1 After five days the high priest Ananias came down with some elders and an attorney named Tertullus, and they brought formal charges against Paul to the governor.
2 When Paul had been summoned, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, “We have experienced a lengthy time of peace through your rule, and reforms are being made in this nation through your foresight.
3 Most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this everywhere and in every way with all gratitude.
4 But so that I may not delay you any further, I beg you to hear us briefly with your customary graciousness.