Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Øversteprestene, synagogens ledere og hele rådet prøvde å finne noe som kunne felle Jesus. De prøvde å få folk til å vitne og fortelle løgner så de kunne få Ham drept. Men selv om mange vitner kom fram og løy om Jesus, var det ikke nok til å få Ham dømt til døden. Til slutt kom to menn fram og sa: «Denne Mannen har sagt: ‘Jeg kan ødelegge Guds tempel og bygge det opp igjen på tre dager.’»
What Does This Mean?
The chief priests and elders tried to find people who could lie about Jesus to justify putting him to death. This shows their determination to get rid of Jesus, even if it meant lying.
Explained for Children
Imagine some mean kids at school trying really hard to make up a story about you so they can get the teacher to send you home from class. That's kind of what was happening here with the grown-ups who didn't like Jesus.
Historical Background
This verse is from Matthew, one of the four gospels in the New Testament. It was written around 80-90 AD by an unknown author but traditionally attributed to Matthew, a disciple of Jesus. The audience likely included early Jewish Christians and Gentile converts to Christianity in the Roman Empire.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this verse reminds us about the dangers of spreading false information or rumors. For example, if someone is trying to hurt your reputation by lying about you online, remember that truth usually prevails in the end.
Why did the chief priests and elders seek false witnesses?
They sought false witnesses because they wanted a reason to put Jesus to death, but lacked legitimate evidence. This shows their determination to eliminate him despite his innocence.
What can we learn about honesty from this verse?
This verse highlights the importance of truthfulness and integrity in our lives. It warns against spreading lies or false information about others.
How does Matthew 26:59 relate to modern situations?
It reminds us of the dangers of slander and false accusations, which can be prevalent today on social media platforms where rumors spread quickly and harm reputations.
What role did the council play in this scenario?
The council was complicit in seeking out false witnesses against Jesus. They were part of a legal body that should have upheld justice but instead participated in injustice.