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Matthew 26:14
Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrative shifts from Jesus' pronouncement about the woman's anointing to Judas Iscariot's initiative. Judas, identified as one of the Twelve, approaches the chief priests immediately after the gospel's future proclamation is announced.
The words — πορευθεὶς [poreutheis] = "having gone" marks the deliberate action, while εἷς [heis] "one" of the δώδεκα [dōdeka] "Twelve" establishes his official group. The participle λεγόμενος [legomenos] "being named" introduces his personal identifier, Ἰούδας [Ioudas] "Judas."
The thread — This visit to the chief priests parallels Mark 14:10, which records the same encounter for the purpose of betrayal. It corresponds with his roster placement in Matthew 10:4 and follows the spiritual turning point in Luke 22:3 where Satan enters him.
Why it lands — The text records a calculated step by a designated insider to approach religious authorities. It demands recognition of how betrayal originates from within the appointed circle before any transaction or consequence unfolds.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests,
Cross-references
- Luke 22:3 Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve.
- Matthew 10:4 Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.
- Mark 14:10 Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them.
- 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.
- John 6:70 Jesus answered them, “Have I not chosen you, the Twelve? Yet one of you is a devil!”
- 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 13:2 The evening meal was underway, and the devil had already put into the heart of Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot, to betray Jesus.
- John 13:30 As soon as he had received the morsel, Judas went out into the night.
- 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.
- Matthew 26:25 Then Judas, who would betray Him, said, “Surely not I, Rabbi?” Jesus answered, “You have said it yourself.”