Gevurot 24:2-4

Orthodox Jewish Bible

² And when Rav Sha’ul had been summoned, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, "Your Excellency, much shalom has been attained through you, and reforms have come to this nation by your foresight.

³ "This in every way and everywhere, we acknowledge, most excellent Felix, with todah rabbah.

⁴ "But in order that I may not detain you any longer, I beg you in your kindness to hear us briefly.