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Matthew 26:50 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Matthew 26:50 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 26 verse 50 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus, and took him.”
Matthew 26:50 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 26:50
And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? (ὁ δὲ Ἰησοῦς εἶπεν αὐτῷ, Ἑταῖρε, ἐφ' ὃ πάρει)—The address ἑταῖρε (companion, friend) is used by Jesus only three times (20:13; 22:12; 26:50), each time addressing someone engaged in wrong. It's formal, not intimate—perhaps 'comrade' or 'acquaintance' better captures the tone. The phrase ἐφ' ὃ πάρει is elliptical, meaning 'for which you are here' or 'why you came'—either statement or question. Jesus forces Judas to confront his purpose. This isn't ignorance seeking information but omniscience demanding acknowledgment.Then came they, and ...
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Cross-References for Matthew 26:50
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“'Friend”
“Is this your kindness to your friend? Why didn't you go with your friend?”
“a man like me”
“Judas, do you betray the Son of Man with a kiss?”
“my own familiar friend”