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Matthew 27:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
The governor answered and said unto them, Whether of the twain will ye that I release unto you? They said, Barabbas.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

The governor turned to the crowd and asked, 'Which one of these two do you want me to let go?' And they shouted back, 'Barabbas!'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When given the choice between Jesus and a criminal, the crowd chose the criminal.

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