Matthew 27:18

Matthew 27:18 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

18For he knew it was out of self-interest that they had handed Jesus over to him.

18For he knew that it was because of envy that 27:18 I.e., the Jewish leadersthey had handed Him over.

18For he knew that because of envy they had handed Him over.

18For Pilate knew that it was because of jealousy that the chief priests and elders had handed Jesus over to him.

18For he knew it was out of envy that they had handed Jesus over to him.

18Pilate knew that the leaders wanted to get their own way. He knew this was why they had handed Jesus over to him.