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Matthew 27:20

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But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.

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  1. Matthew 27:18

    For he knew that for envy they had delivered him.

  2. Matthew 27:19

    When he was set down on the judgment seat, his wife sent unto him, saying, Have thou nothing to do with that just man: for I have suffered many things this day in a dream because of him.

  3. Matthew 27:21

    The governor answered and said unto them, Whether of the twain will ye that I release unto you? They said, Barabbas.

  4. Matthew 27:22

    Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified.

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