John 18:19-23

The High Priest Questions Jesus

19 Meanwhile, the high priest questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teaching.

20 “I have spoken openly to the world,” Jesus replied. “I always taught in synagogues or at the temple, where all the Jews come together. I said nothing in secret.

21 Why question me? Ask those who heard me. Surely they know what I said.”

22 When Jesus said this, one of the officials nearby slapped him in the face. “Is this the way you answer the high priest?” he demanded.

23 “If I said something wrong,” Jesus replied, “testify as to what is wrong. But if I spoke the truth, why did you strike me?”

Cross References

• 1. S Matthew 4:23
• 2. Matthew 26:55
• 3. John 7:26
• 4. ver 3
• 5. Matthew 16:21; John 19:3
• 6. Matthew 5:39; Acts 23:2-5