Susanna 1:41

41 Because the two men were not only leaders in the community but also judges, the people believed their story and condemned Susanna to death.

Susanna 1:41 In-Context

39 and caught them in the act. We tried to hold on to the man, but he was too strong for us. He ran and opened the gates and got away,

40 but we were able to hold the woman. We asked her who the man was, but she refused to tell us. We swear that our testimony is true."

41 Because the two men were not only leaders in the community but also judges, the people believed their story and condemned Susanna to death.

42 Then Susanna cried out in a loud voice, "Eternal God, nothing can be kept secret from you; you know everything before it happens.

43 Here I am about to die, but you know that I am innocent, that these men are lying. Why must I die?"