Matthew 26:51

Suddenly one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and striking the high priest’s servant, cut 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

50at which Jesus said to him, “Friend, do what you have come for.” The men went up, seized Jesus, and arrested him.

52“Sheathe your sword,” Jesus said, “for all who draw the sword will be put to the sword.

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Cross References

Matthew 26:35“Even if I must die with you,” Peter exclaimed, “I will never disown you!” All the disciples spoke in the same way.

Luke 9:55But Jesus turned and rebuked them.

Luke 22:49But when those who were around Jesus saw what was going to happen, they exclaimed, “Master, should we use our swords?”

John 18:36“My kingly power,” replied Jesus, “is not due to this world. If it had been so, my servants would be doing their utmost to prevent my being given up to the authorities; but my kingly power is not from the world.”

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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