43 Just as he was speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, appeared. With him was a crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests, the teachers of the law, and the elders. |
44 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: "The one I kiss is the man; arrest him and lead him away under guard." |
45 Going at once to Jesus, Judas said, "Rabbi!" and kissed him. |
46 The men seized Jesus and arrested him. |
47 Then one of those standing near drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear. |
48 "Am I leading a rebellion," said Jesus, "that you have come out with swords and clubs to capture me? |
49 Every day I was with you, teaching in the temple courts, and you did not arrest me. But the Scriptures must be fulfilled." |
50 Then everyone deserted him and fled. |
51 A young man, wearing nothing but a linen garment, was following Jesus. When they seized him, |
52 he fled naked, leaving his garment behind. |
