9 He plied him with many questions, but Jesus gave him no answer.
9 Then he questioned with him in many words; but he answered him nothing.
9 So he questioned him at some length, but he made no answer.
9 He peppered him with questions. Jesus didn't answer - not one word.
9 Then he questioned Him with many words, but He answered him nothing.
9 He asked Jesus question after question, but Jesus refused to answer.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Luke 23:9
Commentary on Luke 23:6-12
(Read Luke 23:6-12)
Herod had heard many things of Jesus in Galilee, and out of curiosity longed to see him. The poorest beggar that asked a miracle for the relief of his necessity, was never denied; but this proud prince, who asked for a miracle only to gratify his curiosity, is refused. He might have seen Christ and his wondrous works in Galilee, and would not, therefore it is justly said, Now he would see them, and shall not. Herod sent Christ again to Pilate: the friendships of wicked men are often formed by union in wickedness. They agree in little, except in enmity to God, and contempt of Christ.