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Matthew 27:20

King James Version

But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.

Berean Standard Bible

But the chief priests and elders persuaded the crowds to ask for Barabbas and to have Jesus put to death.

World English Bible

Now the chief priests and the elders persuaded the multitudes to ask for Barabbas and destroy Jesus.