Acts 26:30
New International Version
The king rose, and with him the governor and Bernice and those sitting with them.

New Living Translation
Then the king, the governor, Bernice, and all the others stood and left.

English Standard Version
Then the king rose, and the governor and Bernice and those who were sitting with them.

Berean Standard Bible
Then the king and the governor rose, along with Bernice and those seated with them.

Berean Literal Bible
Then the king and the governor rose up, and Bernice and those sitting with them,

King James Bible
And when he had thus spoken, the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them:

New King James Version
When he had said these things, the king stood up, as well as the governor and Bernice and those who sat with them;

New American Standard Bible
The king stood up and the governor and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them,

NASB 1995
The king stood up and the governor and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them,

NASB 1977
And the king arose and the governor and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them,

Legacy Standard Bible
And the king stood up and the governor and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them,

Amplified Bible
Then the king stood up, and [with him] the governor and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them;

Christian Standard Bible
The king, the governor, Bernice, and those sitting with them got up,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So the king, the governor, Bernice, and those sitting with them got up,

American Standard Version
And the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them:

Contemporary English Version
Then King Agrippa, Governor Festus, Bernice, and everyone who was with them got up.

English Revised Version
And the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The king, the governor, Bernice, and the people who were sitting with them got up.

Good News Translation
Then the king, the governor, Bernice, and all the others got up,

International Standard Version
Then the king, the governor, Bernice, and those who were sitting with him got up.

Majority Standard Bible
When he had spoken these things, the king and the governor rose, along with Bernice and those seated with them.

NET Bible
So the king got up, and with him the governor and Bernice and those sitting with them,

New Heart English Bible
The king rose up with the governor, and Bernice, and those who sat with them.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when he had thus spoken, the king rose, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them:

Weymouth New Testament
So the King rose, and the Governor, and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them;

World English Bible
The king rose up with the governor and Bernice, and those who sat with them.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he having spoken these things, the king rose up, and the governor, Bernice also, and those sitting with them,

Berean Literal Bible
Then the king and the governor rose up, and Bernice and those sitting with them,

Young's Literal Translation
And, he having spoken these things, the king rose up, and the governor, Bernice also, and those sitting with them,

Smith's Literal Translation
And he having said these, the king arose, and the leader, and Bernice, and they sitting with them:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them.

New American Bible
Then the king rose, and with him the governor and Bernice and the others who sat with them.

New Revised Standard Version
Then the king got up, and with him the governor and Bernice and those who had been seated with them;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then the king arose, and the governor, and Ber-ni’ce and they that sat with them:

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“And The King stood for him, and the Governor and Berniqa and those who were sitting with them.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And the king arose, and the governor, and Bernice, and those who sat with them.

Godbey New Testament
And the king, and the governor, and Bernice, and those sitting with them, arose up:

Haweis New Testament
So when he had thus spoken, the king arose, and the governor, and Bernice, and they who sat with him,

Mace New Testament
When he had said this, the king, the governour, Bernice, and all that were seated near them, rose up: and being retired,

Weymouth New Testament
So the King rose, and the Governor, and Bernice, and those who were sitting with them;

Worrell New Testament
And the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and those who sat with them;

Worsley New Testament
And when he had said this, the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and those that sat with them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Festus Interrupts Paul's Defense
29“Short time or long,” Paul replied, “I wish to God that not only you but all who hear me this day may become what I am, except for these chains.” 30Then the king and the governor rose, along with Bernice and those seated with them. 31On their way out, they said to one another, “This man has done nothing worthy of death or imprisonment.”…

Cross References
Acts 25:23
The next day Agrippa and Bernice came with great pomp and entered the auditorium, along with the commanders and leading men of the city. And Festus ordered that Paul be brought in.

Acts 24:27
After two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus. And wishing to do the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul in prison.

Acts 23:35
he said, “I will hear your case when your accusers arrive.” Then he ordered that Paul be kept under guard in Herod’s Praetorium.

Acts 25:12
Then Festus conferred with his council and replied, “You have appealed to Caesar. To Caesar you will go!”

Acts 9:15
“Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel.

Acts 22:30
The next day the commander, wanting to learn the real reason Paul was accused by the Jews, released him and ordered the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin to assemble. Then he brought Paul down and had him stand before them.

Acts 25:22
Then Agrippa said to Festus, “I would like to hear this man myself.” “Tomorrow you will hear him,” Festus declared.

Acts 24:24
After several days, Felix returned with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him speak about faith in Christ Jesus.

Acts 23:11
The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.”

Acts 25:9
But Festus, wishing to do the Jews a favor, said to Paul, “Are you willing to go up to Jerusalem to stand trial before me on these charges?”

Acts 9:13-16
But Ananias answered, “Lord, many people have told me about this man and all the harm he has done to Your saints in Jerusalem. / And now he is here with authority from the chief priests to arrest all who call on Your name.” / “Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel. ...

Acts 13:7
an attendant of the proconsul, Sergius Paulus. The proconsul, a man of intelligence, summoned Barnabas and Saul because he wanted to hear the word of God.

Acts 18:12
While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat.

Acts 19:30-31
Paul wanted to go before the assembly, but the disciples would not allow him. / Even some of Paul’s friends who were officials of the province of Asia sent word to him, begging him not to venture into the theatre.

Acts 21:11
Coming over to us, he took Paul’s belt, bound his own feet and hands, and said, “The Holy Spirit says: ‘In this way the Jews of Jerusalem will bind the owner of this belt and hand him over to the Gentiles.’”


Treasury of Scripture

And when he had thus spoken, the king rose up, and the governor, and Bernice, and they that sat with them:

the king.

Acts 18:15
But if it be a question of words and names, and of your law, look ye to it; for I will be no judge of such matters.

Acts 28:22
But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against.

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Acts 26
1. Paul, in the presence of Agrippa, declares his life from his childhood;
12. and how miraculously he was converted, and called to his apostleship.
24. Festus charges him with being insane, whereunto he answers modestly.
28. Agrippa is almost persuaded to be a Christian.
31. The whole company pronounces him innocent.














Then
The word "then" serves as a transitional marker, indicating a sequence of events. In the context of Acts 26, it follows Paul's defense before King Agrippa. This moment is pivotal, as it signifies the conclusion of Paul's eloquent testimony about his conversion and mission. The Greek word used here, "τότε" (tote), often denotes a specific point in time, emphasizing the immediacy and importance of the subsequent actions.

the king
This refers to King Agrippa II, a ruler with a complex heritage, being the great-grandson of Herod the Great. Agrippa's presence is significant as he was well-versed in Jewish customs and laws, which adds weight to Paul's defense. Historically, Agrippa's role as king was more of a client king under Roman authority, highlighting the political dynamics at play.

and the governor
The governor mentioned here is Porcius Festus, the Roman official overseeing Judea. Festus represents the Roman legal system, which is crucial in the narrative of Acts as it underscores the tension between Roman law and the burgeoning Christian faith. His involvement illustrates the broader political and legal context in which early Christianity was spreading.

rose
The act of rising is symbolic of a decision or conclusion. In the Greek, "ἀνέστησαν" (anestēsan) implies a physical action that often accompanies a change in status or the end of a formal proceeding. This movement signifies the end of the hearing, indicating that the audience has heard enough to make a judgment or decision.

along with Bernice
Bernice, the sister of King Agrippa II, is a figure of intrigue and influence. Her presence at this hearing suggests her involvement in political and social matters of the time. Historically, Bernice was known for her controversial relationships and her influence in the Herodian dynasty, which adds a layer of complexity to the narrative.

and those seated with them
This phrase encompasses the broader audience present at Paul's defense, likely including Roman officials, Jewish leaders, and other dignitaries. The Greek term "συνκαθεζόμενοι" (synkathezomenoi) indicates those who were seated together, suggesting a formal assembly. This setting reflects the gravity of the situation and the diverse audience that Paul addressed, highlighting the widespread interest and implications of his message.

(30) And when he had thus spoken, the king rose up . . .--The act indicated, as far as it went, that the Apostle's words had made a favourable impression. This, they felt, was no common criminal, no fomenter of sedition. The question how he was to be dealt with was one that called for serious consideration; but the result showed that he was treated from this time forward with more respect and courtesy than before.

Verse 30. - And the king rose up for and when he had thus spoken, the king, etc., A.V. and T.R. They that sat with them. The chief captains and principal men and the royal attendants of Acts 25:23.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Then
τε (te)
Conjunction
Strong's 5037: And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.

the
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

king
βασιλεὺς (basileus)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 935: A king, ruler, but in some passages clearly to be translated: emperor. Probably from basis; a sovereign.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

governor
ἡγεμὼν (hēgemōn)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2232: From hegeomai; a leader, i.e. Chief person of a province.

rose,
Ἀνέστη (Anestē)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 450: To raise up, set up; I rise from among (the) dead; I arise, appear. From ana and histemi; to stand up.

along with
τε (te)
Conjunction
Strong's 5037: And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.

Bernice
Βερνίκη (Bernikē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 959: From a provincial form of phero and nike; victorious; Bernice, a member of the Herodian family.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

those
οἱ (hoi)
Article - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

seated with
συνκαθήμενοι (synkathēmenoi)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4775: To sit with. From sun and kathemai; to seat oneself in company with.

them.
αὐτοῖς (autois)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.


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