Bible Strands
Matthew 10:4
Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Jesus concludes the roster of the twelve apostles he is currently commissioning. This occurs immediately before he issues specific travel restrictions to the group.
The words — Καναναῖος (Kananaios) literally means Zealot, identifying Simon by his political faction. Ἰσκαριώτης (Iskariōtēs) identifies Judas by his origin, with the text explicitly noting his role as the betrayer.
The thread — Simon's faction designation appears in Mark 3:18, while Judas's betrayal is recorded in Matthew 26:14 and Matthew 26:47. These passages track the same figures through the narrative of the apostolic commission and its fulfillment.
Why it lands — The text requires the reader to acknowledge the opposing backgrounds of those chosen for the mission. It demands recognition that the commission includes both a political insurgent and a future traitor without softening their respective roles.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.
Cross-references
- Matthew 26:14 Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests
- Matthew 26:47 While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders of the people.
- Mark 3:18 Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot,
- Mark 14:43 While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests, scribes, and elders.
- 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.
- John 13:2 The evening meal was underway, and the devil had already put into the heart of Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot, to betray Jesus.
- 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.
- Mark 14:10 Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them.
- Luke 6:15 Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot;
- Luke 22:3 Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve.