Matthew 26:14

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests,

Complete Jewish Bible:

Then one of the Twelve, the one called Y'hudah from K'riot, went to the head cohanim

Berean Standard Bible:

Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests

American Standard Version:

Then one of the twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Then^{G5119} one^{G1520} of the twelve^{G1427}, called^{G3004} Judas^{G2455} Iscariot^{G2469}, went^{G4198} unto^{G4314} the chief priests^{G749},

Cross-References (KJV):

Luke 22:3

Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve.

Luke 22:6

And he promised, and sought opportunity to betray him unto them in the absence of the multitude.

Matthew 10:4

Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.

Mark 14:10

And Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, went unto the chief priests, to betray him unto them.

Mark 14:11

And when they heard [it], they were glad, and promised to give him money. And he sought how he might conveniently betray him.

John 13:2

And supper being ended, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon's [son], to betray him;

Acts 1:16

Men [and] brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus.

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Commentary for Matthew 26:14

Matthew 26:14 is a pivotal verse in the narrative of the New Testament, marking the beginning of the end of Jesus' earthly ministry. It reads, "Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests." This verse introduces the betrayal of Jesus by one of His own disciples, Judas Iscariot. The historical context is set during the final days of Jesus' life, as He is approaching the culmination of His mission on earth—His crucifixion and resurrection.

The theme of betrayal is central to this verse. Judas' decision to approach the chief priests, who were part of the religious establishment antagonistic to Jesus, indicates a significant shift in loyalty. The priests had been seeking a way to arrest Jesus without causing a public uproar, and Judas' offer to betray Jesus provided them with the opportunity they were looking for. The verse underscores the depth of human fallibility and the potential for treachery, even among those closest to Jesus.

This act of betrayal is significant not only for its immediate consequences but also for its fulfillment of biblical prophecy. Judas' actions were foretold in the Scriptures, such as in Psalm 41:9, which speaks of a close friend who raises his heel against the psalmist, and in Zechariah 11:12-13, where the payment of thirty pieces of silver is mentioned—the same amount Judas would later receive for his betrayal (Matthew 26:15).

Furthermore, the verse sets the stage for the events that follow: the Last Supper, Jesus' arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, and the series of trials that would lead to His crucifixion. Judas' role as the betrayer is a dark contrast to the loyalty and devotion of the other disciples, and it highlights the complex interplay of free will and divine plan within the biblical narrative. The betrayal by Judas, as initiated in Matthew 26:14, is a stark reminder of the human capacity for both great loyalty and great treachery, and it serves as a backdrop for the redemptive act of Jesus' sacrifice, which is central to Christian theology.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

Strong's Number: G5119
There are 157 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: τότε
Transliteration: tóte
Pronunciation: tot'-eh
Description: from (the neuter of) ὁ and ὅτε; the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution):--that time, then.
Strong's Number: G1520
There are 235 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἷς
Transliteration: heîs
Pronunciation: hice
Description: a primary numeral; one:--a(-n, -ny, certain), + abundantly, man, one (another), only, other, some. See also εἷς καθ’ εἷς, μηδείς, μία, οὐδείς.
Strong's Number: G1427
There are 59 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δώδεκα
Transliteration: dṓdeka
Pronunciation: do'-dek-ah
Description: from δύο and δέκα; two and ten, i.e. a dozen:--twelve.
Strong's Number: G3004
There are 1244 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: λέγω
Transliteration: légō
Pronunciation: leg'-o
Description: a primary verb; properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas ἔπω and φημί generally refer to an individual expression or speech respectively; while ῥέω is properly to break silence merely, and λαλέω means an extended or random harangue)); by implication, to mean:--ask, bid, boast, call, describe, give out, name, put forth, say(-ing, on), shew, speak, tell, utter.
Strong's Number: G2455
There are 41 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἰούδας
Transliteration: Ioúdas
Pronunciation: ee-oo-das'
Description: of Hebrew origin (יְהוּדָה); Judas (i.e. Jehudah), the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region:--Juda(-h, -s); Jude.
Strong's Number: G2469
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἰσκαριώτης
Transliteration: Iskariṓtēs
Pronunciation: is-kar-ee-o'-tace
Description: of Hebrew origin (probably אִישׁ and קִרְיָא); inhabitant of Kerioth; Iscariotes (i.e. Keriothite), an epithet of Judas the traitor:--Iscariot.
Strong's Number: G4198
There are 147 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πορεύομαι
Transliteration: poreúomai
Pronunciation: por-yoo'-om-ahee
Description: middle voice from a derivative of the same as πεῖρα; to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.); --depart, go (away, forth, one's way, up), (make a, take a) journey, walk.
Strong's Number: G4314
There are 674 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πρός
Transliteration: prós
Pronunciation: pros
Description: a strengthened form of πρό; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near to; usually with the accusative case, the place, time, occasion, or respect, which is the destination of the relation, i.e. whither or for which it is predicated):--about, according to , against, among, at, because of, before, between, (where-)by, for, X at thy house, in, for intent, nigh unto, of, which pertain to, that, to (the end that), X together, to (you) -ward, unto, with(-in). In the comparative case, it denotes essentially the same applications, namely, motion towards, accession to, or nearness at.
Strong's Number: G749
There are 120 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀρχιερεύς
Transliteration: archiereús
Pronunciation: ar-khee-er-yuce'
Description: from ἀρχή and ἱερεύς; the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest:--chief (high) priest, chief of the priests.

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