Acts 25:21
But when Paul had appealed to be reserved unto the hearing of Augustus, I commanded him to be kept till I might send him to Cesar.
Cross-reference
Acts 25:10
Parallel
In Acts 25:10, Paul appeals to Caesar; Festus here references that appeal as the reason for keeping him in custody.
Acts 25:12
Parallel
In Acts 25:12, Festus confirms Paul's appeal to Caesar. This verse shows the order being carried out to keep him for Caesar.
Acts 26:32
Parallel
Acts 26:32 records Agrippa's comment that Paul could have been freed but for his appeal—directly referencing the same appeal.
Acts 27:1
Historical context
Acts 27:1 shows the fulfillment of Festus' decision as Paul is sent to Rome for Caesar's judgment.
Acts 28:19
Parallel
In Acts 28:19, Paul explains to Rome's Jews why he appealed to Caesar — referencing the same decision from this verse.