John 18:1–11 · BSB
18:1
After Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples across the Kidron Valley, where they entered a garden.
18:2
Now Judas His betrayer also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples.
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18:3
So Judas brought a band of soldiers and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees. They arrived at the garden carrying lanterns, torches, and weapons.
18:4
Jesus, knowing all that was coming upon Him, stepped forward and asked them, “Whom are you seeking?”
18:5
“Jesus of Nazareth,” they answered. Jesus said, “I am He.” And Judas His betrayer was standing there with them.
18:6
When Jesus said, “I am He,” they drew back and fell to the ground.
18:7
So He asked them again, “Whom are you seeking?” “Jesus of Nazareth,” they answered.
18:8
“I told you that I am He,” Jesus replied. “So if you are looking for Me, let these men go.”
18:9
This was to fulfill the word He had spoken: “I have not lost one of those You have given Me.”
18:10
Then Simon Peter drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.
18:11
“Put your sword back in its sheath!” Jesus said to Peter. “Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given Me?”
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