when Quadratus, who preceded Felix, was president of Syria. He was sent bound to Rome by Quadratus, at the same time with Ananias, the prefect of the temple, that they might give an account of their conduct to Claudius Caesar. Josephus, Ant. b. xx. chap. vi. & 2. But in consequence of the intercession of Agrippa the Younger, they were dismissed, and returned to Jerusalem. Ananias, however, was not restored to the office of high priest; for, when Felix was governor of Judea, this office was filled by Jonathan, who succeeded Ananias. Josephus, Ant. b. xx.

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