And if I also ask you, you will by no means answer Me or let Me go.
Parallel translations
- WEB and if I ask, you will in no way answer me or let me go.
- KJV And if I also ask you, ye will not answer me, nor let me go.
- BSB And if I ask you a question, you will not answer.
- NASB and if I ask a question, you will not answer.
- NLT And if I ask you a question, you won’t answer.
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Quick answer
Jesus adds that if He questions them, they will not answer or release Him. He underscores the bad faith of His judges.
Overview
Jesus points out that genuine dialogue is impossible because His accusers have predetermined His fate. Their refusal to engage honestly confirms the injustice of the trial. The verse highlights the contrast between Christ's truthfulness and the deceit arrayed against Him.
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Cross-references · 2
- Luke 20:41–44He said to them, “Why do they say that the Christ is David’s son?
- Luke 20:3–7He answered them, “I also will ask you one question. Tell me:
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