Bible Strands
John 6:71
He was speaking about Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. For although Judas was one of the Twelve, he was later to betray Jesus.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Jesus speaks to the Twelve disciples immediately after declaring that one of them is a devil. He identifies the specific traitor among them at that moment in his teaching.
The words — ἔλεγεν (elegen) literally means "he was speaking," and οὗτος (houtos) translates to "he." These terms anchor the statement to Jesus' ongoing explanation about the betrayer.
The thread — The text states that Judas was one of the Twelve who would later betray Jesus, a fact echoed in Matthew 26:14 when he approaches the chief priests, fulfills the pattern of Psalm 41:9 regarding a trusted companion, and is named in Acts 1:16 as the one through whom Scripture was fulfilled.
Why it lands — The text states that formal association with the group does not prevent future treason, requiring the reader to acknowledge that chosen proximity does not guarantee loyalty. It demands a clear-eyed assessment of human nature within a commissioned community.
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The Greek words
King James Version
He spake of Judas Iscariot the son of Simon: for he it was that should betray him, being one of the twelve.
Cross-references
- Matthew 26:14 Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests
- Psalms 41:9 Even my close friend whom I trusted, the one who shared my bread, has lifted up his heel against me.
- Acts 1:16 “Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled that the Holy Spirit foretold through the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide for those who arrested Jesus.
- Jude 1:4 For certain men have crept in among you unnoticed—ungodly ones who were designated long ago for condemnation. They turn the grace of our God into a license for immorality, and they deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.
- Psalms 55:13 But it is you, a man like myself, my companion and close friend.
- Psalms 109:6 Set over him a wicked man; let an accuser stand at his right hand.
- Matthew 27:3 When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders.
- John 13:26 Jesus answered, “It is the one to whom I give this morsel after I have dipped it.” Then He dipped the morsel and gave it to Judas son of Simon Iscariot.
- John 18:2 Now Judas His betrayer also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples.
- Acts 2:23 He was delivered up by God’s set plan and foreknowledge, and you, by the hands of the lawless, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross.