Acts 24:27

Acts 24:27 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

27When two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus, but because Felix wanted to grant a favor to the Jews, he left Paul in prison.

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

27But after two years had passed, Felix 24:27 Lit received as a successor, Porcius Festuswas succeeded by Porcius Festus; and Felix, wanting to do the Jews a favor, left Paul imprisoned.

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

27But after two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus, and wishing to do the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul imprisoned.

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

27But after two years had passed, Felix was succeeded [in office] by 24:27 Festus served about two years as governor (procurator). He was regarded as a fairly capable governor, superior to both his predecessor and his successor.Porcius Festus; and wishing to do the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul imprisoned.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

27After two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus. And wishing to do the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul in prison.

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

27Two years passed. Porcius Festus took the place of Felix. But Felix wanted to do the Jews a favor. So he left Paul in prison.

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