Matthew 26:68
Matthew 26:68 in Multiple Translations
and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?”
Saying, Prophesy unto us, thou Christ, Who is he that smote thee?
saying, Prophesy unto us, thou Christ: who is he that struck thee?
Be a prophet, O Christ, and say who gave you a blow!
and said, “Prophesy to us, you ‘Messiah’! Who just hit you?”
Saying, Prophecie to vs, O Christ, Who is he that smote thee?
saying, 'Declare to us, O Christ, who he is that struck thee?'
saying, “Prophesy to us, you Christ! Who hit you?”
Saying, Prophesy to us, thou Christ, Who is he that smote thee?
Saying: Prophesy unto us, O Christ, who is he that struck thee?
and said, “Since you claim that [IRO] you are the Messiah, tell us who hit you!”
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Context — Jesus before the Sanhedrin
68and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?”
69Meanwhile, Peter was sitting out in the courtyard, and a servant girl came up to him. “You also were with Jesus the Galilean,” she said. 70But he denied it before them all: “I do not know what you are talking about.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 22:63–65 | The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him. They blindfolded Him and kept demanding, “Prophesy! Who hit You?” And they said many other blasphemous things against Him. |
| 2 | Mark 14:65 | Then some of them began to spit on Him. They blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, “Prophesy!” And the officers received Him with slaps in His face. |
| 3 | 1 Peter 2:4–8 | As you come to Him, the living stone, rejected by men but chosen and precious in God’s sight, you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. For it stands in Scripture: “See, I lay in Zion a stone, a chosen and precious cornerstone; and the one who believes in Him will never be put to shame.” To you who believe, then, this stone is precious. But to those who do not believe, “The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone,” and, “A stone of stumbling and a rock of offense.” They stumble because they disobey the word—and to this they were appointed. |
| 4 | Judges 16:25 | And while their hearts were merry, they said, “Call for Samson to entertain us.” So they called Samson out of the prison to entertain them. And they stationed him between the pillars. |
| 5 | Mark 15:18–19 | And they began to salute Him: “Hail, King of the Jews!” They kept striking His head with a staff and spitting on Him. And they knelt down and bowed before Him. |
| 6 | Matthew 27:39–44 | And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!” In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying, “He saved others, but He cannot save Himself. He is the King of Israel! Let Him come down now from the cross, and we will believe in Him. He trusts in God. Let God deliver Him now if He wants Him. For He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’” In the same way, even the robbers who were crucified with Him berated Him. |
| 7 | John 19:14–15 | It was the day of Preparation for the Passover, about the sixth hour. And Pilate said to the Jews, “Here is your King!” At this, they shouted, “Away with Him! Away with Him! Crucify Him!” “Shall I crucify your King?” Pilate asked. “We have no king but Caesar,” replied the chief priests. |
| 8 | Genesis 37:19–20 | “Here comes that dreamer!” they said to one another. “Come now, let us kill him and throw him into one of the pits. We can say that a vicious animal has devoured him. Then we shall see what becomes of his dreams!” |
| 9 | John 19:2–3 | The soldiers twisted together a crown of thorns, set it on His head, and dressed Him in a purple robe. And they went up to Him again and again, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” and slapping Him in the face. |
| 10 | Matthew 27:28–29 | They stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him. And they twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on His head. They put a staff in His right hand and knelt down before Him to mock Him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” |
Matthew 26:68 Summary
[This verse shows how the people mocked and belittled Jesus, asking Him to prophesy who hit Him, which was a way of showing their contempt for Him as the Messiah. Jesus had predicted His death and resurrection, but the people did not believe Him, and instead, they treated Him with scorn and humiliation, as seen in Matthew 20:18-19 and Psalm 22:7-8. Despite this, Jesus remained silent and did not retaliate, demonstrating His humility and obedience to God's will, as taught in Isaiah 53:7. We can learn from Jesus' example and strive to respond to adversity with humility and faith, just like He did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the people mock Jesus and ask Him to prophesy who hit Him?
The people were trying to humiliate and belittle Jesus, showing their contempt for Him as the Messiah, similar to the treatment of other prophets in the Bible, such as in Matthew 5:12 and Acts 7:52.
Is this verse related to Jesus' predictions about His death and resurrection?
While Jesus had predicted His death and resurrection in Matthew 20:18-19, this specific verse highlights the mocking and scorn He faced, which was also foretold in Psalm 22:7-8 and Isaiah 50:6.
What can we learn from the way Jesus responded to this mockery?
Jesus' silence and lack of retaliation in the face of mockery, as seen in Matthew 26:68, demonstrate His humility and obedience to God's will, as taught in Isaiah 53:7 and Matthew 27:12-14.
How does this verse relate to the theme of Jesus' trial and crucifixion?
This verse is part of the narrative of Jesus' trial, where He was falsely accused, mocked, and beaten, ultimately leading to His crucifixion, as prophesied in Isaiah 53 and Psalm 22, and fulfilled in Matthew 27:35.
Reflection Questions
- What would I have done if I were in Jesus' place, facing such mockery and humiliation?
- How can I apply Jesus' example of humility and silence in the face of adversity to my own life?
- What does this verse reveal about the nature of humanity and our tendency to reject and mock God's messengers?
- In what ways can I show reverence and respect for Jesus, who endured such suffering and humiliation for my sake?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 26:68
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 26:68
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 26:68
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 26:68
Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 26:68
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 26:68
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 26:68
Barnes' Notes on Matthew 26:68
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 26:68
Sermons on Matthew 26:68
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The Chief Cornerstone by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the importance of humility and realizing that we don't amount to much in the eyes of God. He shares his experiences at camp meetings where |
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A Chosen Foundation Generation by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, Peter emphasizes two important points. Firstly, he highlights that the chosen foundation for the church is Christ. He urges the saints to lay aside all malice and d |
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(Pdf Book) God's Dwelling Place by Bakht Singh | Bakht Singh emphasizes the profound mystery of God's dwelling place, illustrating how believers, redeemed by Christ, are being gathered to form a habitation for God through the Spi |
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My Heart Is Fixed by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of praising God and the importance of having a fixed heart. He shares a personal testimony of being healed through praising the Lo |
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How Much Is Jesus Worth? by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about his experience with sharing his faith with a neighbor. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating the love of Christ and |
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Spiritual Sacrifices That Are Acceptable to God by Brian Long | Brian Long emphasizes the significance of offering spiritual sacrifices that are acceptable to God, as outlined in 1 Peter 2. He explains that true worship involves coming to God w |
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What Is a Christian 22 Christian Is a New Man by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of being greater than others. He uses the example of a boy and an elephant named Jumbo to illustrate the difference between huma |







