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And all the disciples said likewise. <a href="/kjv/matthew/26.htm">King James Bible</a> Peter said unto him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples. <a href="/nkjv/matthew/26.htm">New King James Version</a> Peter said to Him, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You!” And so said all the disciples. <a href="/nasb_/matthew/26.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Peter said to Him, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You!” All the disciples said the same thing as well. <a href="/nasb/matthew/26.htm">NASB 1995</a> Peter said to Him, &#8220Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You.&#8221 All the disciples said the same thing too. <a href="/nasb77/matthew/26.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Peter said to Him, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You.” All the disciples said the same thing too. <a href="/lsb/matthew/26.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Peter said to Him, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You.” All the disciples said the same thing too. <a href="/amp/matthew/26.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Peter said to Jesus, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You!” And all the disciples said the same thing. <a href="/csb/matthew/26.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> “Even if I have to die with you,” Peter told him, “I will never deny you,” and all the disciples said the same thing. <a href="/hcsb/matthew/26.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Even if I have to die with You,&#8221 Peter told Him, &#8220I will never deny You!&#8221 And all the disciples said the same thing. <a href="/asv/matthew/26.htm">American Standard Version</a> Peter saith unto him, Even if I must die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples. <a href="/cev/matthew/26.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> But Peter said, "Even if I have to die with you, I will never say I don't know you." All the others said the same thing. <a href="/erv/matthew/26.htm">English Revised Version</a> Peter saith unto him, Even if I must die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples. <a href="/gwt/matthew/26.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Peter told him, "Even if I have to die with you, I'll never say that I don't know you!" All the other disciples said the same thing. <a href="/gnt/matthew/26.htm">Good News Translation</a> Peter answered, "I will never say that, even if I have to die with you!" And all the other disciples said the same thing. <a href="/isv/matthew/26.htm">International Standard Version</a> Peter told him, "Even if I have to die with you, I will never deny you!" And all the disciples said the same thing. <a href="/msb/matthew/26.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Peter replied, ?Even if I have to die with You, I will never deny You.? And all the other disciples said the same thing. <a href="/net/matthew/26.htm">NET Bible</a> Peter said to him, "Even if I must die with you, I will never deny you." And all the disciples said the same thing. <a href="/nheb/matthew/26.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Peter said to him, "Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you." All of the disciples also said likewise. <a href="/wbt/matthew/26.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Peter said to him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples. <a href="/wey/matthew/26.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Even if I must die with you," declared Peter, "I will never disown you." In like manner protested all the disciples. <a href="/web/matthew/26.htm">World English Bible</a> Peter said to him, “Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you.” All of the disciples also said likewise. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/26.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Peter says to Him, “Even if it may be necessary for me to die with You, I will not deny You”; in like manner also said all the disciples. <a href="/blb/matthew/26.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Peter says to Him, "Even if it were necessary for me to die with You, I will never deny You." And all the disciples said likewise. <a href="/ylt/matthew/26.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Peter saith to him, 'Even if it may be necessary for me to die with thee, I will not deny thee;' in like manner also said all the disciples. <a href="/slt/matthew/26.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Peter says to him, Though it should be necessary for me to die with thee, I will not deny thee: likewise also said all the disciples.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/26.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Peter saith to him: Yea, though I should die with thee, I will not deny thee. And in like manner said all the disciples. <a href="/cpdv/matthew/26.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Peter said to him, “Even if it is necessary for me to die with you, I will not deny you.” And all the disciples spoke similarly. <a href="/nabre/matthew/26.htm">New American Bible</a> Peter said to him, “Even though I should have to die with you, I will not deny you.” And all the disciples spoke likewise. <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/26.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Peter said to him, “Even though I must die with you, I will not deny you.” And so said all the disciples.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/26.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Peter said to him, Even if I must die with you, I will never deny you. All the disciples said likewise. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/26.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Kaypha said to him, “If I should die with you, I would not deny you.” So also all the disciples said.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/26.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Peter said to him: Though it should be necessary for me to die with thee, I will not deny thee. In like manner said all the disciples.<CM> <a href="/godbey/matthew/26.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Peter says to Him, If it may be necessary for me to die with thee, I will not deny thee. Likewise also all the disciples said. <a href="/haweis/matthew/26.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Peter said to him, Though I should die with thee, never will I deny thee. In like manner also said all the disciples. <a href="/mace/matthew/26.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but Peter said, though it should cost me my life, I never will disown you, and so said all the disciples. <a href="/wey/matthew/26.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Even if I must die with you," declared Peter, "I will never disown you." In like manner protested all the disciples. <a href="/worrell/matthew/26.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Peter says to Him, "Even if I must die with Thee, I will not deny Thee." Likewise also said all the disciples. <a href="/worsley/matthew/26.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Peter replied, though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. And so likewise said all the disciples. <a href="/parallel/matthew/26-35.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=8141" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/matthew/26.htm">Jesus Predicts Peter's Denial</a> …34“Truly I tell you,” Jesus declared, “this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” 35<a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4074.htm" title="4074: Petros (N-NMS) -- Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.">Peter</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: Legei (V-PIA-3S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">replied,</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/2579.htm" title="2579: Kan (Adv) -- And if, even if, even, at least. From kai and ean; and if.">“Even if</a> <a href="/greek/1163.htm" title="1163: deē (V-PSA-3S) -- Third person singular active present of deo; also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is Necessary.">I have to</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: me (PPro-A1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I."></a> <a href="/greek/599.htm" title="599: apothanein (V-ANA) -- To be dying, be about to die, wither, decay. From apo and thnesko; to die off.">die</a> <a href="/greek/4862.htm" title="4862: syn (Prep) -- With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together.">with</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: soi (PPro-D2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">You,</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether."></a> <a href="/greek/533.htm" title="533: aparnēsomai (V-FIM-1S) -- From apo and arneomai; to deny utterly, i.e. Disown, abstain.">I will never deny</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: se (PPro-A2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">You.”</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">And</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the other</a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētai (N-NMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">disciples</a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: eipan (V-AIA-3P) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">said</a> <a href="/greek/3668.htm" title="3668: homoiōs (Adv) -- In like manner, similarly, in the same way, equally. Adverb from homoios; similarly.">the same thing.</a> 36At that time Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He told them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/mark/14-31.htm">Mark 14:31</a> But Peter kept insisting, “Even if I have to die with You, I will never deny You.” And all the others said the same thing. <a href="/luke/22-33.htm">Luke 22:33</a> “Lord,” said Peter, “I am ready to go with You even to prison and to death.” <a href="/john/13-37.htm">John 13:37</a> “Lord,” said Peter, “why can’t I follow You now? I will lay down my life for You.” <a href="/john/18-25.htm">John 18:25-27</a> Simon Peter was still standing and warming himself. So they asked him, “Aren’t you also one of His disciples?” He denied it and said, “I am not.” / One of the high priest’s servants, a relative of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, “Didn’t I see you with Him in the garden?” / Peter denied it once more, and immediately a rooster crowed. <a href="/zechariah/13-7.htm">Zechariah 13:7</a> Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones. <a href="/john/13-38.htm">John 13:38</a> “Will you lay down your life for Me?” Jesus replied. “Truly, truly, I tell you, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times. <a href="/john/21-15.htm">John 21:15-17</a> When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus replied, “Feed My lambs.” / Jesus asked a second time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus told him, “Shepherd My sheep.” / Jesus asked a third time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was deeply hurt that Jesus had asked him a third time, “Do you love Me?” “Lord, You know all things,” he replied. “You know I love You.” Jesus said to him, “Feed My sheep. <a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a> Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-12.htm">1 Corinthians 10:12</a> So the one who thinks he is standing firm should be careful not to fall. <a href="/2_peter/2-19.htm">2 Peter 2:19</a> They promise them freedom, while they themselves are slaves to depravity. For a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him. <a href="/psalms/31-23.htm">Psalm 31:23</a> Love the LORD, all His saints. The LORD preserves the faithful, but fully repays the arrogant. <a href="/isaiah/40-30.htm">Isaiah 40:30-31</a> Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. <a href="/romans/7-18.htm">Romans 7:18-19</a> I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh; for I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. / For I do not do the good I want to do. Instead, I keep on doing the evil I do not want to do. <a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9-10</a> But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a> I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Peter said to him, Though I should die with you, yet will I not deny you. Likewise also said all the disciples.Though.<a href="/matthew/20-22.htm">Matthew 20:22,23</a> But Jesus answered and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink of the cup that I shall drink of, and to be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with? They say unto him, We are able… <a href="/proverbs/28-14.htm">Proverbs 28:14</a> Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.<a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Proverbs 29:23</a> A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.Likewise.<a href="/matthew/20-24.htm">Matthew 20:24</a> And when the ten heard it, they were moved with indignation against the two brethren.<a href="/exodus/19-8.htm">Exodus 19:8</a> And all the people answered together, and said, All that the LORD hath spoken we will do. And Moses returned the words of the people unto the LORD.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/26-31.htm">Death</a> <a href="/matthew/26-33.htm">Declared</a> <a href="/matthew/26-34.htm">Deny</a> <a href="/matthew/22-25.htm">Die</a> <a href="/matthew/26-26.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/matthew/26-34.htm">Disown</a> <a href="/matthew/25-17.htm">Likewise</a> <a href="/matthew/25-17.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/matthew/24-6.htm">Needs</a> <a href="/matthew/26-33.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/matthew/3-14.htm">Protested</a> <a href="/matthew/25-9.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/26-38.htm">Death</a> <a href="/matthew/26-61.htm">Declared</a> <a href="/matthew/26-72.htm">Deny</a> <a href="/matthew/26-52.htm">Die</a> <a href="/matthew/26-36.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/matthew/26-75.htm">Disown</a> <a href="/matthew/27-41.htm">Likewise</a> <a href="/matthew/27-41.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/matthew/27-55.htm">Needs</a> <a href="/matthew/26-37.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/mark/14-31.htm">Protested</a> <a href="/mark/8-12.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 26</div>1. <a href="/matthew/26-1.htm">Jesus foretells his own death.</a> 3. <a href="/matthew/26-3.htm">The rulers conspire against him.</a> 6. <a href="/matthew/26-6.htm">The woman anoints his feet.</a> 14. <a href="/matthew/26-14.htm">Judas bargains to betray him.</a> 17. <a href="/matthew/26-17.htm">Jesus eats the Passover;</a> 26. <a href="/matthew/26-26.htm">institutes his holy supper;</a> 30. <a href="/matthew/26-30.htm">foretells the desertion of his disciples, and Peter's denial;</a> 36. <a href="/matthew/26-36.htm">prays in the garden;</a> 47. <a href="/matthew/26-47.htm">and being betrayed by a kiss,</a> 57. <a href="/matthew/26-57.htm">is carried to Caiaphas,</a> 69. <a href="/matthew/26-69.htm">and denied by Peter.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/26.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/matthew/26.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Peter replied Peter, often seen as the spokesperson for the disciples, is characterized by his impulsive and passionate nature. His response here reflects his deep loyalty and commitment to Jesus, though it also foreshadows his later denial. This moment is set during the Last Supper, a pivotal event in the Gospels, where Jesus predicts Peter's denial.“Even if I have to die with You Peter's declaration of willingness to die for Jesus highlights his misunderstanding of the nature of Jesus' mission and the coming events. This statement is made in the context of Jesus predicting His own suffering and death, which the disciples struggle to comprehend. The willingness to die is a theme that resonates with the call to discipleship, as seen in <a href="/matthew/16-24.htm">Matthew 16:24-25</a>, where Jesus speaks of taking up one's cross.I will never deny You.” Peter's assertion of unwavering loyalty contrasts sharply with his eventual denial, fulfilling Jesus' prophecy in <a href="/matthew/26-34.htm">Matthew 26:34</a>. This highlights human frailty and the need for divine grace. The denial occurs in the courtyard of the high priest, a setting that underscores the tension and danger of the moment.And all the other disciples said the same thing. This phrase indicates that Peter was not alone in his bold proclamation; the other disciples shared his sentiment. It reflects a collective misunderstanding and overconfidence among the disciples. This moment of unity in their declaration is later contrasted with their scattering after Jesus' arrest, fulfilling <a href="/zechariah/13-7.htm">Zechariah 13:7</a>, which Jesus quotes earlier in <a href="/matthew/26-31.htm">Matthew 26:31</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/peter.htm">Peter</a> One of Jesus' closest disciples, known for his impulsive nature and strong declarations of loyalty. In this verse, he makes a bold promise to Jesus. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure of the New Testament, who is preparing for His impending crucifixion. He has just predicted Peter's denial. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> The group of Jesus' followers who also affirm their loyalty to Him, echoing Peter's sentiment. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_last_supper.htm">The Last Supper</a> The setting of this event, where Jesus shares a final meal with His disciples and prepares them for His death.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_overconfidence.htm">The Danger of Overconfidence</a> Peter's bold declaration serves as a warning against overestimating our own strength and commitment. We must rely on God's strength rather than our own. <a href="/topical/t/the_reality_of_human_weakness.htm">The Reality of Human Weakness</a> Despite our best intentions, we are prone to failure. This should lead us to humility and dependence on God's grace. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_vigilance_and_prayer.htm">The Importance of Vigilance and Prayer</a> Jesus later instructs His disciples to watch and pray to avoid falling into temptation. This is a crucial practice for maintaining spiritual strength. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_community.htm">The Role of Community</a> All the disciples echoed Peter's sentiment, showing the influence of group dynamics. We must encourage one another in faith, but also hold each other accountable. <a href="/topical/t/the_assurance_of_forgiveness.htm">The Assurance of Forgiveness</a> Despite Peter's impending denial, Jesus' love and forgiveness remain constant. This offers hope for restoration after failure.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_26.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 26</a> <a href="/q/what's_'live_by_the_sword,_die_by'.htm">What does 'live by the sword, die by the sword' mean?</a> <a href="/q/is_jesus_the_true_light.htm">Why did Peter sever Malchus's ear?</a> <a href="/q/key_themes_in_book_of_the_rooster.htm">What are the key themes in Book of the Rooster?</a> <a href="/q/what_happened_at_the_last_supper.htm">What events occurred during the Last Supper?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/26.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(35) Though I should die with thee.--Though foremost in announcing the resolve, Peter was not alone in it. Thomas had spoken like words before (<a href="/john/11-16.htm" title="Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, to his fellow disciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.">John 11:16</a>), and all felt as if they were prepared to face death for their Master's sake. To them He had been not only "righteous," but "good" and kind, and therefore for Him "they even dared to die." (Comp. <a href="/romans/5-7.htm" title="For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die.">Romans 5:7</a>.)<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/26.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 35. - Though I should die with thee (κα}ν δέῃ με σὺν σοὶ ἀποθανεῖν, even if I must die with thee). Christ's explanation of his meaning only drew from Peter a more energetic asseveration of his constancy even unto death. "He thought he was able," says St. Augustine, "because he felt that he wished." The other apostles made a similar assertion, and Jesus said no more, leaving time to prove the truth of his sad foreboding. <a href="/commentaries/matthew/26-35.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Peter Πέτρος (Petros) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4074.htm">Strong's 4074: </a> Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle. replied, Λέγει (Legei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. “Even if Κἂν (Kan) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_2579.htm">Strong's 2579: </a> And if, even if, even, at least. From kai and ean; and if. I must δέῃ (deē) Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1163.htm">Strong's 1163: </a> Third person singular active present of deo; also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is Necessary. die ἀποθανεῖν (apothanein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_599.htm">Strong's 599: </a> To be dying, be about to die, wither, decay. From apo and thnesko; to die off. with σὺν (syn) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4862.htm">Strong's 4862: </a> With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together. You, σοὶ (soi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. I will never deny ἀπαρνήσομαι (aparnēsomai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_533.htm">Strong's 533: </a> From apo and arneomai; to deny utterly, i.e. Disown, abstain. You.” σε (se) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. And καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. the rest of πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. the οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. disciples μαθηταὶ (mathētai) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. said εἶπαν (eipan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. the same. ὁμοίως (homoiōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3668.htm">Strong's 3668: </a> In like manner, similarly, in the same way, equally. Adverb from homoios; similarly. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/matthew/26-35.htm">Matthew 26:35 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/matthew/26-35.htm">NT Gospels: Matthew 26:35 Peter said to him Even if (Matt. 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