Acts 25:21

"Being perplexed how to inquire concerning these things, I asked whether he was willing to go to Jerusalem and there be judged concerning these matters."

Key Reflection

Felix's response reflects his indecision and uncertainty about the case before him. By suggesting a trial in Jerusalem, Felix defers the decision, perhaps seeking delay or avoiding a direct judgment that might confront him with difficult choices.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 21. But when Paul had appealed. Ac 25:11. To be reserved. To be kept; not to be tried at Jerusalem, but to be sent to Rome for trial. Unto the hearing. Margin, "the judgment." That Augustus might hear and decide the cause. Of Augustus. The reigning emperor at this time was Nero. The name Augustus--sebastou--properly denotes that which is venerable, or worthy of honour and reverence. It was first applied to Caesar Octavianus, who was the Roman emperor in the time when our Saviour was born, and who is usually called Augustus Caesar. But the title continued to be used of his successors in office, as denoting the veneration or reverence which was due to the rank of emperor.

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