Matthew 26:47-49

Good News Translation

The Arrest of Jesus^(A)

⁴⁷ Jesus was still speaking when Judas, one of the twelve disciples, arrived. With him was a large crowd armed with swords and clubs and sent by the chief priests and the elders. ⁴⁸ The traitor had given the crowd a signal: “The man I kiss is the one you want. Arrest him!”

⁴⁹ Judas went straight to Jesus and said, “Peace be with you, Teacher,” and kissed him.