What is the meaning of Acts 24:25?

* The two F.O.G. Bibles & Commentary below are currently a work in progress.

As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

As he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was terrified, and answered, “Go your way for this time, and when it is convenient for me, I will summon you.”

World English Bible (WEB)

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Strong's King James

(25) But as he discussed about righteousness, self-control and the judgement to come, Felix became frightened and said, "Go away for now! When I find time, I will summon you."

The F.O.G*

[25] As Paul spoke about righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, his words struck uncomfortably close to home. Felix became visibly disturbed and dismissed him, saying, "That's enough for now. When I find it convenient, I'll send for you again."

The F.O.G Paraphrase

and he reasoning concerning righteousness, and temperance, and the judgment that is about to be, Felix, having become afraid, answered, ‘For the present be going, and having got time, I will call for thee;’

Young's Literal Translation