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Matthew 28:12

Matthew 28:12
And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

And when they were assembled with the elders,.... Upon this the grand sanhedrim was convened together, which consisted of the chief priests, Scribes, and elders;

and had taken counsel among…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

And when they were assembled ... - They deemed the matter of so much importance as to justify the calling together of the great council of the nation. Notwithstanding all their caution, it was plain…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Matthew 28:11-12

The Roman Guards are bribed. This important testimony is given by St Matthew only

12. large money Literally, many pieces of silver, a largesse.