Bible Strands
Acts 24:8
By examining him yourself, you will be able to learn the truth about all our charges against him.”
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The Jewish accusers address the presiding official, urging him to personally examine Paul to verify the validity of their accusations.
The words — ἔρχεσθαι (erchesthai) means to come, and παρ' (par') means from, framing the request for the accusers to appear directly before the judge.
The thread — This appeal for direct confrontation echoes Acts 23:30, Acts 23:35, and Acts 25:5, where judicial proceedings require the physical presence of the accusers for a fair hearing.
Why it lands — It demands that truth be established through direct examination rather than indirect claims, requiring the reader to weigh evidence personally before rendering judgment.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Commanding his accusers to come unto thee: by examining of whom thyself mayest take knowledge of all these things, whereof we accuse him.
Cross-references
- Acts 23:30 When I was informed that there was a plot against the man, I sent him to you at once. I also instructed his accusers to present their case against him before you.
- Acts 23:35 he said, “I will hear your case when your accusers arrive.” Then he ordered that Paul be kept under guard in Herod’s Praetorium.
- Acts 25:5 So if this man has done anything wrong, let some of your leaders come down with me and accuse him there.”
- Acts 25:15 While I was in Jerusalem, the chief priests and elders of the Jews presented their case and requested a judgment against him.