ESV Reformation Study Bible – Acts 22:26
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Acts 22:26

22:26 Roman citizen. Paul appealed again to his Roman citizenship, knowing that he was going to be punished without trial (16:37). Roman citizenship was highly prized, usually given only to those of high position or those who had performed some valuable service to the state. It was then passed on to one’s family.