While they were there several days, Festus laid Paul's case before the king. He said: 'There is a man here whom Felix left as a prisoner.' - Festus, facing a politically awkward situation, seeks counsel from Agrippa, who has local authority and knowledge. The reference to Felix 'leaving' Paul as a prisoner (kateleipen desmios, kateleipen desmios) underscores Paul's long captivity. Festus admits he needs help understanding the case-a sign that despite his office, the matter exceeds simple judicial categories.

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