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Matthew 26:48-52 Lexham English Bible (LEB)

48. Now the one who was betraying him had given them a sign, saying, “The one whom I kiss—he is the one. Arrest him!”

49. And he came up to Jesus immediately and said, “Greetings, Rabbi,” and kissed him.

50. And Jesus said to him, “Friend, do that for which you have come.” Then they came up and laid hands on Jesus and arrested him.

51. And behold, one of those with Jesus extended his hand and drew his sword, and striking the slave of the high priest, cut off his ear.

52. Then Jesus said to him, “Put your sword back into its place! For all who take up the sword will die by the sword.

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