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# the high priest tore his clothes
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Tearing clothing was a sign of anger and sadness. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
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# He has spoken blasphemy
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By calling this blasphemy, it is implied that the high priest understood that Jesus was claiming to be equal with God. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
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# Why do we still need witnesses?
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The high priest uses this question to emphasize that he and the members of the council do not need to hear from any more witnesses. AT: "We do not need to hear from any more witnesses!" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
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# now you have heard
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Here "you" is plural and refers to the members of the council. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you]]) |