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Felix

Felix was a Roman governor of Judea who heard the case against Paul and kept him in custody for two years.

The name Felix means “happy, prosperous”

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Summary

A man living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Acts 23:24; only referred to as Felix (Φῆλιξ); husband of Drusilla.

Events

Dates are approximate

Glossary entries

Felix, Antonius

Family members

Spouse

Drusilla

Alternative names

Mentions

Includes 5 verses that refer to Felix without naming them, as “he”, “she”, or the subject of a verb.

  1. Acts 23:24
    Provide mounts for Paul to take him safely to Governor Felix.”
  2. Acts 23:26
    Claudius Lysias, To His Excellency, Governor Felix: Greetings.
  3. Acts 24:2Referred to, not named
    When Paul had been called in, Tertullus opened the prosecution: “Because of you, we have enjoyed a lasting peace, and your foresight has brought improvements to this nation.
  4. Acts 24:3
    In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.
  5. Acts 24:4Referred to, not named
    But in order not to delay you any further, I beg your indulgence to hear us briefly.
  6. Acts 24:8Referred to, not named
    By examining him yourself, you will be able to learn the truth about all our charges against him.”
  7. Acts 24:22
    Then Felix, who was well informed about the Way, adjourned the hearing and said, “When Lysias the commander comes, I will decide your case.”
  8. Acts 24:23Referred to, not named
    He ordered the centurion to keep Paul under guard, but to allow him some freedom and permit his friends to minister to his needs.
  9. Acts 24:24
    After several days, Felix returned with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him speak about faith in Christ Jesus.
  10. Acts 24:25
    As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”
  11. Acts 24:26Referred to, not named
    At the same time, he was hoping that Paul would offer him a bribe. So he sent for Paul frequently and talked with him.
  12. Acts 24:27
    After two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus. And wishing to do the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul in prison.
  13. Acts 25:14
    Since they were staying several days, Festus laid out Paul’s case before the king: “There is a certain man whom Felix left in prison.