Then saith one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, which should betray him,
Then one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot (Simon's son), the same guy who would later betray him, spoke up and said,
Sometimes the people closest to you are the ones who hurt you the most.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, chapter 12, this verse appears during a dinner in Bethany where Mary anoints Jesus' feet with expensive perfume, highlighting the growing tension in Jesus' ministry. Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve disciples and the son of Simon, is introduced here as the speaker, but the narrative foreshadows his role in betraying Jesus, which occurs shortly before the crucifixion. This context underscores the mix of devotion and deceit among Jesus' closest followers in the final days of his earthly life.
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