Luke 22:44
And being in great trouble of soul, the force of his prayer became stronger, and great drops, like blood, came from him, falling to the earth.
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43And an angel from heaven came to him, to give him strength.
45And, getting up from prayer, he came to the disciples, and saw that they were sleeping for sorrow.
Cross References
Genesis 32:24Then Jacob was by himself; and a man was fighting with him till dawn.
Psalms 22:12\22:11\Be not far from me, for trouble is near; there is no one to give help.
Psalms 69:14\69:13\But as for me, let my prayer be made to you, O Lord, at a time when you are pleased; O God, give me an answer in your great mercy, for your salvation is certain.
Psalms 130:1A Song of the going up. Out of the deep have I sent up my cry to you, O Lord.
Isaiah 53:10And the Lord was pleased ... see a seed, long life, ... will do well in his hand. ...
Lamentations 3:53They have put an end to my life in the prison, stoning me with stones.
Matthew Henry on Luke 22:40-47
The Agony in the Garden. 39 And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. 40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. 41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, 42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. 43 And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him. 44 And being in an agony he… Read the whole commentary →