Matthew 27:1-2·~1 min
Jesus Delivered to Pilate
At daybreak the chief priests and elders conspire to kill Jesus, then bind him, lead him away, and hand him to Pilate.
W1hen morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people conspired against Jesus to put Him to death. 2They bound Him, led Him away, and handed Him over to Pilate the governor.
Section summaryThe chief priests and elders bring their settled purpose into the morning light, bind Jesus, and hand him to Pilate.
Role in the chapterThis opening movement turns the hidden conspiracy into formal Roman custody.