Matthew 26:59

Free Bible Version

The chief priests and the whole council were trying to find some false evidence against Jesus so they could put him to death.

Cross References

Psalm 27:12

don't hand me over to them and their evil intentions, for they are making false accusations against me and threatening me with violence.

Proverbs 25:18

Telling lies in court against a friend is like attacking them with a mace, or a sword, or an arrow.

Matthew 5:22

But I tell you, anyone who is angry with his brother will be condemned as guilty. Whoever calls his brother an idiot has to answer to the council, but whoever verbally abuses others is liable to the fire of Gehenna.

John 18:19

Then the chief priest questioned Jesus about his disciples and what he had been teaching.

John 18:21

So why are you questioning me? Ask the people who heard me what I told them. They know what I said.”