1. Agrippa said to Paul, “It is permitted for you to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense.
2. “Concerning all I am accused of by the Judean leaders, I consider myself fortunate, King Agrippa, that it is before you that I am about to make my defense today—
3. since you are especially knowledgeable about all Jewish customs and issues. Therefore I beg you to listen patiently to me.