Matthew 27:65

Pilate said unto them, Ye have a watch: go your way, make it as sure as ye can.

Cross-references

Matthew 28:11–15 Historical context

Matthew 28:11-15 shows the guard reporting the resurrection and being bribed — the security measure backfires and fuels the cover-up.

Matthew 28:4 shows the same guards trembling in fear at the angel — their security is shattered by the resurrection.

Proverbs 21:30 declares no plan succeeds against the Lord — the Pharisees' careful security was powerless against the resurrection.

Psalm 76:10 Contrast

Psalm 76:10 says God turns human wrath into praise — the Pharisees' secure tomb made the empty tomb more convincing, glorifying God.