John 18:16 meaning and explanation

But Peter stood outside at the door. Then the disciple who was known to the high priest went out and spoke to the doorkeeper, and brought Peter in.

John 18:16, Berean Standard Bible

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Peter has followed Jesus at a distance into the high priest's courtyard, but he stops at the outer door, held back by fear or caution. The unnamed disciple, known to the high priest, goes back out and speaks to the doorkeeper so Peter can enter.

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