Matthew 28:13
saying, 'Say ye, that his disciples having come by night, stole him — we being asleep;
Young's Literal Translation
In The King James Version
Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept.
In Context
14and if this be heard by the governor, we will persuade him, and you keep free from anxiety.'
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 →