Lexham English Bible

Acts 23:1-4 Lexham English Bible (LEB)

1. And looking intently at the Sanhedrin, Paul said, “Men and brothers, I have lived my life in all good conscience before God to this day.”

2. So the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near him to strike his mouth.

3. Then Paul said to him, “God is going to strike you, you whitewashed wall! And are you sitting there judging me according to the law, and acting contrary to the law do you order me to be struck?”

4. And those who stood nearby said, “Are you reviling the high priest of God?”