23. They said the Christ would suffer. He would be the first to rise from the dead. He would announce the light of life to his own people and to those who aren't Jews."
24. While Paul was still speaking up for himself, Festus interrupted. "You are out of your mind, Paul!" he shouted. "Your great learning is driving you crazy!"
25. "I am not crazy, most excellent Festus," Paul replied. "What I am saying is true and reasonable.
26. The king is familiar with these things. So I can speak openly to him. I am certain he knows everything that has been going on. After all, it was not done in secret.
27. King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do."