‏ John 18:1

Jesus Arrested in the Garden

This section describes the events immediately after Jesus finished praying with his disciples. Jesus and his followers cross the Kidron Valley to a garden where Jesus often met with them. Judas, who betrays him, arrives with soldiers and officials to arrest Jesus. The passage shows Jesus’ calmness and willingness to face what is coming, as well as the confusion and fear of his disciples. It also highlights Jesus’ power and authority, even in the moment of his arrest, and his concern for his followers’ safety.

v. 1: After Jesus finished praying, he left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. They entered a garden, which was a familiar place where Jesus often met with his disciples (John 18:1 a).

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