And when it was shown to me that there would be a plot against the man, I sent him to thee forthwith, charging his accusers also to speak against him before thee.
Howbeit Festus answered, that Paul was kept in charge at Caesarea, and that he himself was about to depart (thither) shortly.
Let them therefore, saith he, that are of power among you go down with me, and if there is anything amiss in the man, let them accuse him.