Matthew 26:51

One of those who was with Jesus reached for his sword and pulled it out. He struck the high priest's servant, cutting off his ear.

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In The King James Version

And, behold, one of them which were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and struck a servant of the high priest’s, and smote off his ear.

In Context

50“My friend, do what you came to do,” Jesus said to Judas. So they came and grabbed hold of Jesus, and arrested him.

52But Jesus told him, “Put your sword away. Everyone who fights with the sword will die by the sword.

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Cross References

Matthew 26:35“Even if I have to die with you, I'll never deny you!” Peter insisted. And all the disciples said the same thing.

Luke 9:55But Jesus turned, and reprimanded them.

Luke 22:49Jesus' followers asked him, “Lord, should we attack them with our swords?”

John 18:36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If it was of this world, my subjects would fight to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from here.”

Matthew Henry on Matthew 26:48-57

Christ Betrayed by Judas; The Priest's Servant Smitten by Peter; Christ Deserted by His Disciples. 47 And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people. 48 Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast. 49 And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him. 50 And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? Then… Read the whole commentary →

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