Matthew 28:12

So they and the elders met and, after holding a consultation, gave a large sum of money to the soldiers,

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And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,

In Context

11While they were still on their way, some of the guard came into the city, and reported to the chief priests everything that had happened.

13and told them to say that his disciples came in the night, and stole him while they were asleep;

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Cross References

Psalms 2:1Why this turmoil of nations, this futile plotting of peoples,

Matthew 27:1At daybreak all the chief priests and the elders of the people consulted together against Jesus, to bring about his death.

John 11:47The chief priests and the Pharisees called a meeting of the High Council, and said, “What are we to do, now that this man is giving so many signs?

Acts 4:5The next day, a meeting of the leaders of the people, the elders, and the teachers of the Law was held in Jerusalem.

Acts 5:40The Council followed his advice, and, calling the apostles in, had them flogged, and then, after cautioning them not to speak in the name of Jesus, set them free.

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 →

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