Matthew 26:59

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

The leading priests and the high council tried to find something against Jesus so that they could kill him. They tried to find people to lie and say that Jesus had done wrong.

Cross References

Matthew 5:22

But I tell you, don’t be angry with anyone. If you are angry with others, you will be judged. And if you insult someone, you will be judged by the high court. And if you call someone a fool, you will be in danger of the fire of hell.

Proverbs 25:18

A person who gives false testimony against a neighbor is as deadly as a club, a sword, or a very sharp arrow.

Psalm 27:12

My enemies have attacked me. They have told lies about me and have tried to hurt me.

John 18:19

The high priest asked Jesus questions about his followers and what he taught them.

John 18:21

So why do you question me? Ask the people who heard my teaching. They know what I said.”