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The Hypocrisy of Purity
Commentators unanimously highlight the shocking irony of the Jewish leaders. They meticulously avoided ceremonial defilement by refusing to enter a Gentile's house, yet their hearts were filled with malice as they orchestrated the murder of an innocent man. As John Calvin notes, they strained at a gnat while swallowing a camel, showing how religious rituals can become a cover for profound wickedness.
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Albert Barnes
On John 18:28
18th Century
Theologian
See Matthew 27:1-2.
Hall of judgment. The praetorium—the same word that in Matthew 27:27 is translated common hall.
AT Robertson
On John 18:28
They lead (αγουσιν). Dramatic historical present of αγω, plural "they" for the Sanhedrists (Luke 23:1). John gives no …
Charles Ellicott
On John 18:28
19th Century
Bishop
On the accusation before Pilate (John 18:28–38), compare Notes on the parallels in Matthew 27:11-14, Mark 15:2–5, and Luke 2…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 18:28
19th Century
Preacher
Then led they Jesus from Caiaphas unto the hall of judgment:
That is to say, Pilate's hall. Pilate, at that time, was probably resi…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 18:28
John does not describe the early morning session of the council, with Caiaphas as presiding officer (see Mk 14:53–65 and comments). There Jesus was…
John Calvin
On John 18:28
16th Century
Theologian
Then they lead Jesus. That trial, which the Evangelist mentions, took place before daybreak; and yet there can be no doubt that they had t…
John Gill
On John 18:28
17th Century
Pastor
Then led they Jesus from Caiaphas
When Peter had denied him, one of the officers had struck him, the high priest had…
Matthew Henry
On John 18:28–32
17th Century
Minister
It was unjust to put one to death who had done so much good; therefore, the Jews were willing to save themselves from reproach. Many fear the scand…