John 6:71

71 He meant Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. Judas was one of the Twelve. But later he was going to hand Jesus over to his enemies.

John 6:71 Meaning and Commentary

John 6:71

He spake of Judas Iscariot, [the son] of Simon
These are the words of the evangelist, pointing out the person Christ intended, lest any other should be suspected:

for he it was that should betray him:
as it was determined and foretold, and which Christ knew full well, and therefore said the above words:

being one of the twelve;
apostles, whom Christ had chosen, and which was an aggravation of his crime.

John 6:71 In-Context

69 We believe and know that you are the Holy One of God."
70 Then Jesus replied, "Didn't I choose you, the 12 disciples? But one of you is a devil!"
71 He meant Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. Judas was one of the Twelve. But later he was going to hand Jesus over to his enemies.
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