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John 6:71 Cross-References

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He spake of Judas Iscariot the son of Simon: for he it was that should betray him, being one of the twelve.

John 6:71 (KJV)

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Judasdisciple of the Messiah (MAT 10:4) who betrayed Him (MAT 10:4)
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Simonfather of Judas (JHN 6:71)

Commentary on John 6:71

He spake of Judas Iscariot the son of Simon: for he it was that should betray him, being one of the twelve. This parenthetical identification of the betrayer creates dramatic irony—the reader knows what the disciples don't yet comprehend. 'Judas Iscariot' distinguishes him from Judas the brother of James (Luke 6:16). 'Son of Simon' provides further identification. The phrase 'he it was that should betray' (houtos gar emellen auton paradidonai) uses the imperfect 'emellen' indicating what was about to happen—Judas's betrayal was imminent though not yet executed. The tragic phrase 'being one of ...

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