Matthew 26:55
“In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the temple, and ye laid no hold on me.”
What does Matthew 26:55 mean?
Matthew 26:55 (KJV) reads: "In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the temple, and ye laid no hold on me." This verse comes from the Gospel of Matthew, which is…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Unfathomable Betrayal: A Reflection on Matthew 26:55
As we delve into Matthew 26:55, we encounter a poignant moment in the life of Jesus that underscores the themes of betrayal, authority, and profound love. The verse captures an encounter where Jesus questions the multitudes that have come to arrest Him with swords and clubs: "In…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Understanding and Reflection on Matthew 26:55
O Heavenly Father, We gather before You in reverent awe as we contemplate the profound moment recorded in Matthew 26:55, where Your Son Jesus asks those who came to seize Him, "Are ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me?" This imagery stirs our…
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