Paul’s defence of himself before Agrippa. His early religious Profession (1–7). His zeal in the cause of Judaism (8–11). His conversion to Christainity owing to the vision he saw (13–21). His zeal in preaching the gospel (22). Festus regards him as mad (27). 1. “Permitted.” He uses this form, and not, I permit thee, on account of the presence of Festus. “Stretching forth his hand,”—the gesture usually employed by pleaders and orators. 2. The language of courtesy, but