Acts 25:12
Acts 25:12 in Multiple Translations
Then Festus conferred with his council and replied, “You have appealed to Caesar. To Caesar you will go!”
Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed unto Cæsar? unto Cæsar shalt thou go.
Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Thou hast appealed unto Cæsar: unto Cæsar shalt thou go.
Then Festus, having had a discussion with the Jews, made answer, You have said, Let my cause come before Caesar; to Caesar you will go.
Festus then conferred with the council, and replied, “You have appealed to Caesar. To Caesar you shall go!”
Then when Festus had spoken with the Council, hee answered, Hast thou appealed vnto Caesar? vnto Caesar shalt thou goe.
then Festus, having communed with the council, answered, 'To Caesar thou hast appealed; to Caesar thou shalt go.'
Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, “You have appealed to Caesar. To Caesar you shall go.”
Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed to Cesar? to Cesar thou shalt go.
Then Festus having conferred with the council, answered: Hast thou appealed to Caesar? To Caesar shalt thou go.
Then after Festus conferred with the men who regularly advised him, he replied to Paul, “You (sg) have formally requested that I should send you to the emperor in Rome. So I will arrange for you to go there in order that he can judge you.”
Festus had some special men that always helped him work out what to do, so he talked with them. Then he said to Paul, “All right. You want me to send you to Caesar, and I will do that. I’ll send you to Caesar, and he can judge you there in Rome.”
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Study Notes — Acts 25:12
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- Acts 25:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Acts 25:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 25:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 25:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Acts 25:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 25:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Acts 25:12
- Cambridge Bible on Acts 25:12
- Barnes' Notes on Acts 25:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Acts 25:12
- Sermons on Acts 25:12
Context — Paul Appeals to Caesar
12Then Festus conferred with his council and replied, “You have appealed to Caesar. To Caesar you will go!”
13After several days had passed, King Agrippa and Bernice came down to Caesarea to pay their respects to Festus. 14Since they were staying several days, Festus laid out Paul’s case before the king: “There is a certain man whom Felix left in prison.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 19:21 | After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem after he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.” |
| 2 | Philippians 1:12–14 | Now I want you to know, brothers, that my circumstances have actually served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. And most of the brothers, confident in the Lord by my chains, now dare more greatly to speak the word without fear. |
| 3 | Philippians 1:20 | I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have complete boldness so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. |
| 4 | Acts 25:21 | But when Paul appealed to be held over for the decision of the Emperor, I ordered that he be held until I could send him to Caesar.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 46:10–11 | I declare the end from the beginning, and ancient times from what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ I summon a bird of prey from the east, a man for My purpose from a far-off land. Truly I have spoken, and truly I will bring it to pass. I have planned it, and I will surely do it. |
| 6 | Acts 28:16 | When we arrived in Rome, Paul was permitted to stay by himself, with a soldier to guard him. |
| 7 | Psalms 76:10 | Even the wrath of man shall praise You; with the survivors of wrath You will clothe Yourself. |
| 8 | Acts 26:32–1 | — |
| 9 | 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.” |
| 10 | Lamentations 3:37 | Who has spoken and it came to pass, unless the Lord has ordained it? |
Acts 25:12 Summary
[This verse means that Paul has asked to be tried by the Roman Emperor, and the governor, Festus, has agreed to send him to Rome. This is a big deal because it means Paul will get to share the Gospel with even more people, as he trusts in God's sovereignty, as mentioned in Romans 8:28. It's like when we face a tough decision and we ask God to guide us, and He works everything out for our good, as seen in Genesis 50:20 and Romans 8:28. Paul's appeal to Caesar shows that he is trusting in God's plan, even when things seem uncertain, and we can learn from his example to trust in God's sovereignty in our own lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to appeal to Caesar?
To appeal to Caesar means to request a trial before the Roman Emperor, which was a right granted to Roman citizens, as seen in Acts 25:12. This appeal was a way for Paul to avoid an unfair trial in Jerusalem and to have his case heard by a higher authority, as mentioned in Acts 25:11.
Who is Festus and what is his role in this verse?
Festus is the Roman governor of Judea, and in this verse, he is responding to Paul's appeal to Caesar, granting his request and deciding that Paul will indeed go to Caesar, as stated in Acts 25:12. This decision is in line with the Roman law and Paul's rights as a Roman citizen, as mentioned in Acts 22:25-29.
What are the implications of Paul's appeal to Caesar?
Paul's appeal to Caesar has significant implications, as it will take him to Rome and potentially allow him to spread the Gospel to the Roman Empire, as mentioned in Acts 23:11. This appeal also shows Paul's trust in God's sovereignty and his willingness to follow God's plan, even if it means facing uncertainty and potential danger, as seen in Romans 8:28.
How does this verse relate to the concept of God's sovereignty?
This verse illustrates God's sovereignty in that He is using the Roman legal system and Paul's appeal to Caesar to further His own plans and purposes, as mentioned in Romans 8:28 and Acts 25:12. God is working behind the scenes to bring about His will, even in the midst of human decisions and actions, as seen in Proverbs 21:1.
Reflection Questions
- What does Paul's appeal to Caesar reveal about his trust in God's sovereignty and his willingness to follow God's plan?
- How does this verse challenge or encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty in my own life?
- What are some ways that I can, like Paul, use my circumstances to spread the Gospel and further God's kingdom?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of trusting in God's sovereignty, as seen in this verse, to my own life and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Acts 25:12
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 25:12
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 25:12
Trapp's Commentary on Acts 25:12
Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 25:12
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Acts 25:12
Cambridge Bible on Acts 25:12
Barnes' Notes on Acts 25:12
Whedon's Commentary on Acts 25:12
Sermons on Acts 25:12
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Day 82, Acts 18:18-28 & 19 by David Servant | David Servant delves into Paul's third missionary journey, highlighting the importance of receiving the Holy Spirit after believing in Jesus, as seen in Ephesus with the 12 baptize |
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Day 133, Acts 25 by David Servant | David Servant delves into the historical context surrounding Paul's trials before King Agrippa II, Governor Felix, and Governor Festus, highlighting the dark and tumultuous family |
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Day 126, Romans 15 by David Servant | David Servant preaches on the importance of mutual respect and love among believers, emphasizing the need for unity in essentials, liberty in non-essentials, and charity in all thi |
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(Costa Rica) Trusting God With All Your Tomorrows by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the Apostle Paul and how he was chained to circumstances he couldn't change. The preacher shares the story of a pastor whose ministry was a |
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The Supply of the Spirit by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of trusting the Holy Spirit and allowing Him to be in control of every aspect of our lives. He shares the joy he experiences i |
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Paul Rejoices Over Preaching by Enemies by John R. Rice | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching the gospel as the main purpose of a Christian's life. He quotes Jesus' words that the Son of Man came to seek an |
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Imperatives - Enlarged Vision and Experience by Devern Fromke | In this sermon, the speaker recalls a conversation with two young girls about writing a theme on God's ultimate purpose in the universe. He emphasizes that understanding this large |




