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Matthew 26:68

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

Saying, Prophesy unto us, thou Christ, Who is he that smote thee?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They mocked him, saying, 'Come on, Christ — if you're really a prophet, tell us who just hit you.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even in his darkest moment, they couldn't resist mocking the one who came to save them.

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