Matthew 27:64

God's Word

Therefore, give the order to make the tomb secure until the third day. Otherwise, his disciples may steal him and say to the people, ‘He has been brought back to life.’ Then the last deception will be worse than the first.”

Cross References

Matthew 12:45

Then it goes and brings along seven other spirits more evil than itself. They enter and take up permanent residence there. In the end the condition of that person is worse than it was before. That is what will happen to the evil people of this day.”

Matthew 27:63

They said, “Sir, we remember how that deceiver said while he was still alive, ‘After three days I will be brought back to life.’

Matthew 27:65

Pilate told them, “You have the soldiers you want for guard duty. Go and make the tomb as secure as you know how.”

Matthew 28:13

and told them to say that Jesus’ disciples had come at night and had stolen his body while they were sleeping.

1 Thessalonians 2:3

When we encouraged you, we didn’t use unethical schemes, corrupt practices, or deception.