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The chief priest questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teachings.
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Jesus answered him, "I have spoken publicly for everyone to hear. I have always taught in synagogues or in the temple courtyard, where all the Jews gather. I haven't said anything in secret.
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Why do you question me? Question those who heard what I said to them. They know what I've said."
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When Jesus said this, one of the guards standing near Jesus slapped his face and said, "Is that how you answer the chief priest?"
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Jesus replied to him, "If I've said anything wrong, tell me what it was. But if I've told the truth, why do you hit me?"
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Annas sent Jesus to Caiaphas, the chief priest. Jesus was still tied up.