Matthew 28:15

So they took the money and did as they had been instructed. And this story is still being spread among the Jews today.

Text-Critical English NT

In The King James Version

So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly reported among the Jews until this day.

In Context

14If this matter is heard before the governor, we will persuade him and keep you free from concern.”

16Meanwhile, the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had directed them to go.

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Cross References

Matthew 26:15and said, “What are you willing to give me if I deliver him up to you?” So they set out for him thirty pieces of silver.

1 Timothy 6:10For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to become rich some have wandered away from the faith, piercing themselves with many sorrows.

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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