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Why did Paul appeal to have his case heard in Rome before the Emperor?
He served the sentence Governor Felix decreed, but Governor Festus would not release him.
He lived in a jail cell for two years without anyone bringing charges against him; he was a victim of unjust treatment.
He suspected Governor Festus might agree with the Jewish people's request to try Paul in Jerusalem.
He thought the Emperor would exonerate him.
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Answer: He suspected Governor Festus might agree with the Jewish people's request to try Paul in Jerusalem.
Explanation: Acts 25:9–12 records that when Festus suggested sending Paul to Jerusalem for trial, Paul — as a Roman citizen — appealed to Caesar to avoid being delivered into the hands of those who sought to kill him and to secure an impartial hearing.
Explanation: Acts 25:9–12 records that when Festus suggested sending Paul to Jerusalem for trial, Paul — as a Roman citizen — appealed to Caesar to avoid being delivered into the hands of those who sought to kill him and to secure an impartial hearing.
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