Luke 22:23

23 So they began to argue among themselves which of them it could be who was going to do this thing.

Luke 22:23 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 22:23

And they began to inquire among themselves
Two days before, at the supper in Bethany, when the same thing was hinted to them, they looked at one another, ( John 13:22 ) as persons in the utmost surprise and consternation, not being able, for a while, either to speak to Christ, or one another; but now they inquired among themselves, and of Christ likewise, ( Matthew 26:21 ) which of them it was that should do this thing;
so barbarous, shocking, and horrible.

Luke 22:23 In-Context

21 But look, the hand of the one betraying Me is at the table with Me!

22 For the Son of Man will go away as it has been determined, but woe to that man by whom He is betrayed!"

23 So they began to argue among themselves which of them it could be who was going to do this thing.

24 Then a dispute also arose among them about who should be considered the greatest.

25 But He said to them, "The kings of the Gentiles dominate them, and those who have authority over them are called 'Benefactors.'