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John Trapp Complete Commentary

Matthew 27:14

And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly.

Ver. 14. The governor marvelled] That Christ should so betray his own cause, by an obstinate silence. But why marvelled he not as much at the impudence of the priests, pressing such palpable untruths against him? He did, no doubt; and yet against all equity yielded to their importunity. But should not magistrates be men of courage, coeur-de-lions? Solomon's throne was supported by lions; to show what manner of men such should be as sit in places of judicature.

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