Acts 25:5

Let them therefore, said he, which among you are able, go down with me, and accuse this man, if there be any wickedness in him.

Cross-references

Acts 25:16 Historical context

In Acts 25:16, the due process principle is stated — Festus applies it here by inviting accusers to bring charges in person.

Acts 25:18 Historical context

In Acts 25:18, Festus reports that when the accusers stood up, they brought no charges as expected – the direct outcome of the invitation in 25:5.

Acts 25:19 Historical context

In Acts 25:19, Festus explains the accusations were about religious disputes and Jesus – the actual content that emerged from the accusers.

Acts 25:25 Historical context

In Acts 25:25, Festus concludes Paul committed nothing worthy of death – the verdict after hearing the accusers invited in 25:5.

Acts 24:8 Parallel

In Acts 24:8, Tertullus says the accusers are to come before Felix – the same procedure Festus later invites. Specific parallel of summoning accusers.

Acts 18:14 Contrast

In Acts 18:14, Gallio refuses to hear Jewish complaints about religious matters – contrasting Festus who invites accusers to bring charges.

John 18:29 Parallel

In John 18:29, Pilate asks the Jewish leaders 'What accusation do you bring?' – the same question Festus poses to Paul's accusers.