John 19:11

Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin.

King James Version
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Other Translations for John 19:11

BSB
Jesus answered, "You would have no authority over Me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed Me over to you is guilty of greater sin."
AKJV
Jesus answered, You could have no power at all against me, except it were given you from above: therefore he that delivered me to you has the greater sin.
CPDV
Jesus responded, "You would not have any authority over me, unless it were given to you from above. For this reason, he who has handed me over to you has the greater sin."
ERV
Jesus answered him, Thou wouldest have no power against me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath greater sin.
NHEB
Jesus answered, "You would have no power at all against me, unless it were given to you from above. Therefore he who delivered me to you has greater sin."
SMT
Jesus answered, Thou hast no power against me, if it were not given thee from above: therefore he delivering me to thee has greater sin.

Commentary for John 19:11

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Overview of John 19:11
Summary
Jesus reveals ultimate power rests with higher authority
Place
Jerusalem
Event
Jesus explains power delegation
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching