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23 [namely,] whether Christ should suffer; whether he first, through resurrection of [the] dead, should announce light both to the people and to the nations.

24 And as he answered for his defence with these things, Festus says with a loud voice, Thou art mad, Paul; much learning turns thee to madness.

25 But Paul said, I am not mad, most excellent Festus, but utter words of truth and soberness;

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23 that the Messiah would suffer(A) and, as the first to rise from the dead,(B) would bring the message of light to his own people and to the Gentiles.”(C)

24 At this point Festus interrupted Paul’s defense. “You are out of your mind,(D) Paul!” he shouted. “Your great learning(E) is driving you insane.”

25 “I am not insane, most excellent(F) Festus,” Paul replied. “What I am saying is true and reasonable.

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