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Matthew 26:74

King James Version (KJV)

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Matthew 26:74

Verse 74 of 75

Scripture focus

Then began he to curse and to swear, [saying], I know not the man. And immediately the cock crew.

Matthew 26:74 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 26:74

Theological / Devotional

Curse. This was in direct violation of the principle of pure and simple speech laid down by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount (see on ch. 5:33—37). Peter’s false oath was no guarantee of the truthfulness of his words, and it was this very evil against which Christ warned. For the moment, Peter was no better than the false witnesses who were testifying against Jesus.

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