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John 18:3

King James Version (KJV)

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John 18:3

Verse 3 of 40

Scripture focus

Judas then, having received a band [of men] and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees, cometh thither with lanterns and torches and weapons.

John 18:3 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 18:3

Theological / Devotional

Band. Gr. speira, “a cohort, the tenth part of a legion.” The soldiers were probably supplied from the Roman fortress of Antonia. For the presence of Roman soldiers in the company see on Matt. 26:47.

Chief priests and Pharisees. The two groups were united in their opposition to Jesus (see on ch. 11:47).

Lanterns and torches. Only John mentions these. It was now late at night (see on Matt. 26:57).

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