John 18:14
“Now Caiaphas was he, which gave counsel to the Jews, that it was expedient that one man should die for the people.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Now Caiaphas was he which gave council to the Jews,.... The chief priests and Pharisees, who met in council about Jesus,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Which gave counsel ... - Joh 11:49-50. This is referred to here, probably, to show how little prospect there was that…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Caiaphas was he which gave counsel, etc. - Therefore he was an improper person to sit in judgment on Christ, whom he had…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 18:13-27
We have here an account of Christ's arraignment before the high priest, and some circumstances that occurred therein…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Now Caiaphas was he See on Joh 11:50-52. The remark is made here to recall the prophecy now so near fulfilment, and…