KJV ORIGINAL
And as Peter was beneath in the palace, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
While Peter was downstairs in the courtyard, one of the high priest's servant girls came over.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the smallest encounters become the biggest tests.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, this verse takes place during the night of Jesus' arrest, as Peter followed Him to the high priest's house after the events in Gethsemane. Peter was in the courtyard, a typical outer area of ancient Jewish homes where servants and others might gather, while Jesus was being interrogated inside by the religious leaders. This moment builds tension toward Peter's impending denial of Christ, which Jesus had foretold earlier in the evening.
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