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Matthew 27:62 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Matthew 27:62 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 27 verse 62 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Guard at the Tomb
“Now the next day, that followed the day of the preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees came together unto Pilate,”
Matthew 27:62 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 27:62
The next day, that followed the day of the preparation—this phrases the Sabbath respectfully without naming it, emphasizing the holy day. Yet the chief priests and Pharisees violated Sabbath by conducting business with Pilate. Their religious scruples (they wouldn't enter Pilate's hall during Passover, John 18:28) evaporated when protecting their position. Came together unto Pilate (συνήχθησαν πρὸς Πιλᾶτον)—conspired, gathered officially.This verse reveals stunning hypocrisy: they remembered Jesus' resurrection prediction when his own disciples forgot (16:21-22). The enemies took Christ's word...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 27:62
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“because it was the Preparation Day”
“at about the sixth hour.{noon} He said to the Jews”
“There laid they Jesus therefore because of the Jews' preparation day; for the sepulchre was nigh at hand.”
“because it was the Preparation Day”
“all the chief priests and the elders of the people took counsel against Jesus to put him to death:”
“and the peoples plot a vain thing?”
“and the Sabbath was drawing near.”
“the disciples came to Jesus”