Matthew 26:28
For this is my blood of the covenant, which is shed for many for the forgiveness of sins.
Revised King James New Testament
In The King James Version
For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.
In Context
27And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink of it, all of you;
Cross References
Mark 1:4John baptized in the wilderness, and preached a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.
Luke 22:19And he took bread, and gave thanks, and broke it, and gave to them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: do this in remembrance of me.
Romans 5:19For just as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous.
Ephesians 1:7In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;
Matthew Henry on Matthew 26:27-31
Institution of the Lord's Supper. 26 And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. 27 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; 28 For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. 29 But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom. 30 And… Read the whole commentary →