The leading priests picked up the coins. “It wouldn’t be right to put this money in the Temple treasury,” they said, “since it was payment for murder.”27:6 Greek since it is the price for blood.

Two revolutionaries27:38 Or criminals; also in 27:44. were crucified with him, one on his right and one on his left.

But at this point the leading priests stirred up the crowd to demand the release of Barabbas instead of Jesus. 

Lord God my Father,

Expose evils as it lives around me. Keep me in your Truth and protect me from slipping, May your justice be enough. Show us the heart of our leaders.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen