Charles Ellicott Commentary John 18:23

Charles Ellicott Commentary

John 18:23

1819–1905
Anglican
Charles Ellicott
Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott Commentary

John 18:23

1819–1905
Anglican
SCRIPTURE

"Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest thou me?" — John 18:23 (ASV)

Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil.—Compare Note on Matthew 5:39.

Bear witness of the evil.—That is, "Produce the evidence which the law requires."