I think myself happy, king Agrippa, because I shall answer for myself this day before thee touching all the things whereof I am accused of the Jews:
Parallel translations
- WEB “I think myself happy, King Agrippa, that I am to make my defense before you today concerning all the things that I am accused by the Jews,
- BSB “King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate to stand before you today to defend myself against all the accusations of the Jews,
- NKJV “I think myself happy, King Agrippa, because today I shall answer for myself before you concerning all the things of which I am accused by the Jews,
- NASB “Regarding all the things of which I am accused by the Jews, King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate that I am about to make my defense before you today,
- NLT “I am fortunate, King Agrippa, that you are the one hearing my defense today against all these accusations made by the Jewish leaders,
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Paul says he counts himself fortunate to make his defense before Agrippa concerning the Jewish accusations. He courteously welcomes the chance to address a knowledgeable king.
Overview
Paul opens respectfully, glad to plead his case before one familiar with Jewish customs and beliefs. His courtesy, unlike Tertullus's flattery, is sincere and grounded in Agrippa's genuine expertise. The opening reflects Paul's confidence that, rightly understood, the gospel is the fulfillment of Israel's own hope.
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