Definition: But had certain questions against him of their own superstition, and of one Jesus, which was dead, whom Paul affirmed to be alive.

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this passage from Acts 25:19. It’s a really important part of understanding what happened after the arrest of Paul in Jerusalem. Here's a simple explanation: The Basic Idea: This verse is about a group of Jewish people who were suspicious and angry at Paul, believing he was speaking about Jesus (who had been crucified) as being alive. They weren’t necessarily wrong – it’s true that Jesus was dead. But they interpreted this as a sign that Paul was trying to deceive them. Let's unpack it: "But had certain questions against him of their own superstition..." - This means the Jewish people were asking Paul questions, and those questions weren’t based on genuine belief but on something they thought was happening – a trick or a conspiracy. Their "superstition" is a fancy way of saying they were clinging to an idea that wasn't true. "...and of one Jesus, which was dead..." - They were focusing on the fact that Jesus had died. They thought this meant Paul was trying to lead them astray by talking about his death. "...whom Paul affirmed to be alive." – This is the key part. Paul assured them that Jesus was truly alive. He told them he believed it and that he was confident in that belief. What's the significance? This verse shows a crucial moment of conflict between Paul and the Jewish authorities. It demonstrates that even though Paul had been preaching about Jesus, these people weren’t convinced. Their suspicions were rooted in something other than true faith – a misunderstanding or a fear-based belief. In short: Paul was being tested by people who didn't believe him, and he responded with confidence and truth to protect his message of Jesus Christ. Do you want me to explain any of this further? For example, we could delve deeper into: The context of the situation – why were these people suspicious? What Paul was doing when he answered these questions?