Matthew 27:20

But the chief priests and the elders urged the crowds to ask for Barabbas, and to destroy Jesus.

Montgomery New Testament

In The King James Version

But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.

In Context

19And while he was seated upon the judgment-seat, his wife had sent to him, saying, "Have nothing to do with that innocent man, for I have suffered many things today, in a dream, because of him."

21So when Pilate said to them, "Which of the two do you want me to release unto you?" they said, "Barabbas."

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Cross References

Mark 15:11But the chief priests incited the crowds to have Barabbas released to them, instead.

John 18:40Then they all shouted again. "No, not him! Barabbas!" Now Barabbas was a robber.

Acts 3:14"but you disowned the holy and righteous One, and asked as a favor the release of a murderer.

Acts 19:23Now just at this time, there arose no small commotion concerning the Way.

Matthew Henry on Matthew 27:12-26

Christ at the Bar of Pilate. 11 And Jesus stood before the governor: and the governor asked him, saying, Art thou the King of the Jews? And Jesus said unto him, Thou sayest. 12 And when he was accused of the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing. 13 Then said Pilate unto him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness against thee? 14 And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly. 15 Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom… Read the whole commentary →

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