John 18:23

Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil. — Comp. Note on Matthew 5:39.

Bear witness of the evil. — That is,” Produce the evidence which the law requires.”

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The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil; but if well, why smitest thou Me?
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

1 Peter 2:20-23 ; 2 Corinthians 10:1

²³ Jesus answered him,If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest thou me?

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Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Calvin's Commentary on the Bible

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Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Coke's Commentary on the Holy Bible

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L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible

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John 18:23