Acts 24:26

American Standard Version

He hoped withal that money would be given him of Paul: wherefore also he sent for him the oftener, and communed with him.

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Acts 24:26 in other translations

Meanwhile, he also hoped that money would be given to him by Paul, that he might release him. Therefore also he sent for him more often and talked with him.

Acts 24:26 · World English Bible

Acts 24:26 in context

  1. 24But after certain days, Felix came with Drusilla, his wife, who was a Jewess, and sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ Jesus.
  2. 25And as he reasoned of righteousness, and self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was terrified, and answered, Go thy way for this time; and when I have a convenient season, I will call thee unto me.
  3. 26He hoped withal that money would be given him of Paul: wherefore also he sent for him the oftener, and communed with him.
  4. 27But when two years were fulfilled, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus; and desiring to gain favor with the Jews, Felix left Paul in bonds.