And the tribune responded, "I obtained this citizenship at great cost." And Paul said, "But I was born to it.
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King James Version
And the chief captain answered, With a great sum obtained I this freedom. And Paul said, But I was free born.English Standard Version
The tribune answered, "I bought this citizenship for a large sum." Paul said, "But I am a citizen by birth."New International Version
Then the commander said, "I had to pay a big price for my citizenship.But I was born a citizen," Paul replied.