'I told them that it is not the Roman custom to hand over any man before he has faced his accusers and has had an opportunity to defend himself against their charges.' - Festus rehearses his correct refusal, grounding it in Roman legal principle: accusers and accused must meet; the accused has the right of defense (apologia, apologia). This principle, fundamental to Roman justice, becomes Paul's shield. Luke shows how Roman law, when properly applied, protects the innocent from mob injustice.

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