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Matthew 26:65-67
Amplified Bible
Matthew 26:65-67
Amplified Bible
65 Then the high priest tore his [a]robes [in mock horror] and exclaimed, “He has blasphemed [by making Himself God’s equal]! What further need have we of witnesses or evidence? See, you have now heard the blasphemy.(A) 66 What do you think?” They answered, “[b]He deserves to be put to death.”
67 Then they spat in His face and struck Him with their fists; and some slapped Him,(B)
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- Matthew 26:65 Or outer garments. This was a response required by Jewish law for judges who had heard blasphemy. However, OT law forbade the high priest to tear his clothing (Lev 10:6; 21:10).
- Matthew 26:66 A statement expressing complete rejection of and contempt for the Messiah.
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