KJV ORIGINAL
And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
After they finished singing together, they headed out to the Mount of Olives.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Even knowing what was coming, Jesus took time to sing with his friends first.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of the Last Supper, Jesus and his disciples had just shared the Passover meal in Jerusalem, which traditionally included singing hymns as part of Jewish observance to express thanksgiving and remembrance. This specific hymn likely came from the Hallel psalms, symbolizing praise amid the tension of Jesus' impending betrayal and arrest. After singing, they departed for the Mount of Olives, a place Jesus often used for prayer and reflection.
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