John 18:26 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

One of the servants of the high priest, being his kinsman whose ear Peter cut off, saith, Did not I see thee in the garden with him?

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

One of the high priest's servants — who happened to be related to the guy whose ear Peter sliced off — spoke up and said, 'Wait, didn't I see you in the garden with Jesus?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the past catches up with you in the worst possible moment.

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