John 18:28 · KJV
"Then led they Jesus from Caiaphas unto the hall of judgment: and it was early; and they themselves went not into the judgment hall, lest they should be defiled; but that they might eat the passover."
King James Version
What does John 18:28 mean? →Passage Context
26One of the servants of the high priest, being his kinsman whose ear Peter cut off, saith, Did not I see thee in the garden with him?
27Peter then denied again: and immediately the cock crew.
28Then led they Jesus from Caiaphas unto the hall of judgment: and it was early; and they themselves went not into the judgment hall, lest they should be defiled; but that they might eat the passover.
29Pilate then went out unto them, and said, What accusation bring ye against this man?
30They answered and said unto him, If he were not a malefactor, we would not have delivered him up unto thee.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you prioritize your spiritual practices over personal integrity?
2
What does it mean to you to be 'defiled' by the world?
3
When have you felt torn between tradition and your personal beliefs?
Life Application
tradition
Evaluate your own traditions and how they align with your values and beliefs.
faith
Seek to understand the deeper meaning behind your spiritual practices and their impact on your life.
Connection to Jesus
typology
Jesus' trial and subsequent sacrifice occur during Passover, symbolizing him as the ultimate Passover lamb.
See also: 1 Corinthians 5:7
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