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Matthew 27:4

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed the innocent blood. And they said, What is that to us? see thou to that.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He said, 'I messed up big time, I betrayed someone who didn't deserve it.' But they were like, 'That's your problem, not ours. Figure it out yourself.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the people who used you will act like your guilt isn't their problem.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Matthew, this verse describes the moment when Judas Iscariot, after betraying Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, returns to the chief priests and elders overwhelmed by guilt. He confesses that he has sinned by betraying innocent blood, referring to Jesus, who was wrongfully accused. The religious leaders respond dismissively, showing their hardened hearts and unwillingness to take responsibility for their role in the injustice.

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