12. And gathering together with the elders, having taken counsel, they gave an abundant sum of money to the soldiers,
13. saying: "Say that his disciples arrived at night and stole him away, while we were sleeping.
14. And if the procurator hears about this, we will persuade him, and we will protect you."
15. Then, having accepted the money, they did as they were instructed. And this word has been spread among the Jews, even to this day.
16. Now the eleven disciples went on to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had appointed them.
17. And, seeing him, they worshipped him, but certain ones doubted.
18. And Jesus, drawing near, spoke to them, saying: "All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth.
19. Therefore, go forth and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
20. teaching them to observe all that I have ever commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, even to the consummation of the age."