And he promised, and sought opportunity to betray him unto them in the absence of the multitude.
So he agreed to do it and started looking for the perfect moment to hand Jesus over to them when there weren't crowds of people around.
Judas said yes and began waiting for his chance to betray Jesus when no one else was watching.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse describes Judas Iscariot, one of Jesus' twelve disciples, agreeing to betray him to the chief priests for money during the events leading up to the Passover in Jerusalem. At that time, the religious leaders were seeking a discreet way to arrest Jesus without inciting the crowds who supported him, as public unrest could threaten Roman authority. Judas's actions highlight the betrayal from within Jesus' inner circle, setting the stage for the events of the crucifixion.
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