


John 12:6
Bible Versions
This he said, not that he cared for the poor; but because he was a thief, and had the bag, and bare what was put therein.
Now he said this not out of concern for the poor, but because he was a thief — he was in charge of the common purse and used to steal from it.
Judas did not say this because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money bag, he used to take from what was put into it.
Now this he said, not because he cared for the poor; but because he was a thief, and having the bag took away what was put therein.
Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.