Luke 22:47
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Luke 22:47 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Luke 22:47 is a verse from the book of Luke in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Luke 22:47 — KJV
“And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew near unto Jesus to kiss him.”
— Luke 22:47 (KJV)
Luke 22:47 in Context — About the Book of Luke
Luke, the physician-historian, writes the most carefully researched Gospel — and the most tender. Outsiders take center stage: shepherds, women, Samaritans, tax collectors, the prodigal son. More than any Gospel, Luke shows Jesus praying at every turning point of His life.
Cross-References for Luke 22:47
“And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people.”
Shares key themes with Luke 22:47: while, yet, spake
“And immediately, while he yet spake, cometh Judas, one of the twelve, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders.”
Shares key themes with Luke 22:47: while, yet, spake
“And it came to pass, that, while they communed together and reasoned, Jesus himself drew near, and went with them.”
Shares key themes with Luke 22:47: while, one, went
“And before I had done speaking in mine heart, behold, Rebekah came forth with her pitcher on her shoulder; and she went down unto the well, and drew water: and I said unto her, Let me drink, I pray thee.”
Shares key themes with Luke 22:47: behold, one, went
“Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests,”
Shares key themes with Luke 22:47: called, judas, one
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