Luke 22:48

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Jesus asked Judas, “Are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?”

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You can trust a friend who corrects you, but kisses from an enemy are nothing but lies.

His words were smoother than butter, and softer than olive oil. But hatred filled his heart, and he was ready to attack with a sword.

While Jesus was still speaking, a crowd came up. It was led by Judas, one of the twelve apostles. He went over to Jesus and greeted him with a kiss.

When Jesus' disciples saw what was about to happen, they asked, “Lord, should we attack them with a sword?”