Φῆλιξ

Acts 23:24 Φήλικα Felix

Provide mounts for Paul to take him safely to Governor Felix.”

Here: Antonius Felix, the Roman procurator of Judea from about AD 52 to 59/60. He was a former slave of the imperial household and the brother of Pallas, a powerful freedman at Claudius' court. He resided at Caesarea.

Acts 23:26 Φήλικι Felix

Claudius Lysias, To His Excellency, Governor Felix: Greetings.

Here: Antonius Felix, governor of Judea c. AD 52–59/60. He was a former slave who had been freed, and the brother of Pallas, a powerful freedman at the imperial court. The judge to whom Paul is now being sent.

Acts 24:3 Φῆλιξ, Felix,

In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.

Acts 24:22 Φῆλιξ Felix

Then Felix, who was well informed about the Way, adjourned the hearing and said, “When Lysias the commander comes, I will decide your case.”

Acts 24:24 Φῆλιξ Felix

After several days, Felix returned with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him speak about faith in Christ Jesus.

Acts 24:25 Φῆλιξ Felix

As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”

Here: Marcus Antonius Felix, Roman governor of Judea c. AD 52–59/60. He was a former slave who rose through his brother Pallas's influence at court. Ancient historians remembered him as cruel, corrupt and lustful.

Acts 24:27 Φῆλιξ Φῆλιξ Felix

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

Here: Antonius Felix, a former slave of the imperial household. He was procurator (Roman governor) of Judea from about AD 52 until his recall, around 59/60.

Acts 25:14 Φήλικος Felix

Since they were staying several days, Festus laid out Paul’s case before the king: “There is a certain man whom Felix left in prison.