Luke 22:41

41 Then He withdrew from them about a stone's throw, knelt down, and began to pray,

Luke 22:41 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 22:41

And he was withdrawn from them
That is, from the three disciples, Peter, James, and John, whom he took along with him, leaving the rest at some further distance; and from these he removed, about a stone's cast;
fifty, or sixty feet from the place where they were: and kneeled down and prayed;
the following prayer.

Luke 22:41 In-Context

39 He went out and made His way as usual to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed Him.

40 When He reached the place, He told them, "Pray that you may not enter into temptation."

41 Then He withdrew from them about a stone's throw, knelt down, and began to pray,

42 "Father, if You are willing, take this cup away from Me-nevertheless, not My will, but Yours, be done." [

43 Then an angel from heaven appeared to Him, strengthening Him.