But one of those with Jesus drew his sword and struck the High Priest's servant, cutting off his ear.
»Even if I must die with you,« declared Peter, »I will never disown you.« In like manner protested all the disciples.
But one of those who stood by drew his sword and struck a blow at the High Priest's servant, cutting off his ear.
But He turned and rebuked them.
»My kingdom,« replied Jesus, »does not belong to this world. If my kingdom did belong to this world, my subjects would have resolutely fought to save me from being delivered up to the Jews. But, as a matter of fact, my kingdom has not this origin.«
The weapons with which we fight are not human weapons, but are mighty for God in overthrowing strong fortresses.