Acts 22:1

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Paul has been seized in the temple courts by a mob and rescued by Roman soldiers. Standing on the steps of the barracks, he asks permission to address the crowd.

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Acts 22:3“I am a Jew, born in Tarsus of Cilicia, but raised in this city. I was educated at the feet of Gamaliel in strict conformity to the law of our fathers. I was just as zealous for God as any of you are today.
1 Peter 3:15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,
Acts 26:1Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense:

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

“Brothers and fathers, listen now to my defense before you.”

World English Bible (WEB)

“Brothers and fathers, listen to the defense which I now make to you.”

King James Version (KJV)

Men, brethren, and fathers, hear ye my defence which I make now unto you.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Brethren and fathers, hear ye the defence which I now make unto you.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

My brothers and fathers, give ear to the story of my life which I now put before you.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

'Men, brethren, and fathers, hear my defence now unto you;' --

Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

VARONES hermanos y padres, oid la razón que ahora os doy.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

«Padres y hermanos, escuchen lo que tengo que decir en mi defensa».

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Acts 22:1

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