Acts 26:24 akjv — And as he thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, you are beside yourself; much learning does make…

American King James Version

"And as he thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, you are beside yourself; much learning does make you mad. "

— Acts 26:24, American King James Version

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Acts 26 — Context

21

For these causes the Jews caught me in the temple, and went about to kill me.

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Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue to this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come:

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That Christ should suffer, and that he should be the first that should rise from the dead, and should show light to the people, and to the Gentiles.

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And as he thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, you are beside yourself; much learning does make you mad.

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But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.

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For the king knows of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner.

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King Agrippa, believe you the prophets? I know that you believe.

Acts 26:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Acts 26:24 say?
Acts 26:24 in the American King James Version reads: “And as he thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, you are beside yourself; much learning does make you mad. ”
Where is Acts 26:24 in the Bible?
Acts 26:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 26, verse 24.
Who wrote Acts?
Acts is traditionally attributed to Luke. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of Acts about?
Acts is the sequel to Luke's Gospel — the story of how the message of the risen Jesus moved out from Jerusalem to Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. Through Peter, Paul, and many ordinary believers, the Holy Spirit builds the early church across the Roman world.
What are the major themes of Acts?
Acts explores themes including Holy Spirit, Mission, Church Growth, Persecution, Gospel to the Gentiles. These themes shape the meaning and context of Acts 26:24.
What translation should I read Acts 26:24 in?
Acts 26:24 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Acts 26:24?
Acts 26:24 reads (AKJV): “And as he thus spoke for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, you are beside yourself; much learning does make you mad. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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