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chief priests

Definition

The chief priests were important Jewish religious leaders during the time that Jesus lived on earth.

• The word "chief" literally means "head" or "top."
• The chief priests were responsible for everything needed for the worship services at the temple, They were also in charge of the money that was given to the temple.
• They were higher in rank and power than the ordinary priests. Only the high priest had more authority.
• The chief priests were some of Jesus' main enemies and they strongly influenced the Roman leaders to arrest and kill him.

Translation Suggestions

• The term "chief priests" could also be translated as "head priests" or "leading priest" or "ruling priests."
• Make sure this term is translated differently from the term "high priest."