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Matthew 26:50

King James Version (KJV)

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Matthew 26:50

Verse 50 of 75

Scripture focus

And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus, and took him.

Matthew 26:50 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 26:50

Theological / Devotional

Friend. Gr. hetairos, “comrade,” “partner,” “mate.” Only Matthew records this response of Jesus. Hetairos was sometimes used to address a person whose name was unknown. Jesus may have designedly avoided the use of Judas’ personal name in order to call attention to the betrayer’s pretended friendship.

Wherefore art thou come? Rather, “Why are you here?” According to Luke, Jesus asked Judas, “Betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss?” (Luke 22:48).

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