Definition: I will hear thee, said he, when thine accusers are also come. And he commanded him to be kept in Herod’s judgment hall.

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down that verse from Acts 23:35 together. It's a really important and somewhat dramatic passage about a man facing serious consequences. Here’s what it means, explained simply: The Basic Story: Paul is being accused: In the past, Paul had been falsely accused of disturbing the peace – essentially, he was accused of causing trouble and disrupting the community. He's facing further accusations: Suddenly, more people are coming to accuse him of the same thing. These people are now part of a larger group of people who are being investigated by Herod. Herod’s Judgment Hall: Herod was a powerful ruler in Judea (part of what is now Israel) and he had a special place for people accused of wrongdoing – it's called a "judgment hall." This was a place where people were brought before him to be judged. What Paul Said & What Happened Next: "I will hear thee..." : Paul was being questioned again, and this time, he’s acknowledging that he is also being accused. "...said he, when thine accusers are also come." : This is the key part. He said, "I will listen to you.” It means he's accepting responsibility for the accusations against him. "And he commanded him to be kept in Herod’s judgment hall." : This is where it gets really significant. Paul was ordered by Herod to be held within this judgment hall. Essentially, he was going to face these accusations and judgments alongside the other accused people. Overall Meaning & Significance: This verse shows that Paul’s situation wasn't just about him being falsely accused. It was a complex situation where he was being subjected to a process of scrutiny and judgment. It highlights his willingness to accept responsibility for what happened, even though it involved being in a place where he would be judged. In short: Paul is acknowledging his role in the accusations against him and is being kept under watch by Herod as part of a larger legal process. Do you want me to explain any specific aspect of this verse further? For example, we could talk about: The context of the story The significance of 'Herod' The implications for Paul’s journey