ile listening to Paul's stories, falls from the third story to the ground. All the while, he provides words of encouragement for the people to establish and keep their faith in God. After he bids the people farewell, they weep at the thought that they would never see Paul again.Chapter 21The Holy Spirit has warned Paul not to go to Jerusalem, but he is determined and willing to die in the name of the Lord. In Jerusalem, he is accused of teaching against the beliefs and laws of the land, and a mob demand for him to be arrested. Paul asks for permission to speak to the people, and when given, he introduces himself to be Jewish and addresses the people in Hebrew.Chapter 22Upon hearing the Hebrew words coming out of Paul's mouth, the people become quiet and start paying attention to his words. He explains his change of heart on his way to Damascus and that he, himself, used to be a Christian persecutor. Despite this call for defense, Paul is imprisoned, but again, is released due to his Roman citizenship. The next day, he is brought before the Sanhedrin. Chapter 23Paul speaks forcefully against the Sanhedrin, causing uproar. Some Jews conspire to kill Paul, vowing never to eat or drink anything until he is dead. The son of Paul's sister hears the conspiracy and reports to Paul. Eventually, the vicious plan reaches the Sanhedrin, and in an effort to save Paul and give him a fair trial, he is transferred to Caesarea where he would await his trial.Chapter 24During the trial before Felix, the high priest Ananias testifies on Paul's unlawful preaching. However, Felix, who is informed of the Way, postpones the trial. He gives orders for Paul to be kept in custody, but to let him have enough freedom. Also, his friends should not be stopped from attending to his needs.Chapter 25While Paul is still in jail, Felix is succeeded by Festus. This time, Paul explains that he has not committed any crime against the Jews and that he wishes not...
