7. But Lysias the commander came along, and with much violence took him out of our hands,
8. ordering his accusers to come before you.] By examining him yourself concerning all these matters you will be able to ascertain the things of which we accuse him."
9. The Jews also joined in the attack, asserting that these things were so.
10. When the governor had nodded for him to speak, Paul responded: "Knowing that for many years you have been a judge to this nation, I cheerfully make my defense,
11. since you can take note of the fact that no more than twelve days ago I went up to Jerusalem to worship.
12. Neither in the temple, nor in the synagogues, nor in the city itself did they find me carrying on a discussion with anyone or causing a riot.