Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But Jesus made no reply, not even to a single charge—to the great amazement of the governor. New Living Translation But Jesus made no response to any of the charges, much to the governor’s surprise. English Standard Version But he gave him no answer, not even to a single charge, so that the governor was greatly amazed. Berean Standard Bible But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement. Berean Literal Bible And He did not answer him, not even to one word, so as to amaze the governor exceedingly. King James Bible And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly. New King James Version But He answered him not one word, so that the governor marveled greatly. New American Standard Bible And still He did not answer him in regard to even a single charge, so the governor was greatly amazed. NASB 1995 And He did not answer him with regard to even a single charge, so the governor was quite amazed. NASB 1977 And He did not answer him with regard to even a single charge, so that the governor was quite amazed. Legacy Standard Bible And He did not answer him with regard to even a single charge, so the governor marveled greatly. Amplified Bible But Jesus did not reply to him, not even to a single accusation, so that the governor was greatly astonished. Christian Standard Bible But he didn’t answer him on even one charge, so that the governor was quite amazed. Holman Christian Standard Bible But He didn’t answer him on even one charge, so that the governor was greatly amazed. American Standard Version And he gave him no answer, not even to one word: insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly. Contemporary English Version But Jesus did not say anything, and the governor was greatly amazed. English Revised Version And he gave him no answer, not even to one word: insomuch that the governor marveled greatly. GOD'S WORD® Translation But Jesus said absolutely nothing to him in reply, so the governor was very surprised. Good News Translation But Jesus refused to answer a single word, with the result that the Governor was greatly surprised. International Standard Version But Jesus did not reply at all, so that the governor was very surprised. Majority Standard Bible But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor?s amazement. NET Bible But he did not answer even one accusation, so that the governor was quite amazed. New Heart English Bible He gave him no answer, not even one word, so that the governor was greatly amazed. Webster's Bible Translation And he answered him to not a word; so that the governor marveled greatly. Weymouth New Testament But He made no reply to a single accusation, so that the Governor was greatly astonished. World English Bible He gave him no answer, not even one word, so that the governor marveled greatly. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd He did not answer him, not even to one word, so that the governor wondered greatly. Berean Literal Bible And He did not answer him, not even to one word, so as to amaze the governor exceedingly. Young's Literal Translation And he did not answer him, not even to one word, so that the governor did wonder greatly. Smith's Literal Translation And he answered him not to one word: so that the leader wondered greatly. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he answered him to never a word; so that the governor wondered exceedingly. Catholic Public Domain Version And he did not respond any word to him, so that the procurator wondered greatly. New American Bible But he did not answer him one word, so that the governor was greatly amazed. New Revised Standard Version But he gave him no answer, not even to a single charge, so that the governor was greatly amazed. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut he did not answer him, not even a word; and because of this Pilate marvelled greatly. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he gave him no response, not even a word, and at this he marveled greatly. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he gave him answer to not one word, so that the governor was greatly astonished. Godbey New Testament And He responded to him not one word, so that the governor marveled exceedingly. Haweis New Testament And he made him no reply, no not to a single word: so that the governor marvelled exceedingly. Mace New Testament but he made no answer to any thing he said, so that the governor was very much surpriz'd. Weymouth New Testament But He made no reply to a single accusation, so that the Governor was greatly astonished. Worrell New Testament And He did not answer him, not even to one word; so that the governor greatly wondered. Worsley New Testament but He answered him not one word: so that the governor was much astonished. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jesus Before Pilate…13Then Pilate asked Him, “Do You not hear how many charges they are bringing against You?” 14But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement. 15Now it was the governor’s custom at the feast to release to the crowd a prisoner of their choosing.… Cross References Isaiah 53:7 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. 1 Peter 2:23 When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly. Mark 15:5 But to Pilate’s amazement, Jesus made no further reply. John 19:9-10 and he went back into the Praetorium. “Where are You from?” he asked. But Jesus gave no answer. / So Pilate said to Him, “Do You refuse to speak to me? Do You not know that I have authority to release You and authority to crucify You?” Acts 8:32-33 The eunuch was reading this passage of Scripture: “He was led like a sheep to the slaughter, and as a lamb before the shearer is silent, so He did not open His mouth. / In His humiliation He was deprived of justice. Who can recount His descendants? For His life was removed from the earth.” Luke 23:9 Herod questioned Jesus at great length, but He gave no answer. John 18:37 “Then You are a king!” Pilate said. “You say that I am a king,” Jesus answered. “For this reason I was born and have come into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to My voice.” John 19:11 Jesus answered, “You would have no authority over Me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed Me over to you is guilty of greater sin.” Matthew 26:63 But Jesus remained silent. Then the high priest said to Him, “I charge You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God.” Psalm 38:13-14 But like a deaf man, I do not hear; and like a mute man, I do not open my mouth. / I am like a man who cannot hear, whose mouth offers no reply. Psalm 39:1-2 For the choirmaster. For Jeduthun. A Psalm of David. I said, “I will watch my ways so that I will not sin with my tongue; I will guard my mouth with a muzzle as long as the wicked are present.” / I was speechless and still; I remained silent, even from speaking good, and my sorrow was stirred. Psalm 44:15 All day long my disgrace is before me, and shame has covered my face, Psalm 69:4 Those who hate me without cause outnumber the hairs of my head; many are those who would destroy me—my enemies for no reason. Though I did not steal, I must repay. Isaiah 50:6 I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle. Isaiah 53:3 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. Treasury of Scripture And he answered him to never a word; so that the governor marveled greatly. marvelled. Psalm 71:7 I am as a wonder unto many; but thou art my strong refuge. Isaiah 8:18 Behold, I and the children whom the LORD hath given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from the LORD of hosts, which dwelleth in mount Zion. Zechariah 3:8 Hear now, O Joshua the high priest, thou, and thy fellows that sit before thee: for they are men wondered at: for, behold, I will bring forth my servant the BRANCH. Jump to Previous Accusation Amazed Astonished Charge Exceedingly Governor Great Greatly Insomuch Jesus Marveled Marvelled Quite Regard Ruler Single Wonder Wondered WordJump to Next Accusation Amazed Astonished Charge Exceedingly Governor Great Greatly Insomuch Jesus Marveled Marvelled Quite Regard Ruler Single Wonder Wondered WordMatthew 27 1. Jesus is delivered bound to Pilate.3. Judas hangs himself. 19. Pilate, admonished of his wife, 20. and being urged by the multitude, washes his hands, and releases Barabbas. 27. Jesus is mocked and crowned with thorns; 33. crucified; 39. reviled; 50. dies, and is buried; 62. his tomb is sealed and watched. But Jesus gave no answer In this moment, Jesus' silence fulfills the prophecy found in Isaiah 53:7, which describes the suffering servant as being oppressed and afflicted, yet not opening His mouth. His silence can be seen as a demonstration of His submission to God's will and His role as the sacrificial Lamb. This silence also contrasts with the typical behavior of defendants in Roman trials, who would vigorously defend themselves. Jesus' choice to remain silent highlights His divine authority and the fulfillment of His mission. not even to a single charge much to the governor’s amazement Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who is on trial before Pontius Pilate. 2. Pontius Pilate The Roman governor of Judea, who is presiding over the trial of Jesus. He is amazed by Jesus' silence in the face of accusations. 3. The Accusers The chief priests and elders who brought Jesus to Pilate, accusing Him of various charges. 4. The Trial The legal proceedings where Jesus is being judged by Pilate, a pivotal event leading to His crucifixion. 5. Jerusalem The city where these events are taking place, during the time of Passover. Teaching Points The Power of SilenceJesus' silence before His accusers demonstrates His strength and control. In situations where we face false accusations or misunderstandings, sometimes silence can be more powerful than words. Fulfillment of Prophecy Jesus' actions fulfill the prophecies of the Old Testament, reinforcing the reliability of Scripture. This encourages believers to trust in God's Word and His promises. Trust in God's Sovereignty Jesus' calm demeanor in the face of injustice shows His trust in God's sovereign plan. We are reminded to trust God even when circumstances seem unfair or beyond our control. Responding to Injustice Jesus' example teaches us to respond to injustice with grace and dignity, leaving judgment to God. This challenges us to reflect on how we handle personal injustices. Amazement of the World Pilate's amazement at Jesus' silence highlights how the world often does not understand the ways of God. Our lives, when lived in accordance with God's will, can also be a testimony that causes others to marvel.Verse 14. - To never a word (pro\ ou)de\ e%n ῤῆμα, not even to one word). He made no reply to a single one of the accusations die; he was a willing sacrifice; so he acted as his prophet had foretold, "He opened not his mouth" (Isaiah 53:7). Marvelled greatly. The Roman governor in all his experience had never beheld such calm resigntion, such unshaken equanimity, such intrepid resolution in the face of death. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek ButΚαὶ (Kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [Jesus] gave no answer, ἀπεκρίθη (apekrithē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 611: From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak. not even οὐδὲ (oude) Adverb Strong's 3761: Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. a single ἓν (hen) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. charge, ῥῆμα (rhēma) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 4487: From rheo; an utterance, ; by implication, a matter or topic; with a negative naught whatever. much λίαν (lian) Adverb Strong's 3029: Very; very much, exceedingly, greatly. Of uncertain affinity; much. to ὥστε (hōste) Conjunction Strong's 5620: So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. governor’s ἡγεμόνα (hēgemona) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2232: From hegeomai; a leader, i.e. Chief person of a province. amazement. θαυμάζειν (thaumazein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active Strong's 2296: (a) intrans: I wonder, marvel, (b) trans: I wonder at, admire. From thauma; to wonder; by implication, to admire. Links Matthew 27:14 NIVMatthew 27:14 NLT Matthew 27:14 ESV Matthew 27:14 NASB Matthew 27:14 KJV Matthew 27:14 BibleApps.com Matthew 27:14 Biblia Paralela Matthew 27:14 Chinese Bible Matthew 27:14 French Bible Matthew 27:14 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Matthew 27:14 He gave him no answer not even (Matt. Mat Mt) |
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