Matthew 27:20

Modern English Version

But the chief priests and elders persuaded the crowd to ask for Barabbas and kill Jesus.

Cross References

Jeremiah 26:8

And when Jeremiah had made an end of speaking all that the Lord had commanded him to speak to all the people, the priests and the prophets and all the people took hold of him, saying, “You shall surely die.

Matthew 27:21

The governor answered, “Which of the two do you want me to release to you?” They said, “Barabbas.”

Mark 15:11

But the chief priests stirred the people, so that he should instead release Barabbas to them.

John 18:40

They all shouted again, “Not this Man, but Barabbas!” Now Barabbas was a robber.

Acts 18:4

He lectured in the synagogue every Sabbath and persuaded Jews and Greeks.