Heartrending
This volume fills a huge gap and provides a unique opportunity to learn about the custodial system of the Graeco-Roman world. There has been a great need for a careful
treatment of Paul´s imprisonments. This arduous task has now been accomplished by
Brian Rapske. His use of ancient literary sources and archaeological evidence is sheer
overwhelming and breathtaking. He elucidates nearly all issues concerning custodial
practices, Roman Law, trials and incarcerations both generally and in relation to Paul.
It is a mine of information and enhances the historical veracity of the Book of Acts. Working through the book is a tour de force but it is worth the effort. All future expositions
of Acts have to build upon this magisterial work.