Beth

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Felix does not act in the interests of Paul. Neither, though, does he act in the genuine interests of the Jews. Ultimately, Felix acts solely in his own interests—the worst behavior of a patron. He does not use his imbalanced power to serve the communities who were dependent on him, neither Paul nor the Jewish delegation.
Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes: Patronage, Honor, and Shame in the Biblical World
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