But he denied, saying, I know not, neither understand I what thou sayest. And he went out into the porch; and the cock crew.
But Peter denied it completely, saying, 'I have no idea what you're talking about.' Then he walked out to the entrance area, and right then a rooster crowed.
Sometimes we deny the people we love most when we're scared, and the guilt hits immediately.
📚 Historical Context
This verse takes place during the events leading to Jesus' crucifixion, specifically in the courtyard of the high priest's house after Jesus' arrest. Peter, one of Jesus' disciples, is approached by a servant girl who recognizes him as a follower of Jesus, prompting him to deny any association to protect himself. The crowing of the cock fulfills Jesus' earlier prediction that Peter would deny him three times before the cock crowed, highlighting the human frailty even in devoted followers.
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