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for Jesus often met there with His disciples. <a href="/nasb_/john/18.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Now Judas, who was betraying Him, also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples. <a href="/nasb/john/18.htm">NASB 1995</a> Now Judas also, who was betraying Him, knew the place, for Jesus had often met there with His disciples. <a href="/nasb77/john/18.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Now Judas also, who was betraying Him, knew the place; for Jesus had often met there with His disciples. <a href="/lsb/john/18.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now Judas also, who was betraying Him, knew the place, for Jesus had often gathered there with His disciples. <a href="/amp/john/18.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Now Judas, who was betraying Him, knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples. <a href="/csb/john/18.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, because Jesus often met there with his disciples. <a href="/hcsb/john/18.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Judas, who betrayed Him, also knew the place, because Jesus often met there with His disciples. <a href="/asv/john/18.htm">American Standard Version</a> Now Judas also, who betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus oft-times resorted thither with his disciples. <a href="/cev/john/18.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Jesus had often met there with his disciples, and Judas knew where the place was. <a href="/erv/john/18.htm">English Revised Version</a> Now Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus oft-times resorted thither with his disciples. <a href="/gwt/john/18.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Judas, who betrayed him, knew the place because Jesus and his disciples often gathered there. <a href="/gnt/john/18.htm">Good News Translation</a> Judas, the traitor, knew where it was, because many times Jesus had met there with his disciples. <a href="/isv/john/18.htm">International Standard Version</a> Now Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, because Jesus often met there with his disciples. <a href="/msb/john/18.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Now Judas His betrayer also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples. <a href="/net/john/18.htm">NET Bible</a> (Now Judas, the one who betrayed him, knew the place too, because Jesus had met there many times with his disciples.) <a href="/nheb/john/18.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Now Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, for Jesus often met there with his disciples. <a href="/wbt/john/18.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And Judas also, who betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus often resorted thither with his disciples. <a href="/wey/john/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Now Judas also, who at that very time was betraying Him, knew the place, for Jesus had often resorted there with His disciples. <a href="/web/john/18.htm">World English Bible</a> Now Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, for Jesus often met there with his disciples. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/john/18.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and Judas also, who delivered Him up, had known the place, because Jesus assembled there with His disciples many times. <a href="/blb/john/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Now Judas, who was delivering Him up, also knew the place, because Jesus often gathered together there with His disciples. <a href="/ylt/john/18.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and Judas also, who delivered him up, had known the place, because many times did Jesus assemble there with his disciples. <a href="/slt/john/18.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Judas also knew the place, he delivering him up: for Jesus was many times gathered there with his disciples.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/john/18.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Judas also, who betrayed him, knew the place; because Jesus had often resorted thither together with his disciples. <a href="/cpdv/john/18.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, for Jesus had frequently met with his disciples there. <a href="/nabre/john/18.htm">New American Bible</a> Judas his betrayer also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with his disciples. <a href="/nrsvce/john/18.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Now Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, because Jesus often met there with his disciples.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/john/18.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Judas the traitor also knew that place; because Jesus and his disciples frequently gathered there. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/18.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But Yehuda the traitor had also known that place, because Yeshua had met there many times with his disciples.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/john/18.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And Judas, who delivered him up, also knew the place, because Jesus often went thither with his disciples. <a href="/godbey/john/18.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Judas, the one having betrayed Him; knew the place: because frequently Jesus with His disciples resorted thither. <a href="/haweis/john/18.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Now Judas also, who betrayed him, knew the place: for frequently had Jesus consorted with his disciples there. <a href="/mace/john/18.htm">Mace New Testament</a> now Judas, who was to betray him, knew the place: for Jesus and his disciples had frequently assembled there. <a href="/wey/john/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Now Judas also, who at that very time was betraying Him, knew the place, for Jesus had often resorted there with His disciples. <a href="/worrell/john/18.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And Judas also, who betrayed Him, knew the place; because Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with His disciples. <a href="/worsley/john/18.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> knew the place: for Jesus often met there together with his disciples: Judas therefore having got a band of soldiers, <a href="/parallel/john/18-2.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/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=6230" 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/john/18.htm">The Betrayal of Jesus</a> 1After Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples across the Kidron Valley, where they entered a garden. 2<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">Now</a> <a href="/greek/2455.htm" title="2455: Ioudas (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Judas, the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region.">Judas</a> <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/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">His</a> <a href="/greek/3860.htm" title="3860: paradidous (V-PPA-NMS) -- From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit.">betrayer</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">also</a> <a href="/greek/1492.htm" title="1492: ēdei (V-LIA-3S) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">knew</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5117.htm" title="5117: topon (N-AMS) -- Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard.">place,</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">because</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsous (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus</a> <a href="/greek/4178.htm" title="4178: pollakis (Adv) -- Many times, often, frequently. Multiplicative adverb from polus; many times, i.e. Frequently.">had often</a> <a href="/greek/4863.htm" title="4863: synēchthē (V-AIP-3S) -- From sun and ago; to lead together, i.e. Collect or convene; specially, to entertain.">met</a> <a href="/greek/1563.htm" title="1563: ekei (Adv) -- (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither.">there</a> <a href="/greek/3326.htm" title="3326: meta (Prep) -- (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. ">with</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">His</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētōn (N-GMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">disciples.</a> 3So Judas brought a band of soldiers and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees. They arrived at the garden carrying lanterns, torches, and weapons.…<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="/matthew/26-47.htm">Matthew 26:47</a> While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders of the people. <a href="/mark/14-43.htm">Mark 14:43</a> While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests, scribes, and elders. <a href="/luke/22-47.htm">Luke 22:47</a> While He was still speaking, a crowd arrived, led by the man called Judas, one of the Twelve. He approached Jesus to kiss Him. <a href="/john/13-21.htm">John 13:21-30</a> After Jesus had said this, He became troubled in spirit and testified, “Truly, truly, I tell you, one of you will betray Me.” / The disciples looked at one another, perplexed as to which of them He meant. / One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side. ... <a href="/john/12-4.htm">John 12:4-6</a> But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, who was going to betray Him, asked, / “Why wasn’t this perfume sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?” / Judas did not say this because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money bag, he used to take from what was put into it. <a href="/john/6-70.htm">John 6:70-71</a> Jesus answered them, “Have I not chosen you, the Twelve? Yet one of you is a devil!” / He was speaking about Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. For although Judas was one of the Twelve, he was later to betray Jesus. <a href="/john/13-2.htm">John 13:2</a> The evening meal was underway, and the devil had already put into the heart of Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot, to betray Jesus. <a href="/john/11-57.htm">John 11:57</a> But the chief priests and Pharisees had given orders that anyone who knew where He was must report it, so that they could arrest Him. <a href="/john/18-12.htm">John 18:12-14</a> Then the band of soldiers, with its commander and the officers of the Jews, arrested Jesus and bound Him. / They brought Him first to Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year. / Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews that it would be better if one man died for the people. <a href="/acts/1-16.htm">Acts 1:16-20</a> “Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled that the Holy Spirit foretold through the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide for those who arrested Jesus. / He was one of our number and shared in this ministry.” / (Now with the reward for his wickedness Judas bought a field; there he fell headlong and burst open in the middle, and all his intestines spilled out. ... <a href="/psalms/41-9.htm">Psalm 41:9</a> Even my close friend whom I trusted, the one who shared my bread, has lifted up his heel against me. <a href="/zechariah/11-12.htm">Zechariah 11:12-13</a> Then I told them, “If it seems right to you, give me my wages; but if not, keep them.” So they weighed out my wages, thirty pieces of silver. / And the LORD said to me, “Throw it to the potter”—this magnificent price at which they valued me. So I took the thirty pieces of silver and threw them to the potter in the house of the LORD. <a href="/matthew/26-14.htm">Matthew 26:14-16</a> Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests / and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I hand Him over to you?” And they set out for him thirty pieces of silver. / So from then on Judas looked for an opportunity to betray Jesus. <a href="/mark/14-10.htm">Mark 14:10-11</a> Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them. / They were delighted to hear this, and they promised to give him money. So Judas began to look for an opportunity to betray Jesus. <a href="/luke/22-3.htm">Luke 22:3-6</a> Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. / And Judas went to discuss with the chief priests and temple officers how he might betray Jesus to them. / They were delighted and agreed to give him money. ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus often resorted thither with his disciples.for.<a href="/mark/11-11.htm">Mark 11:11,12</a> And Jesus entered into Jerusalem, and into the temple: and when he had looked round about upon all things, and now the eventide was come, he went out unto Bethany with the twelve… <a href="/luke/21-37.htm">Luke 21:37</a> And in the day time he was teaching in the temple; and at night he went out, and abode in the mount that is called the mount of Olives.<a href="/luke/22-39.htm">Luke 22:39</a> And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/11-52.htm">Assemble</a> <a href="/john/12-4.htm">Betrayed</a> <a href="/john/13-11.htm">Betraying</a> <a href="/john/6-5.htm">Company</a> <a href="/john/16-21.htm">Delivered</a> <a href="/john/18-1.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/luke/5-33.htm">Frequently</a> <a href="/john/18-1.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/john/14-22.htm">Judas</a> <a href="/john/12-18.htm">Met</a> <a href="/luke/18-3.htm">Often</a> <a href="/mark/9-22.htm">Ofttimes</a> <a href="/mark/9-22.htm">Oft-Times</a> <a href="/john/10-41.htm">Resorted</a> <a href="/john/11-8.htm">Thither</a> <a href="/john/17-1.htm">Time</a> <a href="/john/15-7.htm">Times</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/john/18-20.htm">Assemble</a> <a href="/john/18-5.htm">Betrayed</a> <a href="/john/18-5.htm">Betraying</a> <a href="/acts/1-4.htm">Company</a> <a href="/john/18-5.htm">Delivered</a> <a href="/john/18-8.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/acts/26-11.htm">Frequently</a> <a href="/john/18-4.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/john/18-3.htm">Judas</a> <a href="/acts/1-6.htm">Met</a> <a href="/acts/9-29.htm">Often</a> <a href="/matthew/17-15.htm">Ofttimes</a> <a href="/matthew/17-15.htm">Oft-Times</a> <a href="/acts/16-13.htm">Resorted</a> <a href="/john/18-3.htm">Thither</a> <a href="/john/18-39.htm">Time</a> <a href="/john/18-20.htm">Times</a><div class="vheading2">John 18</div>1. <a href="/john/18-1.htm">Judas betrays Jesus.</a> 6. <a href="/john/18-6.htm">The officers fall to the ground.</a> 10. <a href="/john/18-10.htm">Peter cuts off Malchus' ear.</a> 12. <a href="/john/18-12.htm">Jesus is taken, and led unto Annas and Caiaphas.</a> 15. <a href="/john/18-15.htm">Peter's denial.</a> 19. <a href="/john/18-19.htm">Jesus examined before Caiaphas.</a> 25. <a href="/john/18-25.htm">Peter's second and third denial.</a> 28. <a href="/john/18-28.htm">Jesus arraigned before Pilate.</a> 36. <a href="/john/18-36.htm">His kingdom.</a> 40. <a href="/john/18-40.htm">The Jews prefer Barabbas.</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/john/18.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/18.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Now Judas His betrayer Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve disciples, is identified as the betrayer. His role fulfills the prophecy found in <a href="/psalms/41-9.htm">Psalm 41:9</a>, where a close friend turns against the Messiah. Judas's betrayal is a pivotal moment in the Passion narrative, highlighting themes of treachery and the fulfillment of divine prophecy.also knew the place Judas's knowledge of the location indicates his intimate association with Jesus and the disciples. This familiarity underscores the personal nature of his betrayal. The place is likely the Garden of Gethsemane, a site Jesus frequented, making it a strategic choice for Judas to lead the authorities there.because Jesus had often met there with His disciples The regular meetings in this location suggest it was a place of prayer and teaching for Jesus and His followers. This setting emphasizes the importance of community and fellowship in Jesus's ministry. The garden setting also evokes imagery of the Garden of Eden, drawing a parallel between the fall of man and the redemption narrative unfolding through Jesus's sacrifice.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/judas_iscariot.htm">Judas Iscariot</a> One of the twelve disciples of Jesus, known for betraying Jesus to the religious authorities for thirty pieces of silver. His actions fulfill the prophecies about the betrayal of the Messiah. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity. In this passage, He is preparing for His arrest and crucifixion. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_garden.htm">The Garden</a> While not named in this verse, the place referred to is the Garden of Gethsemane, a location where Jesus often went to pray and teach His disciples. It is significant as the place of Jesus' arrest. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> The followers of Jesus who were with Him during His ministry. They often accompanied Him to the garden for prayer and teaching. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_betrayal.htm">The Betrayal</a> This event marks the beginning of the Passion of Christ, leading to His crucifixion. Judas' knowledge of Jesus' habits and the location of the garden plays a crucial role in the betrayal.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_vigilance.htm">The Importance of Vigilance</a> Judas' betrayal reminds us of the need to be vigilant in our spiritual lives, as even those close to Jesus can fall into temptation. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prophecy.htm">The Role of Prophecy</a> The events in the garden fulfill Old Testament prophecies, demonstrating God's sovereignty and the reliability of Scripture. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer.htm">The Power of Prayer</a> Jesus' frequent visits to the garden for prayer highlight the importance of regular, intentional time with God, especially in times of trial. <a href="/topical/t/the_reality_of_betrayal.htm">The Reality of Betrayal</a> Betrayal is a painful reality, even among close friends and family. Jesus' experience teaches us to respond with grace and forgiveness. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereign_plan.htm">God's Sovereign Plan</a> Despite human actions, God's plan for salvation through Jesus' death and resurrection is fulfilled, offering hope and redemption to all.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_18.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 18</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_jesus'_trials.htm">What were the key events in Jesus' trials?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'betrayed_with_a_kiss'_mean.htm">What does "betrayed with a kiss" mean?</a> <a href="/q/what_happened_during_jesus'_crucifixion.htm">What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?</a> <a href="/q/what_happened_in_jesus'_final_hours.htm">What events occurred during Jesus' final hours?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/18.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) And Judas also, which betrayed.--Better, . . . who was betraying Him. The original word is a present participle, and marks the Betrayal as actually in progress.For Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with his disciples.--This is one of the instances of St. John's exact knowledge of the incidents which attended the Jerusalem life of our Lord. (Comp. Introduction, p. 371.) All the Evangelists narrate the coming of Judas. John only remembers that the spot was one belonging, it may be, to a friend or disciple, where Jesus was in the habit of going with His disciples, and that Judas therefore knew the place, and knew that he would probably find them there.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/john/18.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 2. - Now Judas also, who was betraying him (notice present tense in contrast with ὁ παράδους of <a href="/matthew/10-4.htm">Matthew 10:4</a>), knew the place: because oftentimes Jesus resorted (literally, was assembled there) thither with his disciples. Luke tells us that during this very week (<a href="/luke/21-37.htm">Luke 21:37</a>) they had passed their nights (ηὐλίζετο) on the "Mount of Olives," and it is most likely that Judas conjectured that they had gone thither again to pass the night. The fact here mentioned by John, that Judas knew the place, disposes of the ignorant and vulgar taunt of Celsus, that our Lord sought to escape from his enemies after having challenged them (see Orig., 'Contra Cel.,' 2:9. 10). Keim, with perversity, declares that John only represented the place as known to Judas, in order to enhance the voluntary nature of the sacrifice. Some explanation may thus be given of the fact that the eleven disciples, having reached an accustomed place of repose, all slumbered and slept, and were not able to watch one hour. The choice of this particular garden for the purpose cannot be unraveled. Dean Plumptre suggests that it was the property of Lazarus, who was no other than the rich young man, who sold his all and gave to the poor, all but one solitary garment, and that he himself was keeping this one possession for the uses of his Lord on that very night, and that when in danger of arrest he it was that fled away naked. This is pure conjecture. <a href="/commentaries/john/18-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Now δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. Judas, Ἰούδας (Ioudas) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2455.htm">Strong's 2455: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Judas, the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region. His αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. betrayer, παραδιδοὺς (paradidous) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3860.htm">Strong's 3860: </a> From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit. also καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. knew ᾔδει (ēdei) Verb - Pluperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> To know, remember, appreciate. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular <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. place, τόπον (topon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5117.htm">Strong's 5117: </a> Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard. because ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. {had} often πολλάκις (pollakis) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_4178.htm">Strong's 4178: </a> Many times, often, frequently. Multiplicative adverb from polus; many times, i.e. Frequently. met συνήχθη (synēchthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4863.htm">Strong's 4863: </a> From sun and ago; to lead together, i.e. Collect or convene; specially, to entertain. there ἐκεῖ (ekei) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_1563.htm">Strong's 1563: </a> (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither. with μετὰ (meta) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_3326.htm">Strong's 3326: </a> (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. His αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. disciples. μαθητῶν (mathētōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> A learner, disciple, pupil. 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