And he went his way, and communed with the chief priests and captains, how he might betray him unto them.
So he went and started talking with the chief priests and temple guards, scheming about how he could hand Jesus over to them.
Judas was already planning the betrayal behind closed doors.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse describes Judas Iscariot's decision to betray Jesus, which takes place during the events leading up to His arrest in Jerusalem. At that time, Jesus and His disciples were observing the Passover, a key Jewish festival commemorating God's deliverance of Israel from Egypt, amid growing tension with religious leaders. The chief priests and captains represented the Jewish religious establishment, who were collaborating with Roman authorities and sought to eliminate Jesus quietly to avoid unrest during the holy days.
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