Mat 27:9-10 | MHM | STEP | v. 9–10 : Matthew explains that this event fulfills the prophecy spoken by Jeremiah (and written by Zechariah) about the thirty pieces of silver used to buy the potter’s field ( see Zechariah 11:12–13 ). This shows that even in their wickedness, the religious leaders were unknowingly fulfilling God’s plan and the words of Scripture.

‏ Matthew 27:9-10

v. 9–10: Matthew explains that this event fulfills the prophecy spoken by Jeremiah (and written by Zechariah) about the thirty pieces of silver used to buy the potter’s field (see Zechariah 11:12–13 ^a). This shows that even in their wickedness, the religious leaders were unknowingly fulfilling God’s plan and the words of Scripture.

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