Matthew Poole and continuators on Acts 26:25

25 But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.

St. Paul with all meekness makes his reply to the Governour; and not taking notice of his sharp censuring of him, returning an Answer in most respectful terms unto him; as his blessed Master, who when he was reviled, reviled not again, 1 Pet. 2.23.

Soberness in contradiction to madness. Modesty waving the Reflection, and denying the charge Festus had laid upon him.