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Matthew 27:16-18
Modern English Version
Matthew 27:16-18
Modern English Version
16 They had then a notorious prisoner called Barabbas. 17 So when they had gathered together, Pilate said to them, “Whom do you want me to release to you—Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?” 18 For he knew that they had handed Him over out of envy.
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Matthew 27:16-18
New International Version
Matthew 27:16-18
New International Version
16 At that time they had a well-known prisoner whose name was Jesus[a] Barabbas. 17 So when the crowd had gathered, Pilate asked them, “Which one do you want me to release to you: Jesus Barabbas, or Jesus who is called the Messiah?”(A) 18 For he knew it was out of self-interest that they had handed Jesus over to him.
Footnotes
- Matthew 27:16 Many manuscripts do not have Jesus; also in verse 17.
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