What happensPermalink
Ananias and the Jews accuse Paul to Felix the governor of instigating a riot, being a Christian ringleader, and profaning the temple. Paul denies the first and third, but accepts the second. Felix keeps him in custody for two years, trying to extract a bribe.
Why it mattersPermalink
Only the riot would have been meaningful to the Romans; the other two charges are religious charges, not civil. Since he had been in Jerusalem only twelve days, Paul asserts he could not have caused a riot. Felix keeping him jailed paves the way for him to witness before more powerful rulers.
Key versePermalink
After some days Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish, and he sent for Paul and heard him speak about faith in Christ Jesus.