Read Acts 23.11-35. In 23.11-35: Paul in protective custody. In verse 11: This night vision introduces the last phase of the apostle's journey toward Rome. In verses 16-22: The son of Paul's sister is known only from this story. In verses 23-24: The large numbers indicate a full military contingent. Felix was the governor in Palestine from 52 to 60 CE. In verse 27: Paul's status as a Roman citizen is again the source of his protection (16.37-38; 22.25-27). In verse 29: On questions of their law, see also 18.15; 25.8; 26.3. In verse 31: Antipatris was founded by Herod the Great on the road Jerusalem to Caesarea. In verse 34: As with Pilate and Jesus (Lk 23.6-7), the governor involves Herod in a dispute about someone from his territory. In verse 35: Herod's headquarters (praetorium) was a secure bastion. Comments or Questions..
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