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Understanding Persecution Acts 21:17-23:35 (Bible Reading – 21:17-22:1) These three chapters record a real example of persecution Angry Jews attack the apostle Paul A Roman commander tries to maintain order Paul … keeps bearing witness to Jesus Why does Luke record all this? Why are Christians persecuted? A real example of persecution – Acts 21:17-23:35 Acts 21:17-30 Jews from Asia stir up the crowd. Paul is attacked, dragged from the temple and beaten. Acts 21:31-22:22 Roman commander intervenes. Paul speaks to the crowd of Jews. The result is more anger at Paul. Acts 22:23-29 Commander takes Paul to the Barracks, ordering him flogged and interrogated. But to his horror discovers Paul is a Roman citizen. Acts 22:30-23:10 Commander releases Paul to the Sanhedrin – this only results in uproar. Paul is returned to the barracks. Acts 23:12-35 Plot to murder Paul. Paul’s nephew informs the commander. Paul sent to Governor Felix in Caesarea.