Matthew 28:15
So the soldiers took the money and did as they had been instructed. This report spread widely among the Jews and continues even today.
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14If this report reaches the governor, we will persuade him and take any worries away from you.”
16But the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them.
Cross References
Matthew 26:15and said, “What are you willing to give me to deliver him to you?” They weighed out thirty pieces of silver for him.
1 Timothy 6:10For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people who desire it have been mislead away from the faith and have pierced themselves with much grief.
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 →