5. They knew me from the first, if they were willing to testify, that according to the strictest sect of our religion I lived a Pharisee.
6. And now I stand and am judged for the hope of the promise made by God to our fathers.
7. To this promise our twelve tribes, earnestly serving God night and day, hope to attain. For this hope’s sake, King Agrippa, I am accused by the Jews.