Matthew 26:49 meaning and explanation
Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him.
Matthew 26:49, Berean Standard Bible
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Judas arrives with an armed crowd sent by the chief priests and elders, having arranged a signal: the one he kisses is the man to arrest. A kiss was an ordinary greeting between teacher and disciple, which is what makes the act so pointed.
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