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1 Paul (humble) looked directly at the Sanhedrin (the Council) and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God {Theō} in all good conscience to this day. 2 At this, the high priest Ananias (YHWH is gracious) ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. 3 Then Paul (humble) said to him, “God {Theos} will strike you, you whitewashed wall! You sit here to judge me according to the law, yet you yourself violate the law by commanding that I be struck. 4 But those standing nearby said, “How dare you insult the high priest of God {Theou}! 5 “Brothers, Paul (humble) replied, “I was not aware that he was the high priest, for it is written: ‘Do not speak evil about the ruler of your people Acts 23:1-5, Berean Annotated Bible. Public domain.
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