Matthew 26:59

Good News Translation

The chief priests and the whole Council tried to find some false evidence against Jesus to put him to death;

Cross References

Psalm 27:12

Don't abandon me to my enemies, who attack me with lies and threats.

Proverbs 25:18

A false accusation is as deadly as a sword, a club, or a sharp arrow.

Matthew 5:22

But now I tell you: if you are angry with your brother you will be brought to trial, if you call your brother ‘You good-for-nothing!’ you will be brought before the Council, and if you call your brother a worthless fool you will be in danger of going to the fire of hell.

John 18:19

The High Priest questioned Jesus about his disciples and about his teaching.

John 18:21

Why, then, do you question me? Question the people who heard me. Ask them what I told them—they know what I said.”