Matthew 28:13
and instructed them: “You are to say, ‘His disciples came by night and stole Him away while we were asleep.’
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept.
In Context
14If this report reaches the governor, we will satisfy him and keep you out of trouble.”
Matthew Henry on Matthew 28:12-16
The Resurrection. 11 Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and showed unto the chief priests all the things that were done. 12 And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers, 13 Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept. 14 And if this come to the governor's ears, we will persuade him, and secure you. 15 So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly… Read the whole commentary →