KJV ORIGINAL
And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with his disciples.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Judas, the one who was about to betray Jesus, knew exactly where to find him because Jesus and his crew went to that spot all the time.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Even our safe spaces aren't always safe when trust gets broken.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is set in the Garden of Gethsemane on the night of Jesus' betrayal, during the events leading to His arrest as described in the Gospel of John. Judas, one of Jesus' twelve disciples, knew the location because Jesus often went there with His followers for prayer and fellowship, making it a familiar spot. This detail highlights the personal relationships among the disciples and the strategic use of Jesus' habits by His betrayer.
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