Matthew 27:9 Meaning
Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of him that was valued, whom they of the children of Israel did value;
Context Explained
7And they took counsel, and bought with them the potter's field, to bury strangers in.
8Wherefore that field was called, The field of blood, unto this day.
9Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of him that was valued, whom they of the children of Israel did value;
10And gave them for the potter's field, as the Lord appointed me.
11And Jesus stood before the governor: and the governor asked him, saying, Art thou the King of the Jews? And Jesus said unto him, Thou sayest.
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Related Cross References
Zechariah 11:12-13
This Old Testament passage prophesies the price of betrayal, which is fulfilled in this verse.
Acts 1:18
This verse explains the consequences of Judas' betrayal and the fulfillment of the prophecy.
Source: Matthew 27:9