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27. Man. Gr. anÄ“r, “man” as distinct from woman. This may imply a degree of respect, perhaps in view of the fact that Paul had proved to be a Roman citizen.

Taken. Gr. sullambanō, “to take,” “to seize” (cf. Matt. 26:55; Acts 12:3).

Should have been killed. Literally, “was about to be killed.” The letter omits the details of the religious controversy that prompted the attack upon Paul, perhaps because of the ignorance of Lysias concerning such matters and because he knew this would be stated before Felix (see v. 30).

Rescued him. That is, when Paul was first attacked (ch. 21:32).

Having understood. Or, “having learned,” “having been informed.” Lysias so phrased his account as to give Felix the idea that he had rescued Paul because he already knew him to be a Roman. This was, of course, contrary to fact (see ch. 22:25-29).