Matthew 28:13
"When they were assembled with the elders and had taken counsel, they gave a large amount of silver to the soldiers,"
Key Reflection
This passage illustrates the attempt by the chief priests and elders to buy silence from the Roman guards, demonstrating their willingness to corrupt both religious and military authorities for their own gain. It highlights the hypocrisy and deceit of those who seek to suppress the truth about Jesus' resurrection while failing to address its spiritual implications.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes