Matthew 26:51

But one of those with Jesus drew his sword and struck the High Priest's servant, cutting off his ear.

Weymouth NT (1912)

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"Friend," said Jesus, "carry out your intention." Then they came and laid their hands on Jesus and seized Him firmly.

52"Put back your sword again," said Jesus, "for all who draw the sword shall perish by the sword.

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Cross References

Matthew 26:35"Even if I must die with you," declared Peter, "I will never disown you." In like manner protested all the disciples.

Luke 9:55But He turned and rebuked them.

Luke 22:49Those who were about Him, seeing what was likely to happen, asked Him, "Master, shall we strike with the sword?"

John 18:36"My kingdom," replied Jesus, "does not belong to this world. If my kingdom did belong to this world, my subjects would have resolutely fought to save me from being delivered up to the Jews. But, as a matter of fact, my kingdom has not this origin."

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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