Matthew 26:1
American King James And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished all these sayings, he said to his disciples,
American Standard Version And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished all these words, he said unto his disciples,
King James And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished all these sayings, he said unto his disciples,
World English Bible When Jesus had finished all these words, he said to his disciples,
Matthew 26:2
American King James You know that after two days is the feast of the passover, and the Son of man is betrayed to be crucified.
American Standard Version Ye know that after two days the passover cometh, and the Son of man is delivered up to be crucified.
King James Ye know that after two days is the feast of the passover, and the Son of man is betrayed to be crucified.
World English Bible “You know that after two days the Passover is coming, and the Son of Man will be delivered up to be crucified.”
Matthew 26:3
American King James Then assembled together the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders of the people, to the palace of the high priest, who was called Caiaphas,
American Standard Version Then were gathered together the chief priests, and the elders of the people, unto the court of the high priest, who was called Caiaphas;
King James Then assembled together the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders of the people, unto the palace of the high priest, who was called Caiaphas,
World English Bible Then the chief priests, the scribes, and the elders of the people were gathered together in the court of the high priest, who was called Caiaphas.
Matthew 26:4
American King James And consulted that they might take Jesus by subtlety, and kill him.
American Standard Version and they took counsel together that they might take Jesus by subtlety, and kill him.
King James And consulted that they might take Jesus by subtilty, and kill him.
World English Bible They took counsel together that they might take Jesus by deceit and kill him.
Matthew 26:5
American King James But they said, Not on the feast day, lest there be an uproar among the people.
American Standard Version But they said, Not during the feast, lest a tumult arise among people.
King James But they said, Not on the feast day, lest there be an uproar among the people.
World English Bible But they said, “Not during the feast, lest a riot occur among the people.”
Matthew 26:6
American King James Now when Jesus was in Bethany, in the house of Simon the leper,
American Standard Version Now when Jesus was in Bethany, in the house of Simon the leper,
King James Now when Jesus was in Bethany, in the house of Simon the leper,
World English Bible Now when Jesus was in Bethany, in the house of Simon the leper,
Matthew 26:7
American King James There came to him a woman having an alabaster box of very precious ointment, and poured it on his head, as he sat at meat.
American Standard Version there came unto him a woman having an alabaster cruse of exceeding precious ointment, and she poured it upon his head, as he sat at meat.
King James There came unto him a woman having an alabaster box of very precious ointment, and poured it on his head, as he sat at meat.
World English Bible a woman came to him having an alabaster jar of very expensive ointment, and she poured it on his head as he sat at the table.
Matthew 26:8
American King James But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?
American Standard Version But when the disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?
King James But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?
World English Bible But when his disciples saw this, they were indignant, saying, “Why this waste?
Matthew 26:9
American King James For this ointment might have been sold for much, and given to the poor.
American Standard Version For this `ointment' might have been sold for much, and given to the poor.
King James For this ointment might have been sold for much, and given to the poor.
World English Bible For this ointment might have been sold for much and given to the poor.”
Matthew 26:10
American King James When Jesus understood it, he said to them, Why trouble you the woman? for she has worked a good work on me.
American Standard Version But Jesus perceiving it said unto them, Why trouble ye the woman? for she hath wrought a good work upon me.
King James When Jesus understood it, he said unto them, Why trouble ye the woman? for she hath wrought a good work upon me.
World English Bible However, knowing this, Jesus said to them, “Why do you trouble the woman? She has done a good work for me.
Matthew 26:11
American King James For you have the poor always with you; but me you have not always.
American Standard Version For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always.
King James For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always.
World English Bible For you always have the poor with you, but you don’t always have me.
Matthew 26:12
American King James For in that she has poured this ointment on my body, she did it for my burial.
American Standard Version For in that she poured this ointment upon my body, she did it to prepare me for burial.
King James For in that she hath poured this ointment on my body, she did it for my burial.
World English Bible For in pouring this ointment on my body, she did it to prepare me for burial.
Matthew 26:13
American King James Truly I say to you, Wherever this gospel shall be preached in the whole world, there shall also this, that this woman has done, be told for a memorial of her.
American Standard Version Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached in the whole world, that also which this woman hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her.
King James Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached in the whole world, there shall also this, that this woman hath done, be told for a memorial of her.
World English Bible Most certainly I tell you, wherever this Good News is preached in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be spoken of as a memorial of her.”
Matthew 26:14
American King James Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests,
American Standard Version Then one of the twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests,
King James Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests,
World English Bible Then one of the twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests
Matthew 26:15
American King James And said to them, What will you give me, and I will deliver him to you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.
American Standard Version and said, What are ye willing to give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they weighed unto him thirty pieces of silver.
King James And said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.
World English Bible and said, “What are you willing to give me if I deliver him to you?” So they weighed out for him thirty pieces of silver.
Matthew 26:16
American King James And from that time he sought opportunity to betray him.
American Standard Version And from that time he sought opportunity to deliver him `unto them.'
King James And from that time he sought opportunity to betray him.
World English Bible From that time he sought opportunity to betray him.
Matthew 26:17
American King James Now the first day of the feast of unleavened bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying to him, Where will you that we prepare for you to eat the passover?
American Standard Version Now on the first `day' of unleavened bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying, Where wilt thou that we make ready for thee to eat the passover?
King James Now the first day of the feast of unleavened bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying unto him, Where wilt thou that we prepare for thee to eat the passover?
World English Bible Now on the first day of unleavened bread, the disciples came to Jesus, saying to him, “Where do you want us to prepare for you to eat the Passover?”
Matthew 26:18
American King James And he said, Go into the city to such a man, and say to him, The Master said, My time is at hand; I will keep the passover at your house with my disciples.
American Standard Version And he said, Go into the city to such a man, and say unto him, The Teacher saith, My time is at hand; I keep the passover at thy house with my disciples.
King James And he said, Go into the city to such a man, and say unto him, The Master saith, My time is at hand; I will keep the passover at thy house with my disciples.
World English Bible He said, “Go into the city to a certain person, and tell him, ‘The Teacher says, “My time is at hand. I will keep the Passover at your house with my disciples.”’”
Matthew 26:19
American King James And the disciples did as Jesus had appointed them; and they made ready the passover.
American Standard Version And the disciples did as Jesus appointed them; and they made ready the passover.
King James And the disciples did as Jesus had appointed them; and they made ready the passover.
World English Bible The disciples did as Jesus commanded them, and they prepared the Passover.
Matthew 26:20
American King James Now when the even was come, he sat down with the twelve.
American Standard Version Now when even was come, he was sitting at meat with the twelve disciples;
King James Now when the even was come, he sat down with the twelve.
World English Bible Now when evening had come, he was reclining at the table with the twelve disciples.
Matthew 26:21
American King James And as they did eat, he said, Truly I say to you, that one of you shall betray me.
American Standard Version and as they were eating, he said, Verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me.
King James And as they did eat, he said, Verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me.
World English Bible As they were eating, he said, “Most certainly I tell you that one of you will betray me.”
Matthew 26:22
American King James And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began every one of them to say to him, Lord, is it I?
American Standard Version And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began to say unto him every one, Is it I, Lord?
King James And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began every one of them to say unto him, Lord, is it I?
World English Bible They were exceedingly sorrowful, and each began to ask him, “It isn’t me, is it, Lord?”
Matthew 26:23
American King James And he answered and said, He that dips his hand with me in the dish, the same shall betray me.
American Standard Version And he answered and said, He that dipped his hand with me in the dish, the same shall betray me.
King James And he answered and said, He that dippeth his hand with me in the dish, the same shall betray me.
World English Bible He answered, “He who dipped his hand with me in the dish will betray me.
Matthew 26:24
American King James The Son of man goes as it is written of him: but woe to that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! it had been good for that man if he had not been born.
American Standard Version The Son of man goeth, even as it is written of him: but woe unto that man through whom the Son of man is betrayed! good were it for that man if he had not been born.
King James The Son of man goeth as it is written of him: but woe unto that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! it had been good for that man if he had not been born.
World English Bible The Son of Man goes even as it is written of him, but woe to that man through whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would be better for that man if he had not been born.”
Matthew 26:25
American King James Then Judas, which betrayed him, answered and said, Master, is it I? He said to him, You have said.
American Standard Version And Judas, who betrayed him, answered and said, Is it I, Rabbi? He saith unto him, Thou hast said.
King James Then Judas, which betrayed him, answered and said, Master, is it I? He said unto him, Thou hast said.
World English Bible Judas, who betrayed him, answered, “It isn’t me, is it, Rabbi?” He said to him, “You said it.”
Matthew 26:26
American King James And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and broke it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body.
American Standard Version And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and brake it; and he gave to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body.
King James And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body.
World English Bible As they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks for it, and broke it. He gave to the disciples and said, “Take, eat; this is my body.”
Matthew 26:27
American King James And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink you all of it;
American Standard Version And he took a cup, and gave thanks, and gave to them, saying, Drink ye all of it;
King James And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it;
World English Bible He took the cup, gave thanks, and gave to them, saying, “All of you drink it,
Matthew 26:28
American King James For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.
American Standard Version for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many unto remission of sins.
King James For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.
World English Bible for this is my blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for many for the remission of sins.
Matthew 26:29
American King James But I say to you, I will not drink from now on of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.
American Standard Version But I say unto you, I shall not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.
King James But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.
World English Bible But I tell you that I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on, until that day when I drink it anew with you in my Father’s Kingdom.”
Matthew 26:30
American King James And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.
American Standard Version And when they had sung a hymn, they went out unto the mount of Olives.
King James And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.
World English Bible When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.
Matthew 26:31
American King James Then said Jesus to them, All you shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered abroad.
American Standard Version Then saith Jesus unto them, All ye shall be offended in me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered abroad.
King James Then saith Jesus unto them, All ye shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered abroad.
World English Bible Then Jesus said to them, “All of you will be made to stumble because of me tonight, for it is written, ‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’
Matthew 26:32
American King James But after I am risen again, I will go before you into Galilee.
American Standard Version But after I am raised up, I will go before you into Galilee.
King James But after I am risen again, I will go before you into Galilee.
World English Bible But after I am raised up, I will go before you into Galilee.”
Matthew 26:33
American King James Peter answered and said to him, Though all men shall be offended because of you, yet will I never be offended.
American Standard Version But Peter answered and said unto him, If all shall be offended in thee, I will never be offended.
King James Peter answered and said unto him, Though all men shall be offended because of thee, yet will I never be offended.
World English Bible But Peter answered him, “Even if all will be made to stumble because of you, I will never be made to stumble.”
Matthew 26:34
American King James Jesus said to him, Truly I say to you, That this night, before the cock crow, you shall deny me thrice.
American Standard Version Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, that this night, before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice.
King James Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, That this night, before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice.
World English Bible Jesus said to him, “Most certainly I tell you that tonight, before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.”
Matthew 26:35
American King James Peter said to him, Though I should die with you, yet will I not deny you. Likewise also said all the disciples.
American Standard Version Peter saith unto him, Even if I must die with thee, `yet' will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples.
King James Peter said unto him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples.
World English Bible Peter said to him, “Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you.” All of the disciples also said likewise.
Matthew 26:36
American King James Then comes Jesus with them to a place called Gethsemane, and said to the disciples, Sit you here, while I go and pray yonder.
American Standard Version Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto his disciples, Sit ye here, while I go yonder and pray.
King James Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, Sit ye here, while I go and pray yonder.
World English Bible Then Jesus came with them to a place called Gethsemane, and said to his disciples, “Sit here, while I go there and pray.”
Matthew 26:37
American King James And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy.
American Standard Version And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and sore troubled.
King James And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy.
World English Bible He took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and severely troubled.
Matthew 26:38
American King James Then said he to them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even to death: tarry you here, and watch with me.
American Standard Version Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: abide ye here, and watch with me.
King James Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me.
World English Bible Then he said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch with me.”
Matthew 26:39
American King James And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as you will.
American Standard Version And he went forward a little, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass away from me: nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt.
King James And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.
World English Bible He went forward a little, fell on his face, and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass away from me; nevertheless, not what I desire, but what you desire.”
Matthew 26:40
American King James And he comes to the disciples, and finds them asleep, and said to Peter, What, could you not watch with me one hour?
American Standard Version And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?
King James And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?
World English Bible He came to the disciples and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, “What, couldn’t you watch with me for one hour?
Matthew 26:41
American King James Watch and pray, that you enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
American Standard Version Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
King James Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
World English Bible Watch and pray, that you don’t enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
Matthew 26:42
American King James He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, your will be done.
American Standard Version Again a second time he went away, and prayed, saying, My Father, if this cannot pass away, except I drink it, thy will be done.
King James He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.
World English Bible Again, a second time he went away and prayed, saying, “My Father, if this cup can’t pass away from me unless I drink it, your desire be done.”
Matthew 26:43
American King James And he came and found them asleep again: for their eyes were heavy.
American Standard Version And he came again and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy.
King James And he came and found them asleep again: for their eyes were heavy.
World English Bible He came again and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy.
Matthew 26:44
American King James And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the third time, saying the same words.
American Standard Version And he left them again, and went away, and prayed a third time, saying again the same words.
King James And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the third time, saying the same words.
World English Bible He left them again, went away, and prayed a third time, saying the same words.
Matthew 26:45
American King James Then comes he to his disciples, and said to them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
American Standard Version Then cometh he to the disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
King James Then cometh he to his disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
World English Bible Then he came to his disciples and said to them, “Are you still sleeping and resting? Behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
Matthew 26:46
American King James Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that does betray me.
American Standard Version Arise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that betrayeth me.
King James Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me.
World English Bible Arise, let’s be going. Behold, he who betrays me is at hand.”
Matthew 26:47
American King James And while he yet spoke, see, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people.
American Standard Version And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priest and elders of the people.
King James And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people.
World English Bible While he was still speaking, behold, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and elders of the people.
Matthew 26:48
American King James Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast.
American Standard Version Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that is he: take him.
King James Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast.
World English Bible Now he who betrayed him had given them a sign, saying, “Whoever I kiss, he is the one. Seize him.”
Matthew 26:49
American King James And immediately he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him.
American Standard Version And straightway he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, Rabbi; and kissed him.
King James And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him.
World English Bible Immediately he came to Jesus, and said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed him.
Matthew 26:50
American King James And Jesus said to him, Friend, why are you come? Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus and took him.
American Standard Version And Jesus said unto him, Friend, `do' that for which thou art come. Then they came and laid hands on Jesus, and took him.
King James And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus and took him.
World English Bible Jesus said to him, “Friend, why are you here?” Then they came and laid hands on Jesus, and took him.
Matthew 26:51
American King James And, behold, one of them which were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and struck a servant of the high priest's, and smote off his ear.
American Standard Version And behold, one of them that were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and smote the servant of the high priest, and struck off his ear.
King James And, behold, one of them which were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and struck a servant of the high priest's, and smote off his ear.
World English Bible Behold, one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand and drew his sword, and struck the servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.
Matthew 26:52
American King James Then said Jesus to him, Put up again your sword into his place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.
American Standard Version Then saith Jesus unto him, Put up again thy sword into its place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.
King James Then said Jesus unto him, Put up again thy sword into his place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.
World English Bible Then Jesus said to him, “Put your sword back into its place, for all those who take the sword will die by the sword.
Matthew 26:53
American King James Think you that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
American Standard Version Or thinkest thou that I cannot beseech my Father, and he shall even now send me more than twelve legions of angels?
King James Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
World English Bible Or do you think that I couldn’t ask my Father, and he would even now send me more than twelve legions of angels?
Matthew 26:54
American King James But how then shall the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?
American Standard Version How then should the scriptures be fulfilled that thus it must be?
King James But how then shall the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?
World English Bible How then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that it must be so?”
Matthew 26:55
American King James In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are you come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the temple, and you laid no hold on me.
American Standard Version In that hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are ye come out as against a robber with swords and staves to seize me? I sat daily in the temple teaching, and ye took me not.
King James In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the temple, and ye laid no hold on me.
World English Bible In that hour Jesus said to the multitudes, “Have you come out as against a robber with swords and clubs to seize me? I sat daily in the temple teaching, and you didn’t arrest me.
Matthew 26:56
American King James But all this was done, that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples forsook him, and fled.
American Standard Version But all this is come to pass, that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples left him, and fled.
King James But all this was done, that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples forsook him, and fled.
World English Bible But all this has happened that the Scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples left him and fled.
Matthew 26:57
American King James And they that had laid hold on Jesus led him away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.
American Standard Version And they that had taken Jesus led him away to `the house of' Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were gathered together.
King James And they that had laid hold on Jesus led him away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.
World English Bible Those who had taken Jesus led him away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were gathered together.
Matthew 26:58
American King James But Peter followed him afar off to the high priest's palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end.
American Standard Version But Peter followed him afar off, unto the court of the high priest, and entered in, and sat with the officers, to see the end.
King James But Peter followed him afar off unto the high priest's palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end.
World English Bible But Peter followed him from a distance to the court of the high priest, and entered in and sat with the officers, to see the end.
Matthew 26:59
American King James Now the chief priests, and elders, and all the council, sought false witness against Jesus, to put him to death;
American Standard Version Now the chief priests and the whole council sought false witness against Jesus, that they might put him to death;
King James Now the chief priests, and elders, and all the council, sought false witness against Jesus, to put him to death;
World English Bible Now the chief priests, the elders, and the whole council sought false testimony against Jesus, that they might put him to death,
Matthew 26:60
American King James But found none: yes, though many false witnesses came, yet found they none. At the last came two false witnesses,
American Standard Version and they found it not, though many false witnesses came. But afterward came two,
King James But found none: yea, though many false witnesses came, yet found they none. At the last came two false witnesses,
World English Bible and they found none. Even though many false witnesses came forward, they found none. But at last two false witnesses came forward
Matthew 26:61
American King James And said, This fellow said, I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to build it in three days.
American Standard Version and said, This man said, I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to build it in three days.
King James And said, This fellow said, I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to build it in three days.
World English Bible and said, “This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to build it in three days.’”
Matthew 26:62
American King James And the high priest arose, and said to him, Answer you nothing? what is it which these witness against you?
American Standard Version And the high priest stood up, and said unto him, Answerest thou nothing? what is it which these witness against thee?
King James And the high priest arose, and said unto him, Answerest thou nothing? what is it which these witness against thee?
World English Bible The high priest stood up and said to him, “Have you no answer? What is this that these testify against you?”
Matthew 26:63
American King James But Jesus held his peace, And the high priest answered and said to him, I adjure you by the living God, that you tell us whether you be the Christ, the Son of God.
American Standard Version But Jesus held his peace. And the high priest said unto him, I adjure thee by the living God, that thou tell us whether thou art the Christ, the Son of God.
King James But Jesus held his peace, And the high priest answered and said unto him, I adjure thee by the living God, that thou tell us whether thou be the Christ, the Son of God.
World English Bible But Jesus stayed silent. The high priest answered him, “I adjure you by the living God that you tell us whether you are the Christ, the Son of God.”
Matthew 26:64
American King James Jesus said to him, You have said: nevertheless I say to you, Hereafter shall you see the Son of man sitting on the right hand of power, and coming in the clouds of heaven.
American Standard Version Jesus said unto him, Thou hast said: nevertheless I say unto you, Henceforth ye shall see the Son of man sitting at the right hand of Power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.
King James Jesus saith unto him, Thou hast said: nevertheless I say unto you, Hereafter shall ye see the Son of man sitting on the right hand of power, and coming in the clouds of heaven.
World English Bible Jesus said to him, “You have said so. Nevertheless, I tell you, after this you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of Power, and coming on the clouds of the sky.”
Matthew 26:65
American King James Then the high priest rent his clothes, saying, He has spoken blasphemy; what further need have we of witnesses? behold, now you have heard his blasphemy.
American Standard Version Then the high priest rent his garments, saying, He hath spoken blasphemy: what further need have we of witnesses? behold, now ye have heard the blasphemy:
King James Then the high priest rent his clothes, saying, He hath spoken blasphemy; what further need have we of witnesses? behold, now ye have heard his blasphemy.
World English Bible Then the high priest tore his clothing, saying, “He has spoken blasphemy! Why do we need any more witnesses? Behold, now you have heard his blasphemy.
Matthew 26:66
American King James What think you? They answered and said, He is guilty of death.
American Standard Version what think ye? They answered and said, He is worthy of death.
King James What think ye? They answered and said, He is guilty of death.
World English Bible What do you think?” They answered, “He is worthy of death!”
Matthew 26:67
American King James Then did they spit in his face, and buffeted him; and others smote him with the palms of their hands,
American Standard Version Then did they spit in his face and buffet him: and some smote him with the palms of their hands,
King James Then did they spit in his face, and buffeted him; and others smote him with the palms of their hands,
World English Bible Then they spat in his face and beat him with their fists, and some slapped him,
Matthew 26:68
American King James Saying, Prophesy to us, you Christ, Who is he that smote you?
American Standard Version saying, Prophesy unto us, thou Christ: who is he that struck thee?
King James Saying, Prophesy unto us, thou Christ, Who is he that smote thee?
World English Bible saying, “Prophesy to us, you Christ! Who hit you?”
Matthew 26:69
American King James Now Peter sat without in the palace: and a damsel came to him, saying, You also were with Jesus of Galilee.
American Standard Version Now Peter was sitting without in the court: and a maid came unto him, saying, Thou also wast with Jesus the Galilaean.
King James Now Peter sat without in the palace: and a damsel came unto him, saying, Thou also wast with Jesus of Galilee.
World English Bible Now Peter was sitting outside in the court, and a maid came to him, saying, “You were also with Jesus, the Galilean!”
Matthew 26:70
American King James But he denied before them all, saying, I know not what you say.
American Standard Version But he denied before them all, saying, I know not what thou sayest.
King James But he denied before them all, saying, I know not what thou sayest.
World English Bible But he denied it before them all, saying, “I don’t know what you are talking about.”
Matthew 26:71
American King James And when he was gone out into the porch, another maid saw him, and said to them that were there, This fellow was also with Jesus of Nazareth.
American Standard Version And when he was gone out into the porch, another `maid' saw him, and saith unto them that were there, This man also was with Jesus of Nazareth.
King James And when he was gone out into the porch, another maid saw him, and said unto them that were there, This fellow was also with Jesus of Nazareth.
World English Bible When he had gone out onto the porch, someone else saw him and said to those who were there, “This man also was with Jesus of Nazareth.”
Matthew 26:72
American King James And again he denied with an oath, I do not know the man.
American Standard Version And again he denied with an oath, I know not the man.
King James And again he denied with an oath, I do not know the man.
World English Bible Again he denied it with an oath, “I don’t know the man.”
Matthew 26:73
American King James And after a while came to him they that stood by, and said to Peter, Surely you also are one of them; for your speech denudes you.
American Standard Version And after a little while they that stood by came and said to Peter, Of a truth thou also art `one' of them; for thy speech maketh thee known.
King James And after a while came unto him they that stood by, and said to Peter, Surely thou also art one of them; for thy speech bewrayeth thee.
World English Bible After a little while those who stood by came and said to Peter, “Surely you are also one of them, for your speech makes you known.”
Matthew 26:74
American King James Then began he to curse and to swear, saying, I know not the man. And immediately the cock crew.
American Standard Version Then began he to curse and to swear, I know not the man. And straightway the cock crew.
King James Then began he to curse and to swear, saying, I know not the man. And immediately the cock crew.
World English Bible Then he began to curse and to swear, “I don’t know the man!” Immediately the rooster crowed.
Matthew 26:75
American King James And Peter remembered the word of Jesus, which said to him, Before the cock crow, you shall deny me thrice. And he went out, and wept bitterly.
American Standard Version And Peter remembered the word which Jesus had said, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. And he went out, and wept bitterly.
King James And Peter remembered the word of Jesus, which said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. And he went out, and wept bitterly.
World English Bible Peter remembered the word which Jesus had said to him, “Before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.” Then he went out and wept bitterly.