KJV ORIGINAL
But, behold, the hand of him that betrayeth me is with me on the table.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But here's the thing, the person who's about to betray me is sitting right here at this table with me.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the people closest to you are the ones who hurt you most.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of Luke 22:21, Jesus is sharing the Last Supper with his twelve disciples during the Passover meal in Jerusalem, a time when Jews commemorated their deliverance from Egypt. He foretells his betrayal by Judas Iscariot, who is physically present at the table, highlighting the irony and tension as Jesus approaches his crucifixion. This scene underscores the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies about the suffering Messiah.
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