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Luke 24:20

King James Version (KJV)

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And how the chief priests and our rulers delivered him to be condemned to death, and have crucified him.

Luke 24:20 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Luke 24:20

Theological / Devotional

Our rulers. The two disciples know the facts and place the blame where it belongs. They do not blame the common people, who accepted Jesus as a prophet, nor do they hold the Roman authorities accountable. The death of Jesus was the work of the leaders of the Jewish nation (see Matt. 27:2).

Delivered him. See on Matt. 27:1, 2.

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