Matthew 26:59

Contemporary English Version 1995

The chief priests and the whole council wanted to put Jesus to death. So they tried to find some people who would tell lies about him in court.

Cross References

Matthew 5:22

But I promise you if you are angry with someone, you will have to stand trial. If you call someone a fool, you will be taken to court. And if you say that someone is worthless, you will be in danger of the fires of hell.

Proverbs 25:18

Telling lies about friends is like attacking them with clubs and swords and sharp arrows.

Psalm 27:12

Don't let them do to me what they want. People tell lies about me and make violent threats,

John 18:19

The high priest questioned Jesus about his followers and his teaching.

John 18:21

Why are you questioning me? Why don't you ask the people who heard me? They know what I have said.”