Mat 27:11-14 | Clarke | STEP | Verse 11 Before the governor - My old MS. English Bible translates ηγημων Meyr cheef justyse, Presedent. Art thou the King of the Jews? - The Jews had undoubtedly delivered him to Pilate as one who was rising up against the imperial authority, and assuming the regal office. See on (note).

‏ Matthew 27:11-14

Verse 11

Before the governor - My old MS. English Bible translates ηγημων Meyr cheef justyse, Presedent.

Art thou the King of the Jews? - The Jews had undoubtedly delivered him to Pilate as one who was rising up against the imperial authority, and assuming the regal office. See on Mat 27:2 (note). Verse 12

He answered nothing - An answer to such accusations was not necessary: they sufficiently confuted themselves. Verse 14

Marveled greatly - Silence under calumny manifests the utmost magnanimity. The chief priests did not admire this because it confounded them; but Pilate, who had no interest to serve by it, was deeply affected. This very silence was predicted. Isa 53:7.