1. Five days later Ananias the high priest, together with some of their leaders and a lawyer named Tertullus, went to the governor to present their case against Paul.
2. So Paul was called in, and Tertullus stated the case against him:Honourable Felix, you have brought our people a long period of peace, and because of your concern our nation is much better off.
3. All of us are always grateful for what you have done.
4. I don't want to bother you, but please be patient with us and listen to me for just a few minutes.
5. This man has been found to be a real pest and troublemaker for Jews all over the world. He is also a leader of a group called Nazarenes.
6-8. When he tried to disgrace the temple, we arrested him. If you question him, you will find out for yourself that our charges are true.
9. The Jewish crowd spoke up and agreed with what Tertullus had said.
10. The governor motioned for Paul to speak, and he began:I know that you have judged the people of our nation for many years, and I am glad to defend myself in your court.