So why are you questioning me? Ask the people who heard me. Certainly they know what I said.”
“If you are the Messiah,” they began, “tell us.” Jesus answered, “If I tell you, you will not believe me.
“I’ve spoken openly to the world,” Jesus answered. “I’ve always taught in synagogues or at the temple, where all the Jews come together. I haven’t said anything in secret.
When Jesus responded this way, one of the officials nearby slapped him in the face. “Is that any way to answer the high priest?” he demanded.