When Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews with one accord rose up against Paul and brought him to the judgment seat, 13 saying, " This fellow persuades men to worship God contrary to the law. "

1. Along comes Gallio. He is the "governor" of this province of the Roman Empire. The Jews seek to rise up against Paul with the same charges brought in other places.

2. Paul is brought to the court. It is not clear if he is arrested or just brought in for questioning.

3. There is a charge brought against Paul. He is convincing men to follow customs contrary to the law. Only the "recognized and authorized" religions were allowed. The Jews showed that what Paul was teaching was not Judaism. It was, therefore, not one of the recognized religions.

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