Luke 20:7
And they made answer that they had no idea where it came from.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
And they answered, that they could not tell whence it was.
In Context
8And Jesus said, And I will not make clear to you by what authority I do these things.
Cross References
Isaiah 6:9And he said, Go, and say to this people, You will go on hearing, but learning nothing; you will go on seeing, but without getting wiser.
Isaiah 29:9Be surprised and full of wonder; let your eyes be covered and be blind: be overcome, but not with wine; go with uncertain steps, but not because of strong drink.
Isaiah 41:28And I saw that there was no man, even no wise man among them, who might give an answer to my questions.
Isaiah 44:18They have no knowledge or wisdom; for he has put a veil over their eyes, so that they may not see; and on their hearts, so that they may not give attention.
Zechariah 11:15And the Lord said to me, Take again the instruments of a foolish keeper of sheep.
Malachi 2:7For it is right for the priest's lips to keep knowledge, and for men to be waiting for the law from his mouth: for he is the servant sent from the Lord of armies.
Matthew Henry on Luke 20:2-9
Christ's Enemies Nonplussed. 1 And it came to pass, that on one of those days, as he taught the people in the temple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes came upon him with the elders, 2 And spake unto him, saying, Tell us, by what authority doest thou these things? or who is he that gave thee this authority? 3 And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and answer me: 4 The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? 5 And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If… Read the whole commentary →