6 He even tried to profane the temple. So we seized him and wanted to judge him according to our law.
7 But the commander, Lysias, came to us and forcefully took him out of our hands,
8 ordering his accusers to come before you. By examining him yourself you will be able to learn about all these things concerning which we accuse him.”
9 The Jews assented, alleging these things to be true.
10 After the governor motioned to him to speak, Paul answered, “Knowing that for many years you have been a judge over this nation, I cheerfully defend myself.
11 You may verify that it is no more than twelve days since I went up to Jerusalem to worship.
12 They did not find me in the temple or in the synagogues or in the city disputing with anyone or stirring up a crowd.