Matthew 27:16
Matthew · New Testament · Chapter 27
“And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.”Matthew 27:16
What Does Matthew 27:16 Mean?
Matthew 27:16 is found in the book of Matthew, chapter 27, verse 16 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 7 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (7)
These passages are connected to Matthew 27:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Mark 15:7“And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.”John 18:40“Then cried they all again, saying, Not this man, but Barabbas. Now Barabbas was a robber.”Luke 23:18“And they cried out all at once, saying, Away with this man, and release unto us Barabbas:”Luke 23:25“And he released unto them him that for sedition and murder was cast into prison, whom they had desired; but he delivered Jesus to their will.”Acts 3:14“But ye denied the Holy One and the Just, and desired a murderer to be granted unto you;”Acts 4:16“Saying, What shall we do to these men? for that indeed a notable miracle hath been done by them is manifest to all them that dwell in Jerusalem; and we cannot deny it.”Romans 1:32“Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them.”
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