Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives

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He came out, and went, as his custom was, to the Mount of Olives. His disciples also followed him.

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When he was at the place, he said to them, “Pray that you don’t enter into temptation.”

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He was withdrawn from them about a stone’s throw, and he knelt down and prayed,

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saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.”

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An angel from heaven appeared to him, strengthening him.

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Being in agony he prayed more earnestly. His sweat became like great drops of blood falling down on the ground.

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When he rose up from his prayer, he came to the disciples, and found them sleeping because of grief,

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and said to them, “Why do you sleep? Rise and pray that you may not enter into temptation.”