Act 22:5. Μαρτυρεῖ μοι, beareth me witness) It was evident that he could bear Paul witness: Paul does not doubt that he is willing to do so; hence he speaks in a kind tone. Afterwards in ch. Act 26:5, he speaks in a more severe tone.-ἀδελφοὺς, brethren) Jews: ch. Act 2:29.