Matthew 27:8

Wherefore that field was called, The field of blood, unto this day.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 27:8

BSB
That is why it has been called the Field of Blood to this day.
AKJV
Why that field was called, The field of blood, to this day.
CPDV
For this reason, that field is called Haceldama, that is, 'The Field of Blood,' even to this very day.
ERV
Wherefore that field was called, The field of blood, unto this day.
NHEB
Therefore that field was called "The Field of Blood" to this day.
SMT
Wherefore, that field was called, The field of blood, even to this day.

Commentary for Matthew 27:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 27:8
Summary
Location earns lasting ominous name
Place
Potter's field
Event
Field named for tragic history
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative