Luke 22:48

God's Word

Jesus said to him, “Judas, do you intend to betray the Son of Man with a kiss?”

Cross References

Psalm 55:21

His speech is smoother than butter, but there is war in his heart. His words are more soothing than oil, but they are like swords ready to attack.

Proverbs 27:6

Wounds made by a friend are intended to help, but an enemy’s kisses are too much to bear.

Luke 22:47

While he was still speaking to the disciples, a crowd arrived. The man called Judas, one of the twelve apostles, was leading them. He came close to Jesus to kiss him.

Luke 22:49

The men who were with Jesus saw what was going to happen. So they asked him, “Lord, should we use our swords to fight?”