6. He even tried to desecrate our temple, but we arrested him. [
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8. If you examine him you will be able to learn from him for yourself about everything of which we are accusing him.”
9. The Jews also joined in the attack and asserted that these things were so.
10. Then the governor motioned to him to speak and Paul replied, “I know that you have been a judge over this nation for many years and so I am pleased to make my defense before you.
11. As you can verify, not more than twelve days have passed since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.
12. Neither in the temple, nor in the synagogues, nor anywhere in the city did they find me arguing with anyone or instigating a riot among the people.
13. Nor can they prove to you the accusations they are now making against me.
14. But this I do admit to you, that according to the Way, which they call a sect, I worship the God of our ancestors and I believe everything that is in accordance with the law and written in the prophets.
15. I have the same hope in God as they themselves have that there will be a resurrection of the righteous and the unrighteous.
16. Because of this, I always strive to keep my conscience clear before God and man.
17. After many years, I came to bring alms for my nation and offerings.