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1 And having looked intently at the Council, Paul said, “Men, brothers, I have conducted myself in all good conscience to God up to this day.” 2 And the high priest Ananias commanded those standing by him to strike him on the mouth. 3 Then Paul said to him, “God is about to strike you, whitewashed wall! And you, do you sit judging me according to the law, and violating the law, command me to be struck?” 4 But those who stood by said, “Do you insult the high priest of God?” 5 And Paul was saying, “I was not aware, brothers, that he is high priest; for it has been written: ‘You shall not speak evil of the ruler of your people.’” Acts 23:1-5, Berean Literal Bible. Public domain.
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