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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
And he cast down the pieces of silver--The sarcastic, diabolical reply which he had got, in place of the sympathy which perhaps he expected, would deepen his remorse into an agony. in the temple--the temple proper, commonly called "the sanctuary," or "the holy place," into which only the priests might enter. How is this to be explained? Perhaps he flung the money in after them. But thus were fulfilled the words of the prophet--"I cast them to the potter in the house of the Lord" (Zac 11:13). and departed, and went and hanged himself--For the details, see on Act 1:18.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple,.... Upon the ground, in that part of the temple where they were sitting; in their council chamber, , "the paved chamber", where the sanhedrim used to meet (m): for it seems they would not take the money of him; and he was determined not to carry it back with him, and therefore threw it down before them, left it, and departed; from the sanhedrim: and went; out of the temple; not to God, nor to the throne of his grace, nor to his master, to ask pardon of him, but to some secret solitary place, to cherish his grief and black despair, and hanged himself. The kind and manner of his death, as recorded by Luke in Act 1:18 is, that "falling headlong, he burst asunder the midst, and all his bowels gushed out"; which account may be reconciled with this, by supposing the rope, with which he hanged himself, to break, when falling; it may be, from a very high place, upon a stone, or stump of a tree; when his belly burst, and his guts came out: or it may be rendered, as it is in the Arabic and Ethiopic versions, "he was strangled"; and that either by the devil, as Dr. Lightfoot thinks; who, having been in him for the space of two or three days, caught him up into the air, and threw him down headlong; and dashing him on the ground, he burst in the midst, and his bowels gushed out, and the devil made his exit that way: or by a disease called the squinancy, or quinsy, a suffocation brought upon him by excessive grief, deep melancholy, and utter despair; when being choked by it, he fell flat upon his face, and the rim of his belly burst, and his entrails came out. This disease the Jews call "Iscara"; and if it was what he was subject to from his infancy, his parents might call him Iscariot from hence; and might be designed in providence to be what should bring him to his wretched end: and what is said of this suffocating disorder, seems to agree very well with the death of Judas. They say (n), that "it is a disease that begins in the bowels, and ends in the throat:'' they call death by it, , "an evil death" (o); and say (p), that "there are nine hundred and three kinds of deaths in the world, but that , "the hardest of them all is Iscara"; which the Gloss calls "strangulament", and says, is in the midst of the body:'' they also reckon it, , "a violent death" (q); and say (r), that the spies which brought a bad report of the good land, died of it. Moreover, they affirm (s), that "whoever tastes anything before he separates (i.e. lights up the lamp on the eve of the sabbath, to distinguish the night from the day), shall die by "Iscara", or suffocation.'' Upon which the Gloss says, this is "measure for measure: he that satisfies his throat, or appetite, shall be choked: as it is said (t) he that is condemned to be strangled, either he shall be drowned in a river, or he shall die of a quinsy, this is "Iscara".'' (m) T. Bab. Sanhedrin, fol. 88. 2. (n) Gloss. in T. Bab. Sabbat, fol 33. 1. (o) T. Bab. Yebamot, fol. 62. 9. (p) Beracot, fol. 3. 1. (q) Gloss. in T. Bab. Taanith, fol. 19. 2. (r) T. Bab. Sota, fol. 35. 1. (s) T. Bab. Pesachim, fol. 105. 1. (t) T. Bab. Cetubot, fol. 30. 2.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
27:5 hanged himself: Judas’s suicide resulted from a guilt-stricken, unrepentant conscience. His death satisfied Old Testament law regarding the punishment of a false witness (see Deut 19:16-21).
Matthew 27:5
Judas Hangs Himself
4“I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.”5So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself.
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A Spiritual Leader
By Zac Poonen2.5K00:00Audio BooksMAT 6:33MAT 27:5LUK 10:37LUK 13:1JHN 13:27ACT 13:27GAL 1:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a strong and uncompromising leader for the next generation of believers. He urges listeners to take their calling seriously and to repent for any dishonor they may have brought to God's name in the past. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about his time in the Navy, highlighting the responsibility and vigilance required of a leader. He also warns about the potential dangers of financial and music power in God's work. The sermon concludes with a reminder to evaluate one's ministry and live in a way that will minimize regret at the judgment seat of Christ.
Jabez a Lonely Man
By John Phillips1.6K43:43JabezGEN 32:261CH 2:551CH 4:10MAT 6:33MAT 27:5LUK 22:212CO 12:2In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing a cartoon that appeared in an American newspaper during the time of the moon landing. The cartoon depicts two astronauts on Mars, with one of them broadcasting back to Earth. The preacher then transitions to the story of Jacob and Rachel from the Bible, highlighting the significance of their son's name. He also mentions a man named JBas who made a great impact on his generation, leading to the establishment of a city named after him. The sermon concludes with a prayer thanking God for providing solutions to our problems.
Christ Is All - in Scripture
By Bill McLeod1.6K46:28Fulness Of ChristPSA 2:10PSA 40:7PSA 41:9MAT 1:21MAT 28:19MRK 14:62COL 3:11TIT 3:7PHM 1:1In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Mark 16 and Luke 1 from the Bible. He highlights how Jesus reproached his disciples for their lack of belief in his resurrection and then commanded them to preach the gospel to the world. The speaker also mentions that some versions of the Bible omit miracles and end with Jesus' death on the cross, portraying him as a good man and advocate of peace. However, the speaker emphasizes that the Bible is truly all about Jesus and explores the significance of his ministry and his role as the Son of God.
Can a Christian Commit Suicide?
By Tim Conway1.2K32:19PSA 34:17ISA 41:10MAT 27:5MRK 3:281CO 6:91CO 10:13HEB 12:1JAS 4:21JN 2:3REV 21:4
This sermon addresses the question of whether a Christian can commit suicide, highlighting that suicide is self-murder driven by unfulfilled desires. It explores biblical examples of suicide and the implications of such actions on one's faith and salvation. The speaker emphasizes the need to trust in God's grace and endure suffering, rather than resorting to self-will and unrighteousness. Suicide is portrayed as a dishonorable and sinful act, contrasting with the call to find rest and satisfaction in Christ.
Understanding Marriage - Spiritual Preparation for Marriage
By David Guzik1.1K39:06MAT 27:5LUK 10:37EPH 1:1EPH 4:1EPH 4:11EPH 4:17EPH 5:13In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of humility and meekness as described in Ephesians chapter four. He emphasizes the importance of living new lives as new people in Jesus Christ, separate from the world. The preacher highlights the significance of receiving and understanding what God has done for us, and how it should influence our daily lives. He also discusses the concept of submission in three different areas and the transformation it can bring to relationships. The sermon concludes with the reminder that getting closer to Jesus is the key to a thriving marriage.
Knowing God's Will
By Peter Maiden12953:01Will Of God1KI 3:7PSA 25:9PSA 32:8PSA 48:14MAT 27:5LUK 10:37ACT 15:36In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the certainty of God's guidance for His children. He highlights that God is revealed as a shepherd and a father in the Bible, guiding His people to fulfill specific purposes. The preacher also discusses the importance of discerning the gifts and abilities given by the Holy Spirit. He encourages believers to be busy and active in their faith, as God often guides those who are actively serving Him. The sermon concludes with a promise to provide seven particular principles for discerning God's guidance.
Compared View of the First Three Gospels, Etc.
By John Nelson Darby0The GospelsChrist's MinistryMAT 1:1MAT 4:17MAT 5:1MAT 9:35MAT 11:28MAT 28:19MRK 1:14LUK 3:23LUK 4:18John Nelson Darby discusses the distinct characteristics and purposes of the first three Gospels, emphasizing that Mark presents a chronological account of Christ's service, while Matthew focuses on the presentation of Jesus as the Messiah and the implications of His rejection. He notes that Luke, while generally following Mark's order, includes moral teachings that are unique to his Gospel. Darby highlights the importance of understanding the genealogies and the context of Christ's ministry, particularly in relation to Israel's expectations and the establishment of the church. He concludes that the Gospels collectively reveal the nature of Christ's mission and the unfolding of God's plan for humanity.
Are You Perishing? the Reason for Our Being
By Paris Reidhead0GEN 1:26MAT 27:5JHN 3:16ACT 17:301CO 3:122CO 5:10Paris Reidhead preaches about the urgency of repentance and the impending judgment by God, as seen in Acts 17:23-31. He emphasizes that sin is not just an inherited condition but a deliberate choice to rebel against God, leading to a criminal aspect that must be addressed at the cross. Reidhead delves into the concept of 'perishing,' highlighting the tragic waste of failing to fulfill the intended purpose of our existence, which is to be in a loving relationship with God. He challenges the audience to live each day in full fellowship with God, allowing Him to work through them to avoid squandering time and facing regret at the Judgment Seat of Christ.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
And he cast down the pieces of silver--The sarcastic, diabolical reply which he had got, in place of the sympathy which perhaps he expected, would deepen his remorse into an agony. in the temple--the temple proper, commonly called "the sanctuary," or "the holy place," into which only the priests might enter. How is this to be explained? Perhaps he flung the money in after them. But thus were fulfilled the words of the prophet--"I cast them to the potter in the house of the Lord" (Zac 11:13). and departed, and went and hanged himself--For the details, see on Act 1:18.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple,.... Upon the ground, in that part of the temple where they were sitting; in their council chamber, , "the paved chamber", where the sanhedrim used to meet (m): for it seems they would not take the money of him; and he was determined not to carry it back with him, and therefore threw it down before them, left it, and departed; from the sanhedrim: and went; out of the temple; not to God, nor to the throne of his grace, nor to his master, to ask pardon of him, but to some secret solitary place, to cherish his grief and black despair, and hanged himself. The kind and manner of his death, as recorded by Luke in Act 1:18 is, that "falling headlong, he burst asunder the midst, and all his bowels gushed out"; which account may be reconciled with this, by supposing the rope, with which he hanged himself, to break, when falling; it may be, from a very high place, upon a stone, or stump of a tree; when his belly burst, and his guts came out: or it may be rendered, as it is in the Arabic and Ethiopic versions, "he was strangled"; and that either by the devil, as Dr. Lightfoot thinks; who, having been in him for the space of two or three days, caught him up into the air, and threw him down headlong; and dashing him on the ground, he burst in the midst, and his bowels gushed out, and the devil made his exit that way: or by a disease called the squinancy, or quinsy, a suffocation brought upon him by excessive grief, deep melancholy, and utter despair; when being choked by it, he fell flat upon his face, and the rim of his belly burst, and his entrails came out. This disease the Jews call "Iscara"; and if it was what he was subject to from his infancy, his parents might call him Iscariot from hence; and might be designed in providence to be what should bring him to his wretched end: and what is said of this suffocating disorder, seems to agree very well with the death of Judas. They say (n), that "it is a disease that begins in the bowels, and ends in the throat:'' they call death by it, , "an evil death" (o); and say (p), that "there are nine hundred and three kinds of deaths in the world, but that , "the hardest of them all is Iscara"; which the Gloss calls "strangulament", and says, is in the midst of the body:'' they also reckon it, , "a violent death" (q); and say (r), that the spies which brought a bad report of the good land, died of it. Moreover, they affirm (s), that "whoever tastes anything before he separates (i.e. lights up the lamp on the eve of the sabbath, to distinguish the night from the day), shall die by "Iscara", or suffocation.'' Upon which the Gloss says, this is "measure for measure: he that satisfies his throat, or appetite, shall be choked: as it is said (t) he that is condemned to be strangled, either he shall be drowned in a river, or he shall die of a quinsy, this is "Iscara".'' (m) T. Bab. Sanhedrin, fol. 88. 2. (n) Gloss. in T. Bab. Sabbat, fol 33. 1. (o) T. Bab. Yebamot, fol. 62. 9. (p) Beracot, fol. 3. 1. (q) Gloss. in T. Bab. Taanith, fol. 19. 2. (r) T. Bab. Sota, fol. 35. 1. (s) T. Bab. Pesachim, fol. 105. 1. (t) T. Bab. Cetubot, fol. 30. 2.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
27:5 hanged himself: Judas’s suicide resulted from a guilt-stricken, unrepentant conscience. His death satisfied Old Testament law regarding the punishment of a false witness (see Deut 19:16-21).