Bible dictionary for children
Sanhedrin
Sanhedrin is a name for a Jewish council.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Sanhedrin is a name for a Jewish council. In Gospel accounts, a council of leaders takes part in proceedings involving Jesus.
Talk about it
Why is it important to identify the particular people acting in an account?
An example from the Bible
Mark describes chief priests and the council seeking testimony against Jesus. The actions of these leaders must not be used to blame all Jewish people.
Read Mark 14:55 ↗A little more to explore
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Related reading: Mark 14:55
Now the chief priests and the whole council sought witnesses against Jesus to put him to death, and found none.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
