16. And in this, I myself always strive to have a conscience that is lacking in any offence toward God and toward men.
17. Then, after many years, I went to my nation, bringing alms and offerings and vows,
18. through which I obtained purification in the temple: neither with a crowd, nor with a commotion.
19. But certain Jews out of Asia are the ones who should have appeared before you to accuse me, if they have anything against me.
20. Or let these ones here say if they have found in me any iniquity, while standing before the council.